Nikhila Vimal dance with Dilip creates a storm / Rajini Jailer 2 in Kerala / Mammootty - STR in news

 

Nikhila Vimal ( Kidaari, Thambi, Por Thozil , Vaazhai ) shaking a leg with Dilip at a stage show in Doha, Qatar. Has angered many of her fans and movie goers. In her interviews she comes across as a girl with strong ideals and minces no words. Her family is a leftist one and her father was a Naxalite. Her joing with Dilip an accussed in a the actress assault case has angered many online. Her major role came in Love 24x7 (2015), in which she was paired with Dileep, played the role of Kabini, a trainee reporter, directed by Sreebala K Menon who happened to be an associate director in Bhagyadevatha. Dilip case happened in 2017.

While their video dancing to the song Karthave Nee Kalpichappol from the movie Christian Brothers went viral, it started getting backlash from netizens in no time. Many called out Nikhila for sharing the stage with Dileep, who is among the accused in the Malayalam actor assault case from 2017.

Many took to X and reacted to the video. One user wrote, "This just enraged me in particular because this man is accused of a particularly vile crime." Another one added, "Nikhila Vimal is a thug only in front of nobody interviews. A looking coward and an enabler now, what else?"

A furious netizen commented, "how the f is this sex pest still getting platformed and everyone including 'outspoken' nikhila vimal happily dancing with him as if nothing happened?"

 

Jailer 2 starring Rajinikanth in the lead is an upcoming sequel action written and directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, and produced by Sun Pictures. MovieCrow learns that the makers are currently planning a shooting schedule in Kerala, where massive sets are in the works of being erected. Jailer 2's Kerala schedule begins on April 10, 2025 at Attappadi. Rajinikanth’s portions for the Kerala schedule are expected to be completed within 15 to 20 days.  (moviecrow)

Mammootty will be back  in Kochi before Bazooka release on April 10 th and will take part in promotions. He is expected to visit the FDFS at 6 AM. Mahesh Narayanan film set work is going on and Mammootty will join the uunit after Vishnu.

Dragon fame Director Ashwin is directing STR for AGS Productions. Ashwath Marimuthu (who directed the blockbuster Oh My Kadavule) is gonna and Dragon is to direct Simbu in his third film. AGS will be bankrolling the film and possibly Yuvan Shankar Raja or Anirudh Ashwath is a huge fan of Simbu and he brought back the vintage look of STR.  Adhik Ravichandar and Ashwath Marimuthu bringing the vintage style and image of their idols Ajith and Simbu respectively. Will they join the lines of Atlee (Theri, Mersal), Karthik Subbaraj (Petta), Lokesh Kanakaraj (Vikram) with a perfect fanboy tribute to their idols or will they join Directors Siva (Annatha), Nelson (Beast) in terms of ruining their idols with crappy and haphazard screenplay. Let’s wait and watch!! Asks AROK

RSS put cowdung on Mammootty posters to help Mohanlal / Rahman- Ram Charan combo record price

 

When Sangha Parivar is mad with Mohanlal  after Empuran, Producer Allepy Ashraf flashback tells us the days when RSS shakas in Kerala were told by none other than Advanji to boost Mohanlal through their shakas. This boosting led to Mammootty’s film posters across the State being smeared with cowdung and people booing inside theatres. Finally a truce was arrive with Suresh Kumar ( Keerthy Suresh’s father) a close pal of Mohanlal being approached by Mammootty to call of the RSS attack. It was after that Mammootty’s posters and FDFS in theatres were spared. Ashraf says that  L K Advani had come to Trivandrum for a RSS function and his hospitality was with film people. Advani was told that Mammootty was No 1 and with a help from RSS shakas , Lal at No 2 could overtake him. Advani immediately called RSS Chief and told to boost Lal.

