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Mayasabha review: Chaitanya Rao and Aadhi Pinisetty’s political drama is gripping and makes it worth watching

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Mayasabha review: Chaitanya Rao and Aadhi Pinisetty’s political drama is gripping and makes it worth watching

Telugu web series Mayasabha: The Rise of the Titans dives deep into Andhra Pradesh’s volatile 1990s politics, charting the fallout between two once-close leaders. Loosely inspired by Chandrababu Naidu and Y. S. Rajasekhar Reddy, it’s a gripping political thriller now streaming on Sony LIV.

Is this why Prabhas' The Raja Saab is being postponed for Sankranthi 2026?

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Is this why Prabhas' The Raja Saab is being postponed for Sankranthi 2026?

Prabhas’ The Raja Saab may shift from its December 2025 release to Sankranthi 2026. The actor has reportedly requested reshoots to enhance key scenes, fuelling buzz around the Maruthi directorial.

Kingdom movie review: Vijay Deverakonda impresses in this story, which has flat writing

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Kingdom movie review: Vijay Deverakonda impresses in this story, which has flat writing

Kingdom Movie Review: Vijay Deverakonda portrays Suri with authenticity and restraint in a performance that is grounded and organic.

Maareesan movie review: Fahadh Faasil steals the show in this beautiful tale of two halves, woven together but divided

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Maareesan movie review: Fahadh Faasil steals the show in this beautiful tale of two halves, woven together but divided

Maareesan which stars Fahadh Faasil is arguably the most audacious one of the most startling film.

Hari Hara Veera Mallu movie review: Pawan Kalyan shines in a big-budget period drama that sets the stage for a bigger sequel

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Hari Hara Veera Mallu movie review: Pawan Kalyan shines in a big-budget period drama that sets the stage for a bigger sequel

Pawan Kalyan’s Hari Hara Veera Mallu hit the screens today after a four year delay but failed to live up to the expectations of the fans. Read the review.

Uppu Kappurambu Movie Review: Keerthy Suresh and Suhaas shine in this comedy drama

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Uppu Kappurambu Movie Review: Keerthy Suresh and Suhaas shine in this comedy drama

Uppu Kappurambu Movie Review: Telugu movie Uppu Kappurambu, which released on Prime Video today, offers a blend of quirky humor and incisive social commentary.

Kannappa movie review: Vishnu Manchu starrer impresses in bits and pieces; Prabhas stands out 

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Kannappa movie review: Vishnu Manchu starrer impresses in bits and pieces; Prabhas stands out 

Kannappa tells the powerful tale of Thinnadu, a tribal youth who transforms from a staunch atheist to a devoted follower of Lord Shiva. Inspired by the legend of the Sri Kalahasti temple, the film explores faith, love, and spiritual awakening.

Bhairavam Movie Review: Nara Rohith, Manchu Manoj and Bellamkonda Sreenivas starrer has inconsistent writing but a solid second half

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Bhairavam Movie Review: Nara Rohith, Manchu Manoj and Bellamkonda Sreenivas starrer has inconsistent writing but a solid second half

Bhairavam Film Review: Amidst a politically driven land dispute, the film is all set to bring in mass action, friendship, betrayal and redemption.

Ace Movie Review: A fun but flawed heist ride soared by Vijay Sethupathi and Yogi Babu

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Ace Movie Review: A fun but flawed heist ride soared by Vijay Sethupathi and Yogi Babu

Ace Movie Review: The real strength of Ace is the camaraderie between Vijay Sethupathi and Yogi Babu.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu's Subham movie review: A quirky horror-comedy with a touch of family warmth

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Samantha Ruth Prabhu's Subham movie review: A quirky horror-comedy with a touch of family warmth

Produced by Samantha Ruth Prabhu and directed by Praveen Kandregula, Subham's odd sensibility and local flavour add to the fun of watching. The film features an exciting cameo of Samantha.

Exclusive-Samantha Ruth Prabhu opens up on turning producer with Subham; praises Gautham Menon for promoting her 

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Exclusive-Samantha Ruth Prabhu opens up on turning producer with Subham; praises Gautham Menon for promoting her 

Actress Samantha, known for her stellar performances and resilience, has stepped into the role of producer with her debut film Subham under her banner Tralala Moving Pictures. Ahead of its May 9 international release, she opened up about her emotional journey and transformation in a recent media interaction.

Retro movie review: Suriya shines bright in this stylish but uneven genre

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Retro movie review: Suriya shines bright in this stylish but uneven genre

Suriya’s much-awaited film Retro, directed by Karthik Subbaraj, has finally hit the big screens. Backed by sleek promos and an impressive ensemble cast, Retro arrives with soaring expectations and buzz, promising a stylish cinematic experience.

