Tollywood

Sree Vishnu’s fun promotions steal the show ahead of ‘Single’ release

These fun promotions match the vibe of the film’s trailer, which is filled with hilarious dialogues and clever nods to popular culture. Hyderabad: Tollywood actor Sree Vishnu is grabbing everyone’s attention with his unique promotional style for his upcoming romantic comedy Single, which is set to hit theatres this Friday, May 9. His quirky t-shirts with viral quotes and movie references have become the talk of the town, giving the film an extra dose of buzz before its release. One t-shirt reads “Eat, Sleep, Salaar, Repeat,” while another features a QR code and the cheeky message, “Don’t scan this if you’re Single.” The actor was recently spotted posing in these shirts alongside the film’s heroines, Ketika Sharma and Ivana, making…

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Chiranjeevi and family head to London for Ram Charan’s wax statue unveiling

The statue will be officially unveiled on May 9. Hyderabad: Chiranjeevi and his family have flown to London to attend the grand unveiling of Ram Charan’s wax statue at the world-famous Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. Along with Chiranjeevi, his wife Surekha, Ram Charan, his wife Upasana, their daughter Klin Kaara, and their pet dog Rhyme were spotted leaving for London on Monday, May 5. The statue will be officially unveiled on May 9. Adding to the uniqueness, Ram Charan’s wax figure will feature his pet Rhyme. This makes him the only celebrity apart from Queen Elizabeth II to have a pet included in their statue. After the event in London, the wax statue will be shifted to Madame Tussauds Singapore for public display. The Mega family will also…

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Rajinikanth, Chiranjeevi and other celebrities hail ‘Operation Sindoor’ strike on terror camps

Rajinikanth took to his X timeline to say, “The fighter’s fight begins… There’s no stopping until the mission is accomplished! The entire NATION stands with you. @PMOIndia @HMOIndia #OperationSindoor JAI HIND.” Chennai: Tamil Superstar Rajinikanth joined scores of Indians across the globe in hailing the Indian Armed Forces’ historic strike on terror camps in Pakistan, codenamed ‘Operation Sindoor’, saying that the fighter’s fight had begun and that there was “No stopping until the mission is accomplished.” Taking to his X timeline, Rajinikanth wrote, “The fighter’s fight begins… No stopping until the mission is accomplished! The entire NATION is with you. @PMOIndia @HMOIndia #OperationSindoor JAI HIND 🇮🇳.” Rajinikanth was joined by several other film celebrities cutting across all regions of the country.…

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Samantha advocates for stronger female voices in Indian cinema, says her identity shapes creative choices

When asked whether she is intentionally working to create more space for nuanced female narratives in Indian cinema as a producer, Samantha responded, “Being a woman naturally shapes all of my creative decisions, and I take pride in that.” New Delhi: Actress-producer Samantha Ruth Prabhu said that her identity as a woman naturally drives her to champion such narratives and emphasized the need for more female voices in Indian cinema. As an actor, Samantha has portrayed strong, complex female characters in projects such as “The Family Man” Season 2, “Rangasthalam,” “Majili,” “Yashoda,” “ Mahanati,” and “Eega” to name a few. Asked if as a producer, she is consciously trying to create more space for layered female narratives in Indian cinema, Samantha…

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Lakshmi Manchu: For me, saree is the most feminine garment

Lakshmi hosted a special event celebrating the timeless beauty of Kanchipuram and Kota sarees, paying tribute to India’s rich textile heritage. The handwoven masterpieces showcased the intricate craftsmanship of local weavers. Mumbai: Actress Lakshmi Manchu has professed her love for sarees, saying that, for her, it is the most beautiful and feminine garment. Lakshmi hosted a special event celebrating the timeless beauty of Kanchipuram and Kota sarees, paying tribute to India’s rich textile heritage. The handwoven masterpieces showcased the intricate craftsmanship of local weavers. As a passionate advocate for the “Make in India” initiative, Lakshmi said: “In Mumbai, even the so-called real zari isn’t real. I spent time sourcing authentic zari from master artisans, curating sarees that tell real stories.…

