April 2026

Rakesh Bedi, who has been receiving praise for his performance in Dhurandhar, has responded to reports about his remuneration.

The veteran TV actor, currently making headlines, has denied claims that he was paid ₹1 crore for the role. Reacting to the rumours, Rakesh clarified that he has never received such a huge amount for any project.

Adding a touch of humour, he joked that he would be more than happy if someone actually offered him that kind of fee. His candid response has gone viral, with fans appreciating his honesty.

Meanwhile, his performance in Dhurandhar continues to draw positive attention across platforms. Stay tuned for more.

The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond is back in the headlines after its controversial theatrical run, which was marked by significant legal hurdles prior to its February 27, 2026 release. The drama is now preparing for its digital debut, following the pattern of its predecessor by sparking intense social debate.

Directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, the film is officially heading to OTT after a polarising stint in cinemas. ZEE5 recently announced that the movie will be available for streaming starting May 8, 2026, in multiple languages including Telugu. While the film received mixed reactions from critics and audiences alike, industry experts are now waiting to see how it performs with a wider digital audience.

The cast features Ulka Gupta, Aditi Bhatia, and Aishwarya Ojha in the lead roles, portraying three women from different regions of India. Their performances anchor a narrative that aims to expand the themes of the original film to a national scale. As the streaming date approaches, the film continues to generate discussion regarding its portrayal of sensitive social issues.

KD: The Devil, headlined by Dhruv Sarja, has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Earlier a song featuring Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt has been taken down from YouTube because of its objectionable lyrics and dance moves. Now the theatrical trailer has also been removed from YouTube, the development which left netizens surprised.

Addressing the issue, the makers wrote, “The trailer of KD: The Devil recently released on YouTube inadvertently included certain uncertified content during certification process. We have therefore taken down the trailer and will be uploading a revised version shortly, in compliance with the certification guidelines. We sincerely regret this oversight and remain fully committed to adhering to all certification norms.”

KD – The Devil is produced by KVN Productions, which is already dealing with problems related to Jana Nayagan and Toxic. Directed by Prem, the film also features Shilpa Shetty, V. Ravichandran, Ramesh Aravind, Reeshma Nanaiah, and Jisshu Sengupta in key roles.

Mega Power Star Ram Charan’s sports action drama Peddi is likely to hit the big screens on June 25, 2026 going by the latest industry buzz. The movie initially slated for March 26 release was postponed to April 30 due to pending works.

Once again the release has been pushed to June, and the unexpected and significant delay disappointed fans. However, makers assure that the wait will be fully worth it. The special song is yet to be shot, and except for it the shoot is done.

Janhvi Kapoor plays the female lead in this Buchi Babu Sana’s directorial. Produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru of Vriddhi Cinemas, the movie stars Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Divyyendu Sharma, and Boman Irani in key roles. AR Rahman is the music composer.

Dhanush will be next seen in the period crime thriller Kara. Directed by Vignesh Raja, the movie is set for a multi-lingual release on April 30, 2026. Mamitha Baiju plays the female lead. Telugu promotions commenced with the teaser release today.

The promotional asset doesn’t reveal the story, but it manages to create intrigue with its visuals, Dhanush’s presence, color tone, and striking background score. The dubbing seems off, and it remains to be seen whether the issue will be handled before April 30.

The Telugu release will be handled by Vigneswara Entertainments. The movie is produced by Ishari K Ganesh under the banner of Vels Film International in association with Think Studios. GV Prakash Kumar is the music composer.