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South Indian Cinema: News

23 Feb 2026
Anirudh Ravichander

'Paradise': Nani roars like never before in 'Aaya Sher' promo

The makers of the highly anticipated action entertainer, The Paradise, have released a promo for the electrifying song Aaya Sher.

22 Feb 2026
Samantha Ruth Prabhu

Samantha's 'Maa Inti Bangaaram' to release on May 15

Samantha Ruth Prabhu has announced the release date of her upcoming Telugu film, Maa Inti Bangaaram.

22 Feb 2026
Rishab Shetty

Rishab Shetty's 'Jai Hanuman' finally goes on floors

The mythological film Jai Hanuman, starring Rishab Shetty as Lord Hanuman, has officially begun production.

22 Feb 2026
Yash

Sanjeeda Shaikh joins star-studded cast of Yash's 'Toxic'

The much-anticipated film Toxic, starring Kannada superstar Yash, has added another name to its star-studded female cast.

22 Feb 2026
Tanishk Bagchi

Yash's 'Toxic' seals landmark deal with Zee Music Company

The upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, starring Kannada superstar Yash, has secured a landmark music rights deal with Zee Music Company.

22 Feb 2026
Prabhas

Prabhas to collaborate with 'Raja Saab' makers again?

Despite the commercial failure of The Raja Saab, actor Prabhas is set to collaborate with People Media Factory again.

22 Feb 2026
Jr NTR

'Devara 2' script locked, shooting to begin in May: Report

The much-anticipated sequel to Jr NTR's Devara, titled Devara 2, is reportedly set to go on floors in May 2026.

21 Feb 2026
Huma Qureshi

'Toxic' poster: Yash's blood-soaked look steals the show

The makers of Toxic recently released a new poster featuring Yash as a younger version of himself.

21 Feb 2026
Anirudh Ravichander

'KH X RK' promo: Rajinikanth-Kamal Haasan reunite for gangster film

The highly-anticipated film KH X RK, featuring two of South cinema's biggest stars, Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth, is finally happening.

20 Feb 2026
AR Rahman

'Veera Raja...Veera': Rahman agrees to share credit after SC order

According to Live Law, music composer AR Rahman has agreed to acknowledge the Junior Dagar brothers for their contribution to the song Veera Raja Veera from the Tamil film Ponniyin Selvan II.

'Jana Nayagan' faces this new hurdle in release

Thalapathy Vijay's upcoming film Jana Nayagan is facing another hurdle in its release journey.

19 Feb 2026
Prabhas

Prabhas's 'Baka' reportedly shelved; actor walks out of project

Telugu filmmaker Prasanth Varma is reportedly facing a rough patch as his mythological project Baka with superstar Prabhas has been put on hold.

19 Feb 2026
Pawan Kalyan

'Ustaad Bhagat Singh': Pawan Kalyan starrer's runtime revealed

The much-anticipated film Ustaad Bhagat Singh, starring Pawan Kalyan and directed by Harish Shankar, is reportedly set to have a runtime of approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.

19 Feb 2026
Kiara Advani

'Toxic': New poster reveals Yash starrer to drop teaser soon

The much-anticipated film Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, starring Yash and Kiara Advani, will have its teaser released on Friday, February 20.

19 Feb 2026
Hyderabad

Priyanka Chopra Jonas calls SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' 'career-defining'

Priyanka Chopra Jonas is set to make her grand return to Indian cinema with the upcoming film Varanasi, directed by SS Rajamouli.

19 Feb 2026
Anirudh Ravichander

Rajinikanth-Kamal Haasan's 'Thalaivar174xKH238' title reveal set for this date

Tamil cinema icons Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan are joining hands for a new film, tentatively titled Thalaivar174xKH238.

18 Feb 2026
Harry Potter

'Tumbbad 2' adds 'Godzilla' artist, 'Harry Potter' designer to crew

The sequel to the critically acclaimed film Tumbbad is set to raise the bar with its international talent.

