Dhanush- Mrunal Thakur dating gets UPGRADED - SISTERS OK IT

 Dhanush and Mrunal dating just got upgraded/ Dhanush two sisters Dr Karthika Karthik and Vimala Geetha followed Mrunal Instagram Page. Both his sisters have seemingly followed her back. This means that the relationship has got a nod. Dhanush father- mom- sisters have never got along with Dhanush ex wife Aishwarya Rajinikanth. Next news is that  Dhanush and Mrunal share birthdays just a few days apart, both actors share the same zodiac sign.  Both of them are a Leo!. According to The Free Press Journal, Mrunal Thakur was previously in a relationship with writer Sharad Tripathi. Both he and the Son of Sardaar 2 actress participated in Nach Baliya Season 7 together, but eventually broke up.

On the other hand, Dhanush was previously married to Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth. The couple had tied the knot on November 8, 2004. After nearly 18 years of marriage, the Captain Miller actor and Aishwaryaa announced their separation in 2022.

Another fan defended the actors. The commented read "All these can be created by ardent fans as well. Remember that Salman Khan post on this sub that said he had a air hostess wife in USA and also a son? I smell something similar. Either that or they're starting a movie promotion soon". One fan posted "Who is even surprised here? He is an infamous boy who has dated virtually all his co actors and even some who he hasn’t worked with." Another fan said "ab may month aadha india shreyas iyer ko sarpanch bol raha tha tab sutro ke dawara khabar aayi thi ki mrunal aur iyer date kar rahe hai." (Cricketer Shreyas Iyer and Mrunal Thakur were allegedly dating each other.)

A month ago, Dhanush completed the shoot of director Anand L Rai's Tere Ishk Mein and took part in the film's wrap up party. The special event was attended by Tamannaah, Kanika Dhillon, Mrunal Thakur and Bhumi Pednekar. Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur. Actors Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur were spotted once again at the screening of Kajol's film Maa. The two were also spotted at the premiere of Son Of Sardar 2 in which Mrunal Thakur plays the lead. A video of the two sharing a warm interaction with each other has sparked dating rumours among fans. 

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Hansika walks out of Hubby Hpuse / Gizell Thakral is Malayali / Kingdom Baddie sells Idli in Kerala

 Amid rumours of their divorce, actress Hansika Motwani has deleted her wedding pictures and videos with husband Sohael Khaturiya. The couple had celebrated their wedding anniversary in December 2024 with special moments. However, after almost three years of being married, it seems there is trouble in paradise. However, Sohael Khaturiya has not removed any pictures with  .. The actress had reportedly moved out of her marital home and . and was staying with her mother in Mumbai ..

Media from North India is busy telling us about Gizele Thakral, who was contestant in Bigg Boss Hindi and has now entered BB Malayalam Season 7. What these upcountry media does not know is that she is Malayali and her mom is from Alleppey and she  speaks Malayalam much better than her many counterparts in the show. She revealed this to Lalettan at the launch and that Gizele means Deer that enticed  Laxman cross Laksj,am Rekha. contestant Shanavas Shanu drew sharp criticism after he nominated fellow housemate Gizele Thakral, citing her choice of clothes as the reason. The actor, who has often been seen in casual shorts himself in the house, accused Gizele of dressing in a way that he deemed inappropriate for Kerala culture, a move that didn’t sit well with viewers at all. What was meant to be a reason for nomination quickly turned into a lesson in personal freedom and equality with fans reminding Shanavas that clothing is a personal choice, and respect goes beyond cultural gatekeeping.

Gizele, known for her confident demeanor and unapologetic style, earned major support online. Viewers lauded her for staying unbothered and not dimming her personality to fit regressive norms. With the tide of public sentiment firmly in her favour, Gizele seems to have struck a chord with the audience, one that champions individuality, modern values, and calling out hypocrisy when it’s due.

We have published a photo that shows her love for Kerala Waterfalls. Those who are Yuvraj  the cricketeer fans, she had him cut the cake on  her birthday and she claimed was part of the gang that hangs out with him. This was in 2013. Thakral backdground shows that she had been in many reality shows in Hindi channels and her outing has been shortlived.