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National Award-winning stunt choreographers Anbariv roped in for Dulquer Salmaan’s ‘I’m Game’

The stunt choreographers, for their part, expressed happiness at being a part of the project. Chennai: The makers of director Nahas Hidhayath’s eagerly awaited Malayalam film, ‘I’m Game’, featuring actor Dulquer Salmaan in the lead, have now roped in National Award-winning stunt choreographers Anbariv for their film. Taking to his X timeline, director Nahas Hidhayath wrote, “Are you ready for an adrenaline rush? Join us as we welcome the dynamic duo of stunt masters, #ANBARIV for #imgame! Get ready for an exhilarating experience packed with thrilling action! Let the excitement begin!” The stunt choreographers, for their part, expressed happiness at being a part of the project. They replied saying, “We’re glad to be a part of Mollywood once again. After…

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Nani’s ‘HIT: The Third Case’ becomes blockbuster, crosses Rs 101 cr in 4 days

On Monday, Nani’s production banner Wall Poster Cinema announced on its X timeline that the film had raked in an impressive Rs 101 crore within just four days of its release. Chennai: It’s official! Director Sailesh Kolanu’s explosive action entertainer, ‘Hit: The Third Case’, featuring actors Nani and Srinidhi Shetty in the lead, has now emerged a blockbuster. On Monday, Nani’s production house Wall Poster Cinema, which produced the film, took to its X timeline to announce that the film had collected a whopping 101 crores in the first four days of its release. Wall Poster Cinema, putting out a poster that read 101 crores, said, “Sarkaar’s century. 101+ crores gross worldwide for #HIT3 in 4 days Book your tickets now!…

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Shrinidhi Shetty finally speaks out on wrong perception in the minds of audience after ‘KGF’

The actress spoke with IANS recently, and shared how she has always been very selective even before she made her debut with ‘KGF’. Mumbai: Actress Srinidhi Shetty, who is receiving a lot of positive response to her work in the recently released film ‘HIT: The Third Case’, has spoken up on the wrong perception of her being selective with her work after blockbuster ‘KGF.’. The actress spoke with IANS recently, and shared how she has always been very selective even before she made her debut with ‘KGF’. When IANS asked the actress if she has become selective after ‘KGF, she said, “It’s a completely wrong perception when people think that after ‘KGF’, I became selective. It happens when a new…

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Simbu on why he has always been on time while shooting for Mani Ratnam’s films!

Simbu, who is a part of director Mani Ratnam’s upcoming film ‘Thug Life’, featuring Kamal Haasan in the lead, during a recent discussion held to promote the film, spoke about how people kept asking him how he was always on time for Mani Ratnam’s film shoots. Chennai: Actor Silambarasan, who is fondly referred to as Simbu by his fans, has now disclosed why he has always been on time while shooting for ace director Mani Ratnam’s films. Simbu, who is a part of director Mani Ratnam’s upcoming film ‘Thug Life’, featuring Kamal Haasan in the lead, during a recent discussion held to promote the film, spoke about how people kept asking him how he was always on time for Mani…

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Rashmika Mandanna says ‘why not’ as she dumps all her secret selfies over the years

Dumping all my secret selfies over the years on your timeline.. Sowwwieeeee but I just was like #HmmWhyNot, Rashmika captioned the post Mumbai: Actress Rashmika Mandanna decided to bless our feed with all her secret selfies over the years. Taking to her Instagram handle, Rashmika posted a couple of selfies across the years from her car, the gym, her house, and the plane. However, one thing in common in all these selfies was Rashmika’s heart-melting smile. “Dumping all my secret selfies over the years on your timeline.. Sowwwieeeee but I just was like #HmmWhyNot,” Rashmika captioned the post. The ‘Animal’ actress is always on top of her Instagram game and loves to keep her InstaFam updated with her personal and professional…

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