According to reports, Ram Charn’s PEDDI’s music rights were acquired by T-Series for a staggering ₹35 crores, setting a new benchmark in Telugu cinema. The agreement includes audio rights across all languages. This massive deal underscores the film’s hype and the audience’s expectations, especially with A.R. Rahman composing the soundtrack. (after Doctor, Don, Amaran) to reach 100 crores. Hopefully Japanese audience like this film. Will SK become a household name in Japan like his idol Rajinikanth??
The movie PEDDI shall be jointly produced through the auspices of Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writing, with Buchy Babu Sana directing it. The other producer of this film is Venkata Satish Kilaru from Vriddhi Cinemas.

With Rahman’s association, fans are eagerly waiting to experience the film’s music. His first-time collaboration with Ram Charan has become a major talking point, and industry insiders believe that the soundtrack will be a game-changer.

Prithviraj’s daughter Alankrita who sang for her Dad’s film L2 Empuran got from Music Director Deepak Dev  a set of Harry Potter toys. She had liked J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World novels. Along with the gifts, he also gave her flowers, a gesture he knew would be appreciated, thanks to his experience as a father of two daughters. The idea of getting Harry Potter toys had actually come from Prithviraj.

The recording was held in a Mumbai studio, with Deepak and Prithviraj joining via Zoom call. Deepak remarked that she was truly her father’s daughter, as she instinctively understood how to convey emotions. He only needed to mention a  feeling once, and she grasped it immediately, delivering effortlessly. In the theme song she only sang a single word twice, its impact on the audience was huge.

Mammootty's Brahmayugam in UK University syllabus / Anupam Kher joins Prabhas

Mammootty’s Brahmayugam has been included in UK University curriculum as per a video put out by a UK student. It shows the classroom where the film’s sound design has even been compared to the Dementors’ death rattle from Harry Potter, The authencity of the video is not known but some actors m Director and music director have shared this on their Instagram. Producers are keeping mum on it. The entire horror unfolds within and around this eerie mansion, in which the Boss Mammootty along with a cook stays and in comes a character and setting the stage for the film’s chilling atmosphere. See ; Video link https://youtu.be/HNBmtiSM9CM

Riding high on the massive success of his recent blockbusters, Salaar and Kalki 2898 AD, Rebel Star Prabhas is presently starring in the exciting new venture, directed by the creative director Hanu Raghavapudi. The film produced by the renowned Pan-India studio Mythri Movie Makers promises to be a grand spectacle, brimming with larger-than-life elements. The latest update is that Bollywood legend Anupam Kher is on board for a very important role. The news was shared by the actor himself. Known for his selective approach to roles, Anupam called the film's script "amazing" and was excited to share screen space with Prabhas. He also praised the director, Hanu Raghavapudi, for his talent. "What more can one ask for in life?" Anupam said. “ANNOUNCEMENT: Delighted to announce my 544th untitled film with the #Bahubali of #IndianCinema, the one and only #Prabhas! The film is directed by the incredibly talented @hanurpudi and produced by the wonderful team at @MythriOfficial! My dear friend and brilliant #SudeepChatterjee is the #DoP! कमाल की कहानी है!! और क्या चाहिए लाइफ में दोस्तों! जय हो! ” reads Anupem Kher’s statement. This film marks the first-ever collaboration between Prabhas, Hanu Raghavapudi, and Mythri Movie Makers. This Historical fiction/ Alternate History set in the 1940’s is the tale of a warrior who rose from the shadows, emerging from a society that believed war was the only answer to the buried injustices and forgotten truths that history kept hidden from the world. Imanvi is the lead actress opposite Prabhas in the movie, while the yesteryear eminent actors Mithun Chakraborty and Jaya Prada play pivotal roles. The movie is to be mounted on a high budget with lavish production values and world-class technical standards. Naveen Yerneni and Y Ravi Shankar will bankroll the project which will have a team of leading technicians taking care of different crafts. Sudeep Chatterjee ISC cranks the camera, while Vishal Chandrasekhar provides the music. Anil Vilas Jadhav handles the production design, whereas Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao is the editor. The film’s shoot is presently underway. Cast: Prabhas, Imanvi, Mithun Chakraborty, Jaya Prada and others. Technical Crew: Writer, Director: Hanu Raghavapudi Banner: Mythri Movie Makers Producers: Naveen Yerneni and Y Ravi Shankar DOP: Sudeep Chatterjee ISC Music: Vishal Chandrasekhar Production designer : Anil Vilas Jadhav Editor: Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao Lyrics : Krishna Kanth Costume Designers: Sheetal Iqbal Sharma, T Vijay Bhaskar VFX: RC Kamala Kannan Publicity Designers: Anil-Bhanu PRO: Yuvraaj Marketing: First Show

