ENTERTAINMENT

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23 March

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Akshay Kumar, Madhavan starrer ‘Kesari 2′ to hit the screens on this date

According to media reports, “Kesari 2” will bring out the poignant story of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre Mumbai: Bollywood star Akshay Kumar on Saturday announced that his upcoming film, “Kesari 2” will be released in theatres on April 18. Also starring R Madhavan and Ananya Panday, the movie is a sequel to Kumar’s 2019 hit film of the same name. The 57-year-old star took to social media to share the news about the release date of “Kesari 2”, and also said that its teaser will be unveiled on March 24. “A revolution painted in courage #KesariChapter2 teaser drops this Monday! Brace yourselves! Releasing in cinemas on April 18!,” the post read. The second chapter, directed by debutant filmmaker Karan Singh Tyagi,…
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23 March

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Bombay HC to hear petition seeking FIR against Aaditya Thackeray in Sushant Singh Rajput’s ex-manager’s death case

In his petition, Satish Salian alleges that his daughter hosted a party at her residence on June 8, 2020, which Aaditya Thackeray and actors Sooraj Pancholi and Dino Morea attended. Mumbai: The Bombay High Court will hear a petition filed by Satish Salian, father of the late Disha Salian, on April 2. The petition seeks the registration of an FIR against Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray and others in connection with Disha’s death. However, Aaditya Thackeray has categorically denied all allegations and claims related to the case. In his petition, Satish Salian alleges that his daughter hosted a party at her residence on June 8, 2020, which Aaditya Thackeray and actors Sooraj Pancholi and Dino Morea attended. He claims that…
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23 March

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It’s a film very close to our hearts: Mohanlal on ‘L2E: Empuraan’

Dil Raju is distributing the film, which has been setting new records in ticket sales, in both the Telugu States through SVC Hyderabad: One of the most-anticipated upcoming releases in Indian cinema is ‘L2E: Empuraan’, starring Lalettan Mohanlal in the lead role, and directed by star actor Prithviraj Sukumaran. This high-octane political action-thriller is a sequel to the 2019 blockbuster ‘Lucifer’ and is the second part of the trilogy. ‘L2E: Empuraan’ will have a grand worldwide release on March 27, in Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, and Tamil. The film has been setting new records through its ticket sales. Ace producer Dil Raju is distributing the film in the Telugu States through SVC. Ahead of the film’s release, the makers held a pre-release press meet in Hyderabad on…
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23 March

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Red Lorry Film Festival 2025: Highlights from day 2

With packed auditoriums and engaging discussions, Day 2 of the Red Lorry Film Festival was a perfect tribute to cinema. Hyderabad: The second day of the Red Lorry Film Festival 2025, organised by BookMyShow, brought together filmmakers, actors and movie lovers for a day filled with screenings, masterclasses and discussions. The day began with a masterclass by cinematographer Venkat C Dilip, who spoke about the transition from film to digital technology. He explained how VFX, CGI and AI are transforming filmmaking. Later, director V N Aditya discussed the importance of lighting, sound and framing in creating emotional and powerful scenes. A major highlight was the screening of Happy Days, directed by Sekhar Kammula. The filmmaker, known for Fidaa and Love Story, shared…
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23 March

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Chiyaan Vikram’s ‘Veera Dheera Sooran’ part 2 trailer released

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 will have a wide release across multiple regions. Hyderabad: The trailer of Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 was released on Saturday, March 22, and has created a lot of excitement with its intense and powerful visuals. Starring Vikram in a rugged and massy role, the film promises a thrilling experience when it hits worldwide theaters on March 27, 2025. Directed by S.U. Arun Kumar and produced by Riya Shibu, the film features Vikram as Kaali, a powerful character set in a rural backdrop. S J Suryah plays a determined police officer who is on a mission to capture Kaali. Malayalam actor Suraj Venjaramoodu also appears in a key role. One of the unique aspects of this film is its release strategy—the sequel is…
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22 March

