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Mumbai, July 19 (UNI) Celebrated filmmaker SS Rajamouli, a titan of South Indian cinema, recently lauded actress Genelia D'Souza during the pre-release ceremony of her upcoming Telugu film Junior, praising her enduring charm, grace and screen presence. At the event, Rajamouli marvelled at Genelia's ageless aura, remarking, "Genelia, you are frozen in time, man. What... how many years have passed away, yet you look exactly the same. Same beauty, same grace. I even asked cinematographer Senthil if we'll see a new Genelia in this, and he assured, we will. I am eagerly waiting for it." Overwhelmed by gratitude, Genelia thanked Rajamouli for his kind words. The two last worked together in "Sye", an early film that helped establish her career in Telugu cinema. Genelia has returned to the big screen after a long hiatus with the film "Sitare Zameen Par".
Hyderabad: Legendary Telugu and South Indian film actress B. Saroja Devi passed away at the age of 87, following age-related health issues. The veteran actress breathed her last at Manipal Hospital in Yeshwanthpur, Bengaluru, where she had been undergoing treatment. B. Saroja Devi was a towering figure in the Telugu film industry and broader South Indian cinema. Known for her timeless beauty and versatile acting, she had acted in over 190 films across Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi languages during her illustrious career. Follow for more details: munsifdaily.com Her demise has sent a wav ...Read More >
Meera Vasudevan is a versatile actress who has worked across Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi cinema. Actress Meera Vasudevan has been making headlines after revealing that she has ended her third marriage to cinematographer Vipin Puthiyankam. In a candid Instagram update, she shared that as of August 2025, she is officially single. Ever since Meera publicly announced her divorce, she has once again become the centre of attention, prompting many to revisit both her personal journey and her p ...Read More >
When SS Rajamouli unveiled the title of his highly anticipated movie on November 15, fans witnessed the grandeur of filmmaking in a never-before-seen event. With the first glimpses, he confirmed it's an epic in the making. Viewers were stunned by the detailing and scale of the VFX work. So far, except for the characters played by a stellar cast -- Priyanka Chopra as Mandakini, Prithviraj Sukumaran as the antagonist Kumbha, and Mahesh Babu as Rudhra -- and the different timelines, not much is know ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 4: Dreams do come true, says filmmaker RS Prasanna who went from being a cheerleader for Aamir Khan as the accepted an award for "Taare Zameen Par" in 2007 to finally directing him in its sequel "Sitaare Zameen Par". Prasanna, known for "Kalyana Samayal Saadham" in Tamil and its Hindi remake "Shubh Mangal Saavdhan", was still in film school in 2007 when he watched "Taare Zameen Par". "I remember bawling my eyes out while watching 'Taare Zameen Par' with my friends, and my then-girlfriend, now wife. When Aamir sir won the Best Debut Director award at the Gollapudi Srinivas Award, ...Read More >
Chennai, July 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) If sources in the industry are to be believed, megastar Chiranjeevi's much-anticipated socio-fantasy entertainer 'Vishwambhara' will feature an unprecedented number of VFX shots, raising the bar for Indian cinema and promising an immersive cinematic experience like never before. Sources claim that the film, which is currently in its final stages of post-production, will be a visual extravaganza. Top-tier VFX studios from Tollywood, Bollywood, and Hollywood are powering the film's post-production work. Sources claim these teams are working with meticulous atte ...Read More >
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New Delhi: Veteran lyricist and writer Siva Shakthi Datta passed away on Monday night at his residence in Manikonda, Hyderabad, at the age of 92. A multifaceted personality in Telugu cinema, he was a renowned screenwriter, painter, director, and producer. Datta was best known for writing Sanskrit-based lyrics for Telugu films. He was the father of Oscar-winning music composer MM Keeravaani and the uncle of celebrated filmmaker SS Rajamouli. MM Keeravaani, who has composed music for all of SS Rajamouli's films, including the internationally acclaimed Baahubali series and RRR, is his son. Dat ...Read More >
New Delhi: S.S. Rajamouli's Baahubali became a fan favourite and etched its name in cinematic history upon release. Even today, it is considered a film that redefined Indian cinema on the global stage. With Rajamouli's visionary storytelling, jaw-dropping scale, and stellar performances from the lead cast- including Prabhas and Rana Daggubati Baahubali shattered every cinematic boundary. Both parts of the saga broke box office records, set new benchmarks, and changed the course of Indian cinema forever. When the first part ended, it left audiences across the world stunned with one question: ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Global star Ram Charan has completed 18 years in the Telugu film industry. To mark the special occasion, the makers of his upcoming film Peddi unveiled a striking poster. The poster shows Charan in a rugged look, standing on railway tracks with a bidi in his mouth and a bat slung over his shoulder. Fans have been thrilled with this mass avatar, which promises raw style and emotional depth. Peddi is directed by Buchi Babu Sana of Uppena fame. The rural sports drama features Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor as the female lead. Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, and Divy ...Read More >