HIT 3 Review: Nani drives a stylish, grit-heavy action thriller; goes on a killing spree

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HIT 3 Review: Nani drives a stylish, grit-heavy action thriller; goes on a killing spree

HIT 3, the third installment in the highly anticipated HIT franchise, draws inspiration from real-life incidents and delivers a gripping narrative crafted for today’s sharp-minded investigator. This chapter promises an intense, edge-of-your-seat journey through a world where every clue matters and the truth is buried deep.

Thudarum movie review: Mohanlal and Shobana nail their performances in this crime drama

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Thudarum movie review: Mohanlal and Shobana nail their performances in this crime drama

Thudarum, directed by Tharun Moorthy, has officially released today. Produced by M Ranjith, the film presents a unique and fresh side of superstar Mohanlal. Let's see how it fares with the audience.

Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi movie review: A predictable action ride powered by Kalyan Ram and Vijaysanthi performances 

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Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi movie review: A predictable action ride powered by Kalyan Ram and Vijaysanthi performances 

*Arjun Son of Vyjayanthi follows Arjun, the son of a fearless police officer, whose life takes a dramatic turn after clashing with a deadly mafia. As he battles crime, he must also live up to his mother's dream of becoming an honourable IPS officer.

Will Empuraan’s controversy affect Mohanlal and Shobana’s Thudarum ?

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Will Empuraan’s controversy affect Mohanlal and Shobana’s Thudarum ?

Mohanlal's L2: Empuraan made history for various reasons, despite mixed reactions. Now, all eyes are on his upcoming crime romance Thudarum, starring Shobana, which has generated significant buzz.

Good Bad Ugly movie review: Ajith Kumar film is a stylishly written action drama with an improper storyline

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Good Bad Ugly movie review: Ajith Kumar film is a stylishly written action drama with an improper storyline

Good Bad Ugly Movie Review: The film is highly dependent on Ajith's star power, his mass action dialogues and sequences and does not focus on the backstory of this mafia Don.

L2 Empuraan: ED raids on Chennai office of producer Gokulam Gopalan

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L2 Empuraan: ED raids on Chennai office of producer Gokulam Gopalan

On April 4th, the Enforcement Directorate raided the offices of film producer and businessman Gokulam Gopalan in Kochi and Chennai, as part of the ongoing controversy surrounding the film L2 Empuraan.

South Entertainment roundup: Report card 2024; Manjummel Boys shatters records; Trisha is highest-paid south actress; Allu Arjun unveils wax statue; Pushpa teaser announcement

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South Entertainment roundup: Report card 2024; Manjummel Boys shatters records; Trisha is highest-paid south actress; Allu Arjun unveils wax statue; Pushpa teaser announcement

The month of March saw a whirl of celebrity news from southern film industry, from announcements to revelations. Stay tuned for more roundups from the world of the shimmer and glimmer entertainment.

South Entertainment roundup: Dhanush playing Ilaiyaraaja; Janhvi Kapoor signs second Telugu film; Ram Charan-Sukumar film; Kanguva teaser; Who is Najeeb of Aadujeevitham?

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South Entertainment roundup: Dhanush playing Ilaiyaraaja; Janhvi Kapoor signs second Telugu film; Ram Charan-Sukumar film; Kanguva teaser; Who is Najeeb of Aadujeevitham?

The month of March saw a whirl of celebrity news from southern film industry, from announcements to revelations. Stay tuned for more roundups from the world of the shimmer and glimmer entertainment.

South Entertainment roundup: Prabhas on social media; Aishwarya Rajinikanth on Lal Salaam; I&B Ministry blocks 18 OTTs; Mix Up review & Rajamouli-Mahesh Babu project

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South Entertainment roundup: Prabhas on social media; Aishwarya Rajinikanth on Lal Salaam; I&B Ministry blocks 18 OTTs; Mix Up review & Rajamouli-Mahesh Babu project

The month of March saw a whirl of celebrity news from southern film industry, from announcements to revelations. Stay tuned for more roundups from the world of the shimmer and glimmer entertainment.

Pushpa 2: The teaser of Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa: The Rule will drop on April 8

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Pushpa 2: The teaser of Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa: The Rule will drop on April 8

Besides Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, the sequel boasts of an impressive ensemble cast, featuring renowned actors such as Fahadh Faasil, Sunil, Anasuya Bharadwaj, Jagadish, among others.

Suriya44: Here is why the Karthik Subbaraj directorial was kept a secret

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Suriya44: Here is why the Karthik Subbaraj directorial was kept a secret

As Suriya, who will be seen next in Kanguva, continues to push boundaries and explore diverse roles, his collaboration with director Karthik Subbaraj for the tentatively titled Suriya44 will stand as a testament to his unwavering commitment to delivering quality cinema.

2024 first quarter Movies Report Card: 6 south films that made noise at the box office

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2024 first quarter Movies Report Card: 6 south films that made noise at the box office

How much the movies made down south till now this year and which regional cinema, among the four states, shone at the theatres?

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