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Kalki 2898 AD emerged as one of the biggest cinematic spectacles of 2024, with Prabhas impressing in dual roles and the cliffhanger setting strong expectations for the sequel. Director Nag Ashwin is currently busy with the sequel shoot, which is progressing steadily. Amitabh Bachchan has already completed a schedule.

Amid this, a casting rumour recently went viral, claiming that JD Chakravarthy had joined the film’s sets. However, the actor has now dismissed the speculation during promotions of his upcoming film Gaayapadda Simham. He confirmed that he is not part of the sequel and did not participate in any schedule. He also reacted in a light manner, saying he appreciates the buzz but there is no truth to it.

The sequel is being mounted on a massive scale by Vyjayanthi Movies, with Kamal Haasan expected to have a more prominent role this time. With production moving ahead and casting speculation continuing, more updates about the film are expected in the coming weeks.

Peddi has quickly become one of the hottest talking points this summer, and the film is now at the center of a crucial release date discussion. The postponement of Toxic from June 4, 2026, has opened up a prime box office window. With no major release currently occupying that slot, the stage is perfectly set for a strong contender to step in.

Peddi, which has already locked June 25, 2026, is now being seen as the ideal film to grab this opportunity. Its current date puts it in direct competition with Lenin on June 26, but a shift to June 4 could give it a clear solo run and a massive advantage.

A key update adding to the excitement is that the film’s shoot is set to conclude today. With production wrapping up and enough time left for post production and promotions, the film is in a solid position to make a bold release move.

The buzz around a possible preponement is growing stronger by the day, and fans are actively rooting for the makers to take that call. Social media is already filled with discussions, with many believing that June 4 is the perfect date for Peddi to arrive and dominate the box office. While there is no official confirmation yet, all eyes are now on the much awaited announcement.

Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi is a high energy rural sports drama featuring Janhvi Kapoor, Shruti Haasan in a special appearance, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Divyenndu Sharma, and Boman Irani in key roles. With music by A. R. Rahman and production by Vriddhi Cinemas, the film carries strong expectations across markets.

If the makers make the move, Peddi could be looking at a perfect box office window and a massive opening backed by strong fan support.

Karisma Kapoor recently grabbed attention with a candid moment at a public event, where she was heard telling photographers, “Zyaada zoom mat karna,” urging them not to zoom excessively from behind.

The remark, though said lightly, has sparked a wider conversation about paparazzi boundaries. In recent times, many celebrities have raised concerns over how paps use advanced camera technology to capture intrusive angles, often crossing the line of privacy and comfort.

Karisma’s comment highlights this growing issue, as actors increasingly feel the need to call out such practices in real time. The incident has now gone viral, with fans and industry observers discussing the ethics of celebrity photography.

Many believe that while public figures understand media attention is part of their profession, there still needs to be a basic level of respect and restraint.

The third and final part of the iconic Drishyam franchise headlined by Mohanlal and created by Jeethu Joseph will hit the big screens on May 21. A few hours ago, the team dropped the teaser.

In an interactive session on Instagram, Jeethu Joseph revealed that the Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada dubbed versions of Drishyam 3 will have a simultaneous release on May 21 alongside the Malayalam version.

Since Venkatesh is busy with other projects, the Telugu remake is ruled out, and hence, the makers of the original version are looking to make the most of the opportunity.

Produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas, Drishyam 3 also stars Meena, Ansiba Hassan, and Esther Anil in pivotal roles. Anil Johnson is the music composer.

Suriya’s Karuppu is set to hit the big screens this May. There is some uncertainty around the release date of this RJ Balaji’s directorial. Initially it has been announced that the movie will be released on May 14, but there could be a change in plans.

According to the latest buzz, the trailer might be launched either on May 6th or May 7th. Compared to recent Suriya films, Karuppu has managed to generate good buzz among the audiences. It needs to be seen whether or not Karuppu releases on May 14.

Trisha plays the female lead. Yogi Babu, Indrans, Natty Subramaniam, Swasika, and Sshivada play key roles. Karuppu is bankrolled by Dream Warrior Pictures. Sai Abyankkar is the music composer.

By now, it is a known fact that Chiranjeevi will soon start filming for his next in the direction of Bobby who made the hit film, Waltair Veerayya with him.

The latest update is that a massive set is currently being erected on the outskirts of Hyderabad. According to reports, the initial shooting schedule will commence at this location, with the team planning to begin with a high-voltage action sequence designed as the film’s interval block.

This indicates that the makers are prioritizing a strong, impactful narrative right from the early stages of filming. With such a grand setup and a powerful opening schedule, expectations are already building around the film.

The postponement of Yash’s Toxic from June 4 left fans heartbroken who were waiting for the film’s arrival. This isn’t the first time the movie has faced a delay. The clash between Toxic and Dhurandhar: The Revenge was heavily publicized, but the makers of the Yash starrer shocked fans with the change in release plans at the last minute. The reason they have now cited has intensified frustration levels among fans.

According to the latest buzz, Toxic team is now eying to release the film during the Independence Day week slot. It is said that the makers feel it will be the ideal window for release, with no major Hollywood film planned in that period.

However, if that happens, Toxic will find it tough to get going in the Hindi belt with Lahore 1947 and Awarapan 2 slated for release. Directed by Geethu Mohandas. Toxic also stars Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Tara Sutaria, Huma Qureshi, and Rukmini Vasanth in key roles.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu is putting in strong efforts to promote her upcoming film Maa Inti Bangaram, but the impact of the campaign appears limited so far.

The promotional strategies have lacked engaging elements, resulting in low buzz around the film. A section of family audiences is reportedly still unaware of its release, which raises concerns with just 15 days to go for release.

Interestingly, her recent production Subham managed to generate solid attention and went on to become a blockbuster. This contrast highlights the need for a more aggressive and creative push.

With time running out, only fresh, out-of-the-box promotional ideas can help Maa Inti Bangaram gain momentum and reach a wider audience before release.