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Gaddar Awards: Here’s the list of winners for 2025

After a gap of 14 years, the awards made a grand return, and the ceremony will be held on June 14 at Hitex in Hyderabad. Hyderabad: The prestigious Gaddar Awards were announced for Telugu cinema, celebrating the best films and talents from 2014 to 2023. After a gap of 14 years, the awards made a grand return, and the ceremony will be held on June 14 at Hitex in Hyderabad. ‘Kalki’ was named Best Film, while ‘Pottel’ and ‘Lucky Bhaskar’ were awarded the Best Second Film and Best Third Film, respectively. Allu Arjun bagged the Best Actor award for his powerful performance in Pushpa 2, and Nivetha Thomas was the Best Leading Actress for Chinna Katha Kadu, while Nag Ashwin…

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Exclusive: “Bhairavam is a mass entertainer that celebrates emotions and brotherhood”, says Nara Rohith

Nara Rohith is ready to roar again on May 30, 2025, and Bhairavam is the ride he wants all of us to take. Hyderabad: Nara Rohith is back—and this time, he returns with more energy, emotion, and power. Known for his calm demeanour and strong screen presence, Rohith has consistently chosen roles that are distinct and meaningful. From the soft-spoken Gautham in Solo, to the relatable “Common Man” in Prathinidhi, and the jealous, emotional brother in Jo Achyutananda, his characters have always left a lasting impact. He doesn’t just act—he makes you feel. After a break from the limelight, Rohith is making a grand return with Bhairavam, a mass and emotionally charged entertainer. What makes this film even more special is…

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Kamal Haasan faces backlash in Karnataka over Kannada remark; film association to take call on ban

Karnataka film association is set to discuss a possible ban on the veteran star ahead of his upcoming release Thug Life, directed by ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam Bengaluru: Pro-Kannada groups in Karnataka went up in arms against popular actor Kamal Haasan on Wednesday for his “Tamil gave birth to Kannada” remarks, with a police complaint filed against him, while a film association is set to discuss a possible ban on the veteran star ahead of his upcoming release Thug Life, directed by ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said the Kannada language has a very long history and that the star is unaware of it. Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce President M. Narasimhalu said that he has called for a…

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Mugafi to lead Dhanush, Nagarjuna-starrer Kuberaa’s international rollout

Mugafi’s global outreach for exploitation of ancillary rights backed by Sree Venkateswara Cinema’s vision of moviemaking will benefit Kuberaa globally. Chennai: Mugafi, the fast-growing entertainment company known for its focus on story development and creator-led narratives, has officially acquired the Indian film ‘Kuberaa’ as a global presenting partner. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Sekhar Kammula, Kuberaa features an exceptional cast including Dhanush, Rashmika Mandanna, Akkineni Nagarjuna, and Jim Sarbh among others. Mugafi will lead the film’s international rollout. The partnership marks a strategic move by Mugafi to build its global presence and champion the emerging content landscape. “This is a strategic move that aligns perfectly with our mission to champion compelling narratives and strengthen the creative foundation of film projects,” said Vipul…

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Teja Sajja’s ‘Mirai’ is about Indian ‘itihaas’ blending with ‘modern action-adventure’

Directed by Karthik Gattamneni and backed by People Media Factory’s TG Vishwa Prasad and Krithi Prasad, Mirai teases a tale of a fearless Super Yodha entrusted with guarding nine divine scriptures that hold the fate of humanity Mumbai: The makers of “Mirai” on Wednesday unveiled the teaser of the Teja Sajja-starrer “Mirai,” which blends Indian ‘itihaas’ with the thrill of ‘modern action-adventure’. The film is slated to release on September 5, 2025. Teja Sajja said, “An epic adventure where Indian Itihasas meet modern storytelling — Mirai introduces kids to our rich heritage through a thrilling and imaginative superhero film.”Directed by Karthik Gattamneni and backed by People Media Factory’s TG Vishwa Prasad and Krithi Prasad, Mirai teases a tale of a fearless…

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Kamal Haasan lands in controversy with ‘Kannada was born out of Tamil’ remark

The remark has triggered sharp political reactions and public outrage in Karnataka, with the BJP and pro-Kannada groups condemning his statement and demanding an unconditional apology Chennai: Actor Kamal Haasan has stirred a fresh controversy over language identity after claiming that Kannada “was born out of Tamil” during a public event in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The remark has triggered sharp political reactions and public outrage in Karnataka, with the BJP and pro-Kannada groups condemning his statement and demanding an unconditional apology. Speaking at an event in Chennai just weeks after the trailer release of his upcoming film ‘Thug Life’, Haasan opened his speech with the phrase “Uyire Urave Tamizhe”, which translates to “My life, and my family, is in Tamil language”.…

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Vijay Sethupathi’s pan-Indian film to go on floors from June

Popular director Puri Jagannadh, who is known for his flamboyant manner of storytelling, is all set to helm his next ambitious project with the versatile actor Vijay Sethupathi playing the lead. Chennai: If sources in the industry are to be believed, the unit of director Puri Jagannadh’s upcoming film with actor Vijay Sethupathi playing the lead, is now busy scouting for locations to begin the first schedule of the film. Sources say that the team is meticulously scouting the Chennai and Hyderabad regions for the perfect location to begin the first schedule, which is expected to be in the last week of June this year. For the unaware, director Puri Jagannadh, who is known for his flamboyant manner of storytelling, is all set…

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Actor Unni Mukundan booked for allegedly assaulting manager

The incident occurred in the basement parking area of an apartment complex in Kakkanad on Monday Kochi: Noted Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan has been booked for allegedly assaulting his professional manager, police said here on Tuesday. In his complaint, Mukundan’s professional manager, Vipin Kumar, alleged that the actor slapped him in the face for recording a review of a film featuring another actor. The incident occurred in the basement parking area of an apartment complex in Kakkanad on Monday, they said. Kumar also alleged that Mukundan used abusive language and threatened to kill him, police said. The Marco actor has been booked under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including 115(2) (voluntarily causing hurt), 126(2) (wrongful restraint), 296(b) (obscene acts and songs), 351(2)…

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Vishnu Manchu-starrer Kannappa’s hard drive missing?

Vijay Kumar, the executive producer of Kannappa, has filed a police complaint. The investigation is currently going on. Hyderabad: Vishnu Manchu’s upcoming film Kannappa is one of the most awaited movies of the year. Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, the film has already created a strong buzz with its star cast. However, the team is now facing an unexpected problem. Important footage from the film has gone missing. According to reports, a VFX company in Mumbai sent a hard drive to the production office. It was first received by a man named Raghu, who later handed it over to a woman named Charita. Since then, Charita has gone missing, and the footage cannot be found. Vijay Kumar, the executive producer…

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Who is director Sandeep Reddy Vanga referring to in his sharp post: Deets inside

Sandeep’s post has gone viral, with fans waiting to see whether the actress in question will respond. Hyderabad: A major controversy is brewing in Bollywood after director Sandeep Reddy Vanga shared a strongly worded post on X. In his post, Vanga wrote, “When I narrate a story to an actor, I place 100% faith. There is an unsaid NDA (Non Disclosure Agreement) between us. But by doing this, you’ve ‘DISCLOSED’ the person that you are.” He continued, “Putting down a younger actor and ousting my story?” He also questioned the actress’s stand on feminism, saying, “Is this what your feminism stands for? As a filmmaker, I put years of hard work behind my craft. You didn’t get it. You won’t…

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