Meet Venkitesh VP, Actor Who Took On Vijay Deverakonda In Kingdom

Venkitesh VP first gained fame in Kerala through the Malayalam talent-hunt reality show Nayika Nayakan, with acclaimed filmmaker Lal Jose and popular actor Kunchacko Boban as the judges. The show went on to became a favorite among Malayalam TV viewers with Venkitesh impressing audiences with his stunning performances acing emotional and comedy scenes. After Nayika Nayakan, Venkitesh made his debut in Malayalam cinema, taking on notable roles in films such as Mammootty's The Priest, Stand Up and Lovefully Yours Veda. He then hosted the popular game show Udan Panam. Expanding his identity beyond Kerala, Venkitesh made his Tamil film debut with Rebel, starring GV Prakash in which he played the villain. While steadily working on his acting career, Venkitesh is also a businessman, he runs an idli truck in Thiruvananthapuram called Suda Suda Idli.

We had reported about the anti Tamil sentiment as back as August 1 Read; https://southfilmy.blogspot.com/2025/08/sri-lankan-tamil-and-kingdom-karthi.html

Kingdon which collected Rs 6 crore gross from Tamil dubbed version faced NTK activists wrath. Seeman of NTK said - Therefore, on behalf of the Naam Tamilar Katchi, I strongly urge that the film Kingdom, which degrades the Eelam Tamils, be completely withdrawn from screening in Tamil Nadu in respect of Tamil sentiments. Failing which, we warn that we will lay siege to theatres and stop the screening of the film.

COOLIE INSIDER REVIEW - Don’t expect Vikram or Kaithi l

 All your doubts cleared by insider who watched Coolie Telugu 

• Script-wise, Coolie is very average. The film has a strong theme of friendship, but eventually, style takes over substance—especially in the second half.
• It’s a movie filled ul of episodes, and many of those have turned out well, especially the action sequences.
• Rajinikanth’s role will be a treat for his fans. But for the common audience, it might test their patience a little —similar to how GBU worked well for Ajith fans but didn’t click with everyone else this though wont be that polarised but still might irriates a little. De-aging was okay—not great, but not cringeworthy either.
• Nagarjuna’s role, which Rajinikanth referred to as “the next Anthony” in the Telugu press meet, starts off well in the first half. He looks stylish and shows his mettle in several scenes—even dominating Rajini in a few moments. However, the role fizzles out in the second half.
• The interval scene, in classic Lokesh style, has come out really well. If you’re familiar with Lokesh’s movies, you might even guess how it unfolds.
• The film received an A rating—not just for violence, but also due to cuss words. These might surprise or even shock some viewers.
• Aamir Khan’s role isn’t forced and fits into the narrative well—but he appears pale in role and also sequences because it looks patience testing by then. Not a  ROLEX worthy cameo .
• Upendra’s character is really good. As many guessed, he appears mostly in the flashback sequences and has a minor but impactful presence in the present timeline too.
• Shoubin is ruthless as the villain and leaves a strong impact. He deserves top marks.
• Overall, Coolie offers some great episodes, powerful background scores, and solid performances—but the story is Lokesh weakest though he tried very different one.
• First half > Second half in terms of engagement. Still, both halves contain good episodes. The second half is action-heavy.
• Nagarjuna shines in the first half, but his character becomes regular in the latter half.
• Shoubin’s performance is commendable.
• Upendra delivers a strong extended cameo with the best fan-service scene alongside Rajini.
• Sathyaraj and Shruti Haasan serve as the emotional threads of the story, but this is also where the writing becomes weak.
• Rajinikanth, as always, impresses with his acting and screen presence. The film is filled with Rajinisms, though Lokesh couldn't fully utilize them. That said, there are several moments that will enthrall.

Overall:

Don’t expect Vikram or Kaithi level storytelling. Lokesh tried something unique but couldn’t sustain it consistently. However, the major episodes have come out really well, and that should help at the box office.