S. S. Rajamouli's magnum opus starring Mahesh Babu has been officially titled 'Varanasi,' with the actor playing Rudhra. The film's title teaser hints at a grand, multi-era, spiritual adventure, and will introduce Premium Large Scale Format Filmed for IMAX technology to Indian cinema. The makers of ace filmmaker S. S. Rajamouli's highly anticipated magnum opus, starring Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu, officially unveiled the film's title 'Varanasi' on Saturday. They also confirmed that Mahesh Babu ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The wait is almost over. Come December 5, Icon Star Allu Arjun will return as the fearless Pushparaj in Pushpa 2: The Rule, the sequel to Pushpa: The Rise. After leaving audiences on the edge of their seats in the first installment, the battle between Pushpa and his antagonist Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat (Fahadh Faasil) is set to take center stage in this high-octane action drama. Pushpa 2 continues the saga of Pushpa Raj, an unassuming laborer who rises to power in the world of red sandalwood smuggling, all while making powerful enemies. The first film set the tone with gripping actio ...Read More >
Kota, Jun 6 (PTI) A relationship manager in an ICICI bank branch in Kota allegedly swindled around Rs 4.58 crore from customers' accounts only to lose the lot of it in the stock market, police on Friday said. She was arrested last week and is currently under judicial custody, they said. Also Read | Bengaluru Stampede: Police Complaint Lodged Against Virat Kohli Over Stampede Tragedy Near Chinnaswamy Stadium. The accused, Sakshi Gupta, was posted as a relationship manager at ICICI Bank's DCM branch. Police said she had been pilfering from more than 110 accounts belonging to 41 customers for ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG, directed by Sujeeth, has stormed the box office with record-breaking collections. In just four days, the film crossed Rs. 250 crore worldwide, making it the fastest entry into the elite club for the actor. The action drama opened with Rs. 63.75 crore on day one, supported by Rs. 21 crore from paid previews. Despite a dip on the following days, the film stayed steady with around Rs. 18.5 crore each day, bringing its India net total to over Rs. 140 crore in four days. Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan had earlier set a benchmark in 2023 with an opening weekend o ...Read More >
Hyderabad, July 13 (Maxim News): The Telugu film industry and political circles are in deep mourning following the passing of veteran actor and Padma Shri awardee Kota Srinivasa Rao, who breathed his last in the early hours of Sunday at the age of 83. His death marks the end of an era in South Indian cinema, leaving behind an unmatched legacy of powerful performances and iconic roles. Here To Join Us On WhatsApp Leaders across party lines, including Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, and former AP CM Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, expresse ...Read More >
Picture Credit: Facebook Veteran Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt is quickly becoming a familiar face in South Indian cinema with his long list of films, including the upcoming Kannada film 'KD: The Devil'. During the teaser launch event in Mumbai, the 'KGF 2' actor opened up about his admiration for Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi.According to a Telangana Today report, Dutt opened up about the bond he shares with the star and revealed, "He remade my 'Munna Bhai MBBS' in Telugu. I have a beautiful connec ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 19 (PTI) Delhi-based '3plus4crew', Shylee Preetam from Hyderabad and Riniya Taku from Itanagar were top winners in different categories at the 15th All India K-pop contest here. Organised by the Korean Cultural Centre India, the event concluded with a grand finale at the OP Jindal Auditorium. Also Read | Fish Venkat Death: Telugu Actor Venkat Raj aka Fish Venkat Dies of Kidney Disease and Liver Failure at 53. '3plus4crew' impressed judges with their rendition of Seventeen's "Super" to win the top prize along with Rs 2 lakh in the dance category. In the vocals, the top award ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Allu Arjun's rise as a pan-Indian superstar has been nothing short of extraordinary, thanks in large part to his career-defining role in the Pushpa franchise. With its sequel, Pushpa 2: The Rule, set to hit theatres on December 5, Allu Arjun is not only gearing up for what could be the biggest opening of his career, but also reflecting on how the franchise has brought a series of 'firsts' in his personal and professional life. From being the first Telugu actor to win a National Award to giving the biggest hit of his career, Pushpa has marked several milestones in Allu Arjun's path ...Read More >
Veteran actress B Saroja Devi, hailed as the first female superstar of Kannada cinema and popularly known as Abhinaya Saraswathi (Saraswathi of expressions), passed away on Monday at the age of 87. She died due to age-related ailments at her residence in Malleswaram, Bengaluru. Saroja Devi got her first break at just 17 years old with the Kannada film Mahakavi Kalidasa (1955) - a film which won her a National Award. Introduced to Tamil cinema in 1957 by BR Panthulu, she went on to rule the indust ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Ace filmmaker SS Rajamouli, who took Indian cinema to a global stage with RRR, is once again making headlines, this time for an unexpected crossover with Hollywood legend James Cameron. The two directors recently appeared together in a special promotional video ahead of the release of Avatar: Fire and Ash (Avatar 3), and their friendly, candid interaction has since gone viral on social media. The conversation, filled with warmth and humour, quickly caught fans' attention as it brought together two of the biggest visionaries of contemporary cinema. While the discussion largely revol ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Nov 15 (PTI) Filmmaker S S Rajamouli on Saturday unveiled the title of his next mega project, "Varanasi", at a grand fan event held at Ramoji Film City in the presence of its stars Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran. The film marks Rajamouli's first collaboration with Telugu superstar Babu, who plays the lead role of Rudhra. It will be released worldwide in January 2027, coinciding with the festival of Sankranti. The grand "Globe Trotter" event drew about 50,000 fans who witnessed a specially staged live spectacle. A teaser for "Varanasi" was scheduled to ...Read More >
