ENTERTAINMENT

Director Maruthi says Prabhas-starrer ‘The RajaSaab’ will cross Rs 1000 crore, confirms single-role mystery

Director Maruthi is confident that The RajaSaab, starring Prabhas, will surpass Rs 1000 crore in box office collections. He confirmed Prabhas plays only one role in the horror-fantasy film, which features India’s largest haunted set and a star-studded cast. Chennai: Director Maruthi, whose upcoming magnum opus ‘The RajaSaab’ featuring pan Indian star Prabhas in the lead, has expressed confidence that his film’s collections will breach the Rs 1000 crore mark when the horror-fantasy entertainer hits screens on December 5 this year. Director Maruthi, who turned up for an interaction with mediapersons who had assembled in Hyderabad from all across the country for a mega teaser launch of the film, was asked if ‘The RajaSaab’ would break the collection records of Prabhas’s…

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First-of-its-kind train action sequence being shot for Ram Charan’s ‘Peddi’

Currently, the shoot has shifted to a gigantic set specially erected in Hyderabad, where the intense and breathtaking action sequence is being shot Hyderabad: The unit of director Buchi Babu Sana’s eagerly awaited film ‘Peddi‘, featuring actor Ram Charan in the lead, is currently in the process of shooting a first-of-its-kind train action sequence which sources claim will leave audiences spell bound. Currently, the shoot has shifted to a gigantic set specially erected in Hyderabad, where the intense and breathtaking action sequence is being shot. Sources claim that this will be something that has not been witnessed in Indian cinema before. The high-octane, big-budget train episode, that promises to raise the bar for action filmmaking in India, has been crafted with exceptional detail…

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Tom Cruise is finally getting Oscar, but here’s a catch

Academy President Janet Yang spotlighted Tom Cruise’s “incredible commitment to the filmmaking community, to the theatrical experience, and to the stunts community.” Washington: Twenty-five years after Tom Cruise received his first Oscar nomination, he’s finally getting a trophy. It’s not for his death-defying stunts, either. At least, not exclusively. Cruise, choreographer Debbie Allen and “Do The Right Thing” production designer Wynn Thomas have all been selected to receive honorary Oscar statuettes at the annual Governors Awards, the film academy said Tuesday. Dolly Parton will also be recognised with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award for her decades-long charitable work in literacy and education. “This year’s Governors Awards will celebrate four legendary individuals whose extraordinary careers and commitment to our filmmaking community continue to leave a lasting…

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Actress Sadaa talks about her passion for wildlife photography

Film star Sadaa discovered her passion for wildlife photography during a shoot in Panna. Inspired by tiger sightings, she now travels monthly, capturing jungle life Hyderabad: Post covid, she was shooting for the film ‘Ahimsa’ in Panna, where she was put up in a property right outside the core gate of Panna Tiger Reserve and it was curiosity, on seeing many visitors moving around in gypsies, that led film star Sadaa’s entry into the world of wildlife photography. And, not surprisingly, her passion and the willingness to keep improving each day at her skills have obviously made Sadaa one of the most celebrated wildlife photographers from India today. “That curiosity made me try a couple of safaris in Panna. I saw…

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The pain behind the gain: How these actors transform themselves for the screen

Every shredded ab and lean muscle on screen comes from sleepless nights, aching joints, and meals skipped. Hyderabad: In the world of cinema, where every frame matters and appearances carry the weight of entire characters, physical transformation is no longer a luxury, it’s a necessity. While some actors dabble in fitness casually, others go all out, embracing the pain and pressure that comes with sculpting their bodies for the roles they play. Among those who have made a mark for their remarkable transformations are Actors Unni Mukundan and Naga Shaurya. Their stories, along with insights from actors Yashwanth Pendyala, Eshwar Rachiraju and trainer Akshay Sriniwas, shed light on the discipline, struggle, and mental grit it takes to achieve and maintain such transformations.…