Tip: Keep your story expectations in check to enjoy Coolie to the fullest.

Kingdom Telugu version a HIT IN KERALA / Which actor snubbed Sun TV Maran ?

 “These days, most of the young and successful actors are showing much attitude. They do not pick up calls after scoring two hit films and most of them are demanding private jets for shoots. Rajinikanth is the real Superstar and he is a humble person who is quite simple. He is the only Superstar of the country” told Kalanithi Maran. Speaking at the trailor launch of Coolie , Maran was talking about which hero who refused to take a call from Sun TV  ?

Kalanithi Maran, the man behind several blockbusters of Tamil cinema and the mastermind behind Sun Network is the producer of Superstar Rajinikanth’s upcoming release Coolie. After making gigantic profits through Jailer, he invested big on Coolie and he is also the producer of Allu Arjun and Atlee’s crazy pan-Indian film. During the trailer launch event of Coolie, Kalanithi Maran made big statements on several young successful actors. He heaped praise on Superstar Rajinikanth and he appreciated the discipline and dedication of Superstar

Vijay Deverakonda’s latest movie Kingdom is rewriting box office records beyond the Telugu states. In a rare and remarkable feat, the film has become the first-ever Telugu film to gross Rs. 1 crore in Kerala, and surprisingly, this success comes without a Malayalam-dubbed version.

This milestone not only marks a new high for the actor but also highlights his rapidly growing popularity among Malayali audiences. What was once considered a limited market for Telugu-language releases is now proving to be fertile ground.

Meanwhile, Kingdom continues its impressive global run, grossing Rs. 67 crore so far and inching closer to the Rs. 100 crore milestone. The film is well on its way to becoming the biggest commercial success of Vijay Deverakonda’s career.

Bhagyashri Borse, Satya Dev, Venkatesh, Ayyappa Sharma, and others appear in key roles. The film is jointly produced by Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, with music composed by Anirudh Ravichander. After three days in cinemas, the film has grossed nearly Rs. 67 crore worldwide. While Sunday’s numbers are holding steady, all eyes are on Monday, which is expected to be a crucial indicator of the film’s long-term performance.

A R Rahman with Yesudas at Dallas USA / Pariyerum Perumal Hindi remake gets acclaim

  A R Rahman who is on a USA tour was in Dallas called on Legendary singer K J Yesudas. ARR posted the keepsake photo with the lines Met my childhood favourite at his place at Dallas. Amazed at his research work and love for Indian classical (Carnatic) music,' Rahman wrote. Yesudas was in Dallas home since the COVID started and after that he has not come to India. Rahman is touring USA as part of The Wonderment Tour',  Singers fom India include; Zanai Bhosle, an emerging Indian artist and granddaughter of Asha Bhosle, brings a fresh voice rooted in musical and royal heritage. Shweta Mohan , Rakshita Suresh, A. R. Ameen, son of Rahman and a rising playback star, is known for his soulful performances in Dil Bechara, Ayalaan, and his single, “Sago.” , Adithya Radhakrishnan, also known as Adithya RK, whose recent film songs “Hey Nainika” and “Sooreede” showcase his vocal versatility. Nitesh Aher, Ranjit Barot The highlight is presence of Shuba Vedula, professionally known as Shuba, is an Indian American artist who rose to fame on American Idol and now captivates millions through her original music and viral performance videos.

Dhadak 2, a remake of the Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal (2018), stars Triptii Dimri and Siddhant Chaturvedi. Audience and reviewers have praised lead pair and the content. Majority find that the music and BGM could have been better or was rather poor. For those who have seen the Tamil version is not impressed and they feel that it does have the soul of the Tamil original. Box office wise the  film clashed with Ajay Devgan Son of sardar 2 and both got only a single digit opening. For an underdog, Dhadak 2 could see a rise in numbers over the weekend. Both Dhadak 2 and Son of Sardaar 2 face stiff competition from Mahavatar Narsimha and Saiyaara. The musical romance featuring Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday in the lead roles, the movie is currently in its 15th day of its theatrical run. On the third Friday of release, the movie has minted ₹4.25 crore, taking its total to ₹284.75 Cr.