18 Feb 2026
Chiranjeevi

Chiranjeevi pens emotional note for wife Surekha on her birthday

Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi has penned a heartfelt note for his wife, Surekha Konidala, on her birthday.

18 Feb 2026
Dhanush

'To stir transformation...': Nithya Menen launches production house Keyuri Productions

Acclaimed actor Nithya Menen has launched her own production house, Keyuri Productions. The announcement was made through her social media handles where she shared her vision for the new venture.

18 Feb 2026
Mahesh Babu

Is Kichcha Sudeep joining Rajamouli's 'Varanasi'?

The upcoming film Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, has generated fresh buzz amid reports that Kannada actor Kichcha Sudeep may also be joining the cast.

18 Feb 2026
Box Office

Yash's 'Toxic' plot leaked online; film rated 18+

The much-anticipated film Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, starring Yash and directed by Geetu Mohandas, has had its plot details revealed.

18 Feb 2026
Nayanthara

Nayanthara to join Balakrishna-Gopichand Malineni's film shoot in March

Nandamuri Balakrishna, who has been maintaining a low profile since the failure of his last film Akhanda 2, is gearing up for his next project with director Gopichand Malineni, reported OTTPlay.

17 Feb 2026
Mahesh Babu

Mahesh Babu in talks for Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Devil'

Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu is in talks with director Sandeep Reddy Vanga for a new project titled Devil, reported 123 Telugu.

17 Feb 2026
Supreme Court Of India

Actor Pratyusha death case: SC rules out murder

The Supreme Court ruled out murder by strangulation in the 2002 death of Telugu actor Pratyusha on Tuesday.

16 Feb 2026
Anirudh Ravichander

Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' delayed to August 2026?

Superstar Rajinikanth has returned to Chennai after wrapping up the shoot for Jailer 2, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar.

16 Feb 2026
Prabhas

Prabhas sustains minor injury while shooting for 'Fauzi': Reports

Telugu superstar Prabhas reportedly sustained a minor hand injury while shooting for his upcoming film, Fauzi.

16 Feb 2026
Suriya

Suriya's 'Karuppu' to release after Tamil Nadu elections

RJ Balaji, the director of the upcoming Tamil film Karuppu, has announced that the movie will be released after the state assembly elections in Tamil Nadu this summer.

16 Feb 2026
Mohanlal

Director announces first schedule wrap of Mohanlal's 'L366'

Malayalam director Tharun Moorthy has announced the completion of the first schedule of his upcoming film, tentatively titled #L366.

16 Feb 2026
Yash

Yash's 'Toxic' not delayed; clash with 'Dhurandhar 2' confirmed

Despite rumors of a potential delay, Yash's upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy-Tale for Grown-Ups will stick to its March 19 release date.

15 Feb 2026
Ram Charan

Ram Charan signs another film with 'Peddi' director?

RRR actor Ram Charan is currently busy with his upcoming sports drama Peddi, directed by Buchi Babu Sana.

15 Feb 2026
Ravi Teja

Priya Bhavani Shankar joins Ravi Teja in 'Irumudi'

Actor Priya Bhavani Shankar (36) has been roped in to play the female lead opposite Ravi Teja (58) in their upcoming film, Irumudi.

15 Feb 2026
Mammootty

Roshan Mathew's 'Chatha Pacha' to hit Netflix on February 19

The Malayalam action-comedy Chatha Pacha, starring Arjun Ashokan and Roshan Mathew, is set to make its digital debut on Netflix on February 19.

14 Feb 2026
Anirudh Ravichander

'DC' promo: Lokesh Kanagaraj promises a bloody love story

On Saturday, the makers of director Arun Matheswaran's upcoming film DC unveiled a special promo to celebrate Valentine's Day.

14 Feb 2026
Dhanush

Dhanush faces ₹20cr notice from production house over film delay

Tamil actor and filmmaker Dhanush is facing a legal dispute with Thenandal Films, a prominent production house.

14 Feb 2026
Fahadh Faasil

Saurabh Sachdeva joins Fahadh Faasil in 'Don't Trouble The Trouble'

Bollywood actor Saurabh Sachdeva is the latest addition to the cast of Fahadh Faasil's upcoming Telugu film Don't Trouble The Trouble.