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Madhavan, Fatima Sana’s ‘Aap Jaisa Koi’ to stream from July 11

‘Aap Jaisa Koi’ is an upcoming romantic family drama starring R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh, set to premiere on Netflix on July 11. Set against the backdrop of family and tradition, it delves into modern relationships, questioning societal norms and the idea of equality in love Mumbai: Actors R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh’s upcoming romantic family drama titled “Aap Jaisa Koi” is all set to stream from July 11 on Netflix. Director Vivek Soni shared; Aap Jaisa Koi is a film about breaking free from the walls we build around ourselves. It’s about embracing the awkwardness and vulnerability of love. “The film celebrates connection, companionship, and the beauty of discovering ‘barabari wala pyaar’ in the most unexpected circumstances. It…

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Diljit, Ahan join Varun, Sunny for ‘Border 2’ in Pune

The third schedule of the much-anticipated war drama Border 2, is being filmed at the National Defence Academy in Pune. The film is a sequel to the iconic 1997 movie Border. The movie is set for release on January 23, 2026 Mumbai: Actors Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty have joined Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan for the third schedule of their upcoming film ‘Border 2′ at Pune’s National Defence Academy. Sunny took to Instagram, where he shared a picture posing with the actors Diljit, Varun and Ahan. They were joined by filmmakers Nidhi Dutta and Bhushan Kumar. For the caption, he wrote: “When all Forces Come together! #BORDER2. Diljit Dosanjh & Ahan Shetty join Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan as the battalion kicks off the 3rd schedule at Pune’s National Defence Academy! Sunny added: “On-ground, they’re joined by Producers Bhushan Kumar & Nidhi Dutta, Director Anurag Singh, Co-producers Shiv Chanana and Binoy Gandhi, as the film moves full throttle! Mark your calendars: Border2 hits theaters on Jan 23, 2026!” Backed by a powerful production team including Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta, and directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 is presented by Gulshan Kumar & T-Series, in association…

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What Neena Gupta revealed to Masaba after dubbing for ‘Metro… In Dino’?

The actress recently shared that since she shot the film in parts, she was thrilled to know that she has a bigger role in the film Mumbai: Actress Neena Gupta, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film ‘Metro… In Dino’, has said that she was pleasantly surprised when she learnt that her role is very significant in the narrative. The actress recently shared that since she shot the film in parts, she was thrilled to know that she has a bigger role in the film. The actress said, “We did it in small parts. In Mumbai, Calcutta, here and there. When I did the dubbing, I told my daughter, ‘Masaba, my role is quite good. It is a big role. I…

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Kiran Rao elated to join as Shanghai International Film Festival jury member

Kiran Rao made her appearance as jury member in the 27th edition of the Shanghai International Film Festival which is taking place from June 13 to June 22. The jury would be headed by Italian filmmaker Giuseppe Tornatore along with other jury members Mumbai: Adding another feature to her cap, filmmaker Kiran Rao has been roped in as one of the jury members of the prestigious Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF). Attending the grand opening ceremony of the film festival, the director made her presence felt in a gorgeous Payal Khandwala red saree, which she paired with a white blouse, huge earrings, and a massive silver bracelet. Sharing her experience of being a part of the jury, Kiran said, “It’s wonderful to be…

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Raveena Tandon calls Air India flight a ‘new beginning’ days after tragic crash

Tandon also offered her condolences to the families affected by the recent tragedy involving the airline, calling it “a wound that will never heal” Mumbai: Bollywood actress Raveena Tandon, on Monday, took to social media to share a heartfelt post after boarding an Air India flight. Sharing photos from inside the aircraft, she described the experience as a “new beginning” — a step toward rising again, even in the face of deep loss. In her post, the actress noted how the silent passengers and smiling crew shared unspoken condolences, their quiet gestures laced with both grief and resolve. Tandon also offered her condolences to the families affected by the recent tragedy involving the airline, calling it “a wound that will never…

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