Viewer review;

Gayatri Thakur

12 hours ago

Wonderful movie... Frames, acting, story everything.. Literate illiterates won't understand the movie and its concept because they are so used to watch glamorous romance and all those disco lights.. Babasaheb, Savitrimai, Jyotiba Phule those frames were 🔥 loved Siddharth's acting.. well the movie deserves all the love and respect..

"Pariyerum Perumal" is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video. It's also available with ads on Amazon Prime Video. 

After Valli, Rajini's Coolie gets A Certificate / Dhanush Fans happy with AI Ending

 Unusual for Rajinikanth, who boasts a fan following across age categories, his upcoming action entertainer Coolie has obtained an A certificate after clearing the censorship formalities. Valli was also certified 'A' but Superstar played only guest role in it. Is #Coolie the first full length Rajinikanth film to get 'A' certificate?

With this announcement, Coolie will be the first Rajini film in years to get an A certificate. It is worth noting that the film's director, Lokesh Kanagaraj, had said there won't be any compromises on violence and action in the film.

Produced by Kalanithi Maran under his Sun Pictures banner, Coolie boasts a star-studded ensemble consisting of Nagarjuna as Simon, Sathyaraj as Rajasekar, Upendra as Kaleesha, Shruti Haasan as Preethi, and Soubin Shahir as Dayal. Rajinikanth plays Deva in the film. Confirming speculations, it was revealed that Aamir Khan will play Dahaa in Coolie. The film is a reunion of sorts as Rajini teams up with Sathyaraj 38 years after Mr Bharath and Aamir Khan 29 years after Aatank Hi Aatank.

The controversy erupted with the August 1 re-release of the film’s Tamil version, Ambikapathy. Studio Eros International, reportedly without the director’s consent, used artificial intelligence to fundamentally change the movie’s iconic, heartbreaking conclusion.

What The New AI Raanjhanaa Ending Reveals

In the original film, audiences were left shattered as a fatally injured Kundan (Dhanush) succumbs to his injuries, leaving Zoya (Sonam Kapoor) to grieve his lifeless body. The new AI version rewrites this cinematic history. The scene cuts from Zoya caressing Kundan’s face to a shot of him breathing. His friends watch in relief before entering the room, smiling. Kundan then opens his eyes and wakes up, not to a somber score, but to celebratory music. Reports from those who have seen the re-release claim the AI effect is seamless, making it difficult for new viewers to even spot the alteration.

One fan wrote, "AI version new climax response for #Ambikapathy re-release. #IdlyKadai #Ambikapathy #Dhanush." 

The video that has been making the rounds online also shows Dhanush's character, Kundan, opening his eyes again, and he lives! Seeing his character not die, fans can be heard screaming and whistling.

Another fan mentioned, "My Kundan is alive, I'm so emotional while watching. Thank you Al #Raanjhanaa."

Someone else wrote, "#Raanjhanaa / #Ambikapathy gets a beautiful twist with a new AI-generated climax & it's so realistic, it hits right in the feels. Kundan is alive... and so is our love for this timeless story. AI just gave fans the closure they always wanted."

War 2 Telugu song with Kiara bikini show BEATS COOLIE / Did Aamir save the theatres or himself ?

 Coolie‘s recently released Telugu version of the hit track “Powerhouse” has ignited backlash online, catching the makers off guard. While the Tamil original had gone viral across South India as a powerful anthem, the Telugu rendition is being slammed for lacking the same fiery energy. Listeners say the lyrics and delivery don’t match the vibe that made the original a sensation.

However The first single of War 2 is titled Oopiri Ooyalaga in Telugu, and it strikes the right chord with audiences. 