Yash unhappy with Kiara after Toxic shoot / Gautham Vasudev Menon Malayalam film fails / GVP Kingston single

After a long stint of shooting in Mumbai, Yash who went through the footage is unhappy with outcome. He feels that Kiara Advani has not delivered the goods. This news reported by Amar Ujala the Hindi magazine aboy latest development from sets of Toxic is followed by reports that Yash is pushing off to Ramayanana Hindi shoot and Toxic has been put on hold. Nayanthara is already on board. Will her portions get increased ? Geethu Mohandas the Director has time to decide. Yash has asked for a reshoot it seems ?

Gautham Vasudev Menon is an iconic Director in South and especially to the youth. His pairing with Mamootty for a Malayalam film was seen like that of him directing Kamal Haasan ( Vettaiyadi Vilayudu). So Dominic and the ladies Purse has been released. It is neither a GVM or a Mammooty film. Secondly the climax is no shocker. We have seen it before. GVM says that he did not want to use the regular template of a cop thriller movie. His experimentation has backfired and the film Producer Mammootty Kampany is struggling to ward of a disaster. GVM informs that he will do filmd written by Vetrimaaran and Jeyamohan. More experimentations. • So far, it has completed 9 days in theatres but the collection is yet to hit the 20 crore mark at the worldwide box office. Collections : India net- 8.03 crores • India gross- 9.47 crores • Overseas gross- 7.05 crores • Worldwide gross- 16.52 crores

G.V. Prakash Kumar’s ‘Kingston’ First Single Track is Out Now! GV Prakash, who has proved his prodigious caliber as a reigning music director, playback singer, star actor and producer is all set to enthral the film lovers with his upcoming film ‘Kingston’, a first-of-its-kind sea fantasy adventure, featuring him in the lead role. The film’s first single ‘Raasa Raasa’ and its lyrical video has been released now. The film is directed by debut filmmaker Kamal Prakash, featuring a promising star-cast including G.V. Prakash Kumar, Divya Bharathi, Azhagam Perumal, ‘Merku Thodarchi Malai’ fame Antony, Chetan, Kumaravel, Sabumon and many others. The cinematography of the film is handled by Gokul Benoy, while the dialogues are being crafted by Dhivek. The editing is managed by San Lokesh. Key technical contributors include S.S. Moorthy in the art department and Dhilip Subbarayan overseeing stunts, among others. This sea fantasy adventure film, set against a coastal landscape, is produced on a big budget by Zee Studios in association with Parallel Universe Pictures. Dinesh Guna is the creative producer of this film, which has already wrapped up with its shooting work. Currently, the postproduction phase is progressing at the perfect momentum. The film’s teaser that was recently released garnered wonderful response from all the places scaling more than 5 Million views within a short span of time. With the film all set for the worldwide theatrical release on March 7, the makers have unveiled the first single ‘Raasa Raasa’ along with the lyrical video. Yugabharathi has penned the poetic lyrics for this song, which is crooned by the film’s music director and lead actor - G.V. Prakash Kumar himself along with Sublashini. The melodious song has captured the hearts of music lovers, thereby gaining phenomenal response. https://youtu.be/pu_4BrmUZIs