13 Feb 2026
Ram Charan

Ram Charan, Upasana reveal names of newborn twins

Telugu film star Ram Charan and his wife, entrepreneur-philanthropist Upasana Konidela, have named their newborn twins.

12 Feb 2026
Allu Arjun

Allu Arjun, Fahadh Faasil lead Filmfare South nominations 

The nominations for the 70th Filmfare South Awards, honoring Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada films released in 2024, were unveiled recently.

12 Feb 2026
Dulquer Salmaan

Jagapathi Babu joins Dulquer Salmaan-Pooja Hegde's 'DQ41'

Tollywood veteran Jagapathi Babu has joined the cast of the upcoming romantic entertainer DQ41, starring Dulquer Salmaan and Pooja Hegde.

12 Feb 2026
Yash

Anil Thadani to distribute Yash's 'Toxic' in North India, Nepal

In a significant development for the upcoming film Toxic, AA Films has acquired the theatrical distribution rights for North India and Nepal.

'Jana Nayagan' producers withdraw HC plea against CBFC

The producers of Jana Nayagan, starring actor-politician Vijay, have withdrawn their legal challenge against the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

09 Feb 2026
Anirudh Ravichander

Arun Matheswaran confirmed to direct Dhanush-starrer Ilaiyaraaja biopic

Director Arun Matheswaran (Captain Miller) will be helming the much-anticipated biopic on music maestro Ilaiyaraaja.

09 Feb 2026
Prakash Raj

'Nonsense speculations': Prakash Raj responds to 'Spirit' exit rumors

Actor Prakash Raj has dismissed rumors that he has left the upcoming film Spirit due to creative differences with director Sandeep Reddy Vanga.

08 Feb 2026
Devi Sri Prasad

'RC 17' 1st look dropping on Ram Charan's birthday?

The much-anticipated film RC17, starring Ram Charan and directed by Pushpa fame Sukumar, is generating immense buzz.

08 Feb 2026
Prithviraj Sukumaran

It's a wrap! Prithviraj Sukumaran completes 'I, Nobody' shoot

Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran has completed shooting for his upcoming film I, Nobody, directed by Nissam Basheer.

08 Feb 2026
Venkatesh Daggubati

Anil Ravipudi-Venkatesh's drama to start filming in July: Report

Director Anil Ravipudi, who recently delivered a blockbuster with Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, is set to collaborate with actor Venkatesh once again.

08 Feb 2026
Boney Kapoor

Boney Kapoor buys remake rights of Jiiva's 'Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil'

Acclaimed Indian filmmaker Boney Kapoor has acquired the remake rights of the Tamil film Thalaivar Thambi Thalimaiyil (TTT), reported Times Now.

08 Feb 2026
Netflix

Naveen Polishetty's 'Anaganaga Oka...' to hit Netflix on February 11

The Telugu rural political comedy-drama Anaganaga Oka Raju, starring Naveen Polishetty and Meenakshi Chaudhary, will make its digital debut on Netflix on February 11, 2026.

07 Feb 2026
Pawan Kalyan

Pawan Kalyan, Surender Reddy's film to release on Sankranti 2027?

Actor-politician Pawan Kalyan is reportedly eyeing a grand festive release for his upcoming movie with director Surender Reddy.

07 Feb 2026
Mohanlal

Mohanlal, producer Antony Perumbavoor exonerated in 2007 film dispute case

The Kozhikode Additional Sessions Court-V has dismissed a criminal revision petition against actor Mohanlal and producer Antony Perumbavoor, reported The Hindu.

07 Feb 2026
Anime

SS Rajamouli confirms plans for 'RRR' anime version

Acclaimed filmmaker SS Rajamouli is in talks with Japanese studios for an anime continuation of his blockbuster film RRR.

06 Feb 2026
SS Rajamouli

IMAX responds to Rajamouli IMAX screening demand for 'Varanasi'

SS Rajamouli, the acclaimed director of the