Oopiri Ooyalaga is a beautifully composed song. This romantic love track will certainly help boost the movie’s buzz among audiences. Audio plays a major role in building hype for a movie, and it seems like the War sequel has a highly promising album. The song features the must-have hook step and Kiara Advani looking amazing in her bikini, teasing her fans with oozing. The song also features Hrithik Roshan, and his chemistry with Kiara is cute. But actress' hot bikini avatar has grabbed everyone's attention. The fans can't stop praising how hot Kiara is looking in the track.

 

Amazon parcels arriving at customers’ homes are being wrapped in Coolie-themed posters, featuring Rajinikanth alongside other stars like Nagarjuna or Aamir Khan, depending on the region. This move brings the film directly into everyday life and is already trending online. If Sun Pictures’ campaign succeeds, the Amazon parcel strategy might become a new blueprint for Indian film promotion.

 This initiative signifies a strategic pivot by Sun Pictures toward digital marketing. After ending its alliance with Netflix, the studio has embraced Amazon Prime Video for distribution. Reports suggest that Coolie’s OTT rights have been sold for around ₹120 crores, matching record deals in Tamil cinema like Leo. Upcoming Sun Pictures films like Jailer 2 will also debut on Amazon. With a pan-Indian cast that includes Shruti Haasan, Pooja Hegde, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, and Sathyaraj, Coolie is positioned as a major multi-language blockbuster. Industry analysts are projecting potential global earnings of ₹1000 crore, fueled in part by this bold marketing and record-breaking OTT deal

SHOCKER ; Aamir Khan Sitare Zamee Par on YouTube for Rs 100

 In shocker to OTT platforms and TV satellite channels. Aamir Khan did what he said would do after sucessful run of his film Sitare Zameen Par in Theatres . As he is the main actor and Producer, it was possible. Otherwise this rights called Digital rights is taken as part of actor;s salary along with cash in South. If sold he would have got Rs 125 crores upfront. The YOUTUBE viewer who watches the film will have to pay Rs 100 per view.

Here are the biggest OTT deal prices offered to Bollywood films.

1. Dunki: 155 crore
2. Love And War: 130 crore | Singham Again: 130 crore
3. Jawan: 120 crore | Animal: 120 crore
4. Pathaan: 100 crore
5. Sikandar: 85 crore

Netizens shared pics of Aamir Khan photographed with Turkey’s First Lady Emine Erdogan back in 2020 during his visit.

It is known that during Operation Sindoor, Turkey sent arms and ammunitions and its army personnel to Pakistan. Netizens are also angry that Aamir Khan did not come in support of Operation Sindoor except for a tweet just ahead of the film's trailer launch.

Netizens reacted in the following way.

Social media users have been campaigning against Aamir Khan and calling for his latest film's boycott by calling him a friend of Turkey.

"He who is a friend of Turkey is a traitor to the country, the stars are on the ground, he has to be brought down to earth," said a user on X in Hindi.

"Remember when Aamir Khan had gone to Turkey & Met the Turkish First Lady?? So Now you know what has to be done with his latest movie Sitare Zameen Par," another user posted on X, sharing their video.

Commenting on the launch, Actor-Producer Aamir Khan stated, "For the past 15 years I have been struggling with the challenge of how to reach audiences who do not have geographical access to theatres, or those who are unable to make it to theatres for various reasons. Finally the time for the perfect storm has come. With our government bringing in UPI and India becoming no 1 in the world in electronic payments, with internet penetration in India having grown dramatically and growing everyday, and with YouTube being on most devices, we can finally reach vast sections of people in India, and a significant part of the world. My dream is that Cinema should reach everyone at a reasonable and affordable price. I want people to have the ease of watching Cinema when they want, where they want. If this idea works, Creative voices can tell different stories breaking geographical and other barriers. This will also be a great opportunity for younger creative people entering the field of Cinema. If this idea works, then I see this as a win-win for all.”

Gunjan Soni, Country Managing Director, YouTube India, highlighted the strategic significance of this partnership. "The digital launch of Sitaare Zameen Par exclusively on YouTube underscores a significant step towards democratizing Indian film distribution at a global scale. YouTube is already a key digital destination for premium content, and we’re excited to offer filmmakers and content owners not only our unparalleled digital reach but also the control and flexibility to meet their audiences where they are. Today's launch is far more than a release - YouTube is laying out the red carpet for Indian cinema to stride onto the global stage.”

