Agadha marks a genre shift for veteran producer and director M. S. Raju, as he moves into mystical horror, a departure from his earlier style. The makers have now unveiled the character poster of Jovika Vijay Kumar.
Jovika plays Harini, and her first look stands out for its intense and mysterious appeal. As the granddaughter of veteran actress Manjula, this film marks her debut, making it a significant entry into cinema.
Set against a dimly lit ancient backdrop, Jovika appears in a striking look. Her expressive eyes reflect a mix of innocence and inner strength, hinting at a character closely tied to the film’s mystical elements. The rain effect further enhances the mood and visual depth.
Her debut also carries an emotional legacy. M. S. Raju had introduced her mother, Vanitha Vijayakumar, to cinema with Devi, and now presents the next generation.
Produced under Sri Adi Varaha Productions by Kasi Visalakshi Balusu, the film is written and directed by M. S. Raju. Agadha has completed an 85 day shoot, featuring elaborate sets and nearly 45 minutes of VFX.
The film is being made simultaneously in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi, and is currently in post production. Music is composed by Rakesh Venkatapuram. The cast also includes Sai Kamakshi Bhaskarla, Shravan Reddy, and Ulka Ganesh.
Here’s good news for movie lovers who cherish the iconic classic Moondram Pirai (1982), which was dubbed in Telugu as Vasantha Kokila. Starring National Award winner Kamal Haasan and the legendary Sridevi, the film is finally making its debut on digital platforms.
After 44 years since its theatrical release, the film is set to premiere on OTT for the first time. The production house, Sathya Jyothi Films, has announced that the remastered version will begin streaming on Amazon Prime Video from tomorrow.
The film will be available in Tamil, offering audiences a chance to experience the classic in enhanced quality. However, the absence of a Telugu version may disappoint fans who have long awaited its digital release.
Directed and shot by Balu Mahendra, the film is widely regarded as a masterpiece. He also won the National Award for his exceptional cinematography, while Kamal Haasan received the National Award for his performance as Cheenu. The soul-stirring music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja.
Bhogi is the next project of Charming Star Sharwanand after Biker. Directed by Sampath Nandi, the film features Anupama Parameswaran as the female lead.
The makers recently unveiled Anupama’s raw and intense look as Kandula Sulochana Rani. They describe her as “Nature’s child… Ganga’s home… Kandula’s pride… and the very soul of Bhogi.”
The look has instantly grabbed attention, with Anupama appearing in a bold, deglamourized role that marks a refreshing change from her usual image.
Dimple Hayathi and Rohit Pathak also play key roles in this intense action drama. Produced by KK Radhamohan under the Sri Sathya Sai Arts banner, the film has music composed by Bheems Ceciroleo. Bhogi is set to hit theatres on August 28, 2026.
Another Tollywood hero has tied the knot this year. Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas married his long time girlfriend, Kavya Reddy, in a traditional ceremony at Tirumala.
The wedding was a grand traditional affair attended by several industry personalities, along with family and relatives, and the couple tied the knot at 11:30 AM last night.
Many celebrities are sending their congratulatory wishes to the newlyweds. On the work front, he has Tyson Naidu and a few more films in the pipeline.