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Malayalam cinema is going through an extraordinarily good phase: Prithviraj Sukumaran

Prithviraj said: “Yes, I agree that Malayalam cinema is going through a great phase. We are making great films, and fantastic content consistently for many years now and I hope there is a phase that never ends. I hope this phase is lifelong” Mumbai: Actor-filmmaker Prithviraj Sukumaran, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming action thriller L2: Empuraan, agrees that Malayalam cinema is experiencing an “extraordinarily good phase.” However, he added that great movies are being made everywhere. In a conversation with IANS, he discussed how Malayalam cinema has a knack for exploring various genres, Prithviraj said: “Yes, I agree that Malayalam cinema is going through a great phase. We are making great films, and fantastic content consistently…
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22 March

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‘The Dupatta Killer’ director: Directing this documentary has been a shocking, sobering experience

Produced by Samar Khan under Juggernaut Productions, The Dupatta Killer presents never-before-seen insights, expert analysis, and haunting first-hand accounts. Mumbai: ‘The Dupatta Killer’, which delves deep into the story of Mahanand Naik, Goa’s infamous serial killer, has finally been released on DocuBay. Its director Patrick Graham shared that helming this has been a fascinating, shocking, and often sobering experience. Patrick Graham, Director, shared: “Directing this documentary has been a fascinating, shocking,and often sobering experience.” “When dealing with real-life stories, I believe in balancing storytelling with the responsibility to honor those affected. We didn’t want to sensationalize the horror but rather bring out the deeper issues—the failures that enabled these crimes and the voices that were silenced. The Dupatta Killer is…
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22 March

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Seerat on ‘Jatasya Maranam Dhruvam’: Bringing this character to life an unforgettable journey

The psychological suspense thriller showcases a completely new side of her acting prowess Mumbai: The shooting of ‘Jatasya Maranam Dhruvam’, a psychological suspense thriller, has officially wrapped up and actor Seerat Kapoor said that bringing this character to life has been an unforgettable journey for her. The psychological suspense thriller showcases a completely new side of her acting prowess. Talking about wrapping up the shoot for ‘Jatasya Maranam Dhruvam’, Seerat shared: “Bringing this character to life has been an unforgettable journey — raw, real, and unapologetically true to itself. Every moment on set felt like destiny unfolding, wrapped in the magic of storytelling. Can’t wait for you all to witness this psychological thriller!” ‘Jatasya Maranam Dhruvam’ features veteran JD Chakravarthy and actors like Naresh Agastya,…
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22 March

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Dhanush’s NEEK streams on Prime but leaves Telugu fans disappointed

The film upon its release garnered attention for its simple storyline that mirrors current relationships. Hyderabad: Kollywood hero Dhanush’s third directorial film ‘Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam‘ (Jabilamma Neeku Antha Kopama) has made its OTT debut on Amazon Prime Video on March 21. However, the Telugu fans, who were eagerly awaiting its digital release, were left disappointed. As per reports, the youthful romantic entertainer is currently only available in Tamil, extending the wait for the Telugu audiences who missed the love story in the theatres. While reports suggest that the Telugu version of the movie may be added by the weekend, there is no official confirmation about the same. Upon its theatrical release, the film garnered attention for its simple yet…
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22 March

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Prabhas’ Salaar re-release makes big openings, crosses Tumbbad’s comeback numbers at box office

Salaar reportedly overtakes the earnings of Tumbbad with tickets sold in the Southern states Hyderabad: Prabhas‘s superhit movie ‘Salaar: Cease Fire,’ which was re-released in theatres on Friday due to significant demand from fans, has made huge openings at the box-office. According to Track BO, which keeps a tab on earnings of movies at the box office, Salaar has already crossed the record earnings of Tumbbad, which earned Rs. 1.6 crore on its re-release. Interestingly, it also reports that the earnings of the movie crossed Tumbbad’s figures with tickets sold in the Southern states. The first installment of Salaar, which came out in 2023, hits the screens in a grand scale with it being shown in over 60 screens in Hyderabad…
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