In India, approximately 476 million active users watch YouTube, making it the country with the largest YouTube audience. This is significantly more than the second-largest market, the United States, which has around 238 million users, according to DemandSage. 

YouTube has a massive reach in India, with 4 out of 5 internet users aged 18+ accessing the platform. This includes users in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities and villages, expanding access to films beyond traditional avenues. Films like "Sitaare Zameen Par"  which  delivered directly to this large audience, primarily via mobile phones, which are popular in remote areas is testing new waters. If the revenue from YT exceeds that OTT + TV rights offer, the streaming giants would be in trouble. To reach even broader and newer audiences in India and globally, Sitaare Zameen Par will offer subtitles and dubs in key languages.

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Vijay Sethupathi sexual favours demand exposed / Kannada film set to sweep India

 

Just as Vijay Sethupathi Thalaivan Thalaivi became a hit and became his biggest grosser, a twitter post allges that the actor had been using girls promising roles and also money. The post created a shock and is now deleted as the girl who posted this says that the victim is now in a rehabilitation home and intention was to put such media created Demi Gods in right light.

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I shared that tweet out of frustration and to vent. Didn’t expect it to get this much attention. Getting too many enquiries about it now. Out of concern for her privacy and wellbeing I’ve decided to take it down. Hope that’s respected.

An X user (Formerly Twitter) Ramya Mohan has accused Vijay Sethupathi of serious casting couch and drug allegations. In a thread on Twitter, the woman wrote that casting couch and drug abuse was not a joke, and further went on to claim a that women from media was pushed into this world against her consent, and that she was in rehabilitation now.

The user then accused Vijay Sethupathi of offering her 2 lakhs for various kinds of favours and 50 thousands for “drives” and claimed that the actor acts like a “saint on social media”. The user also claimed that Vijay Sethupathi has used the woman in question for many years, and that drug nexus was real. She added that the actor’s image had been whitewashed in the media. Ramya Mohan claimed that there were many women, and blamed some people for questioning the victims everytime. She also wrote that the family was shocked to learn this through the woman’s diary and phone chats.

Su From So, a Kannada horror-comedy drama produced by Raj B Shetty under Lighter Buddha Films and directed by JP Thumminad, is rewriting box office rules. What began with a single premiere in Mangaluru, followed by Shivamogga and Mysuru, quickly snowballed into 28 preview shows across Karnataka before its theatrical release on July 25.

Since then, the film has been unstoppable. With packed houses and roaring footfalls from all corners of the state, Su From So has sold over 3.80 lakh tickets in just three days. Remarkably, it became the first Kannada film in ages to secure 72 early morning shows on a Sunday, all running to full houses—even on weekdays.

In a time when Kannada cinema was witnessing a lull, Su From So emerged as a much-needed silver lining. The team has managed to gross ₹7 crore in just three days, purely based on strong word of mouth.

Even more interesting is the demand, it’s rare to see a film expanding its shows every day and yet cinema-goers continue to struggle to find tickets. Relying solely on its content, Su From So is now breaking beyond Karnataka's borders.

Demand across South Indian languages, to release overseas on August 1

On August 1, the film will release in Kerala under the same title. Supported by Dulquer Salmaan, the distribution will be handled by his Wayfarer Films, ensuring a wide release across the state. The film is also headed north as Anil Thadani's AA Films, known for releasing South Indian giants like Kantara, KGF, and Pushpa, will distribute the Kannada version of Su From So across North India.

Cities like Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, Hyderabad, Delhi, and Punjab are already screening limited shows, which are running to packed houses. There’s now growing demand for Tamil and Telugu dubbed versions, with dubbing currently in progress. Meanwhile, global audiences can gear up for the international release. Through Phars Film, Su From So is set to release in the USA, Australia, Dubai, and other international markets starting August 1.