Hyderabad, July 20 (SocialNews.XYZ) Putting out an adorable birthday post for his daughter Sitara Ghattamaneni, who has now turned a teenager, Telugu star Mahesh Babu on Sunday said that he loved his daughter who was always lighting up his life. Taking to his Instagram timeline to pen a birthday greeting, Mahesh Babu, who posted a picture of himself with his daughter, wrote, "And just like that... she's a teenager! Happy birthday @sitaraghattamaneni. Always lighting up my life. Love you so much." Badminton player P V Sindhu too greeted Sitara on the occasion. Responding to Mahesh Babu's post ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 21: Tollywood circles are in a frenzy, and it all points to one man - Superstar Mahesh Babu. The Prince of Tollywood just lit up Instagram Stories with a cryptic teaser, and fans cant stop guessing what cooking. This isnt about SSMB29. This time, Mahesh seems to be gearing up for something completely off-screen. The short clip shows him in a slick new avatar, keeping it mysterious, while whispers are getting louder about a unique collaboration. And here where the buzz gets real - word is, Mahesh Babu is up to something New in cahoots with Denver For Men . At the m ...Read More >
HYDERABAD, India (AP) -- Filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli, the blockbuster movie director behind global hits like "RRR" and "Baahubali" that redefined Indian cinema's scale and caught Hollywood's attention, has unveiled his most ambitious film yet. Known for blending mythic storytelling with grand action and imaginative choreography, Rajamouli announced his latest film -- and its title -- at an event Saturday in the southern Indian city of Hyderabad, where thousands of his cheering fans thronged to catch a first glimpse. While details about the plot of the film "Varanasi" -- previously code-named "G ...Read More >
New Delhi: A heartwarming moment has taken the internet by storm, a video capturing actress Genelia Deshmukh and acclaimed director S.S. Rajamouli reuniting nearly two decades after their first collaboration has gone viral. The reunion took place at the pre-release event of Genelia's upcoming film Junior, and fans couldn't get enough of their genuine camaraderie. The emotional resonance of the moment lies in their shared history. Genelia and Rajamouli had worked together on the 2004 Telugu sports drama Sye, a film that broke new ground by introducing rugby to Telugu cinema. It was a pivotal p ...Read More >
HYDERABAD - Filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli, the blockbuster movie director behind global hits like "RRR" and "Baahubali" that redefined Indian cinema's scale and caught Hollywood's attention, has unveiled his most ambitious film yet. Known for blending mythic storytelling with grand action and imaginative choreography, Rajamouli announced his latest film -- and its title -- at an event Saturday in the southern Indian city of Hyderabad, where thousands of his cheering fans thronged to catch a first glimpse. Recommended Videos While details about the plot of the film "Varanasi" -- previously code-n ...Read More >
Mahesh Babu's NGO, Mahesh Babu Foundation, provides financial assistance to families with newborn babies with heart ailments, helps poor children afford education, and adopts and develops villages into smart villages. The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has granted registration to Telugu actor Mahesh Babu's NGO, Mahesh Babu Foundation, under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), 2010, to receive donations from foreign countries. An MHA official said earlier this month that they have gr ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Aug 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Tollywood heartthrob Mahesh Babu's daughter Sitara Ghattamaneni has warned netizens of the fake and spam accounts being created under her name. Issuing a formal warning on social media, Sitara wrote: "It has come to my notice that several fake and spam accounts are being created under my name. I would like to clarify to all my friends, family and well wishers that I am only active on Instagram." Sitara added that she is only available on this particular handle ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Actor Tamannaah Bhatia recently spoke about her life-altering journey with the Baahubali franchise - a venture that not only set her career on a new path but also altered her as a human being as well. The actor, who started her acting career two decades ago with the Hindi film Chand Sa Roshan Chehra (2005), discovered her calling later in life with the South Indian cinema. Serving in both Tamil and Telugu cinema, Tamannaah established a robust filmography, but her career took a monumental leap in 2015 with SS Rajamouli's magnum opus Baahubali: The Beginning. Acting opposite Prabha ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar, July 17 (UNI) The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of Odisha police on Thursday arrested two fraudsters on the charge of cheating Rs 1.56 crore from a woman in Odisha's Cuttack district on the pretext of higher returns in online gaming platforms. The CID sleuths acted on a complaint filed by Mamata Rout (38), a native of Balisahi village under the Salipur police station jurisdiction of Cuttack, alleging that she was cheated to the tune of Rs 1.56 crore by the accused persons for wilful adoption of deceitful means and promise of high return on investment in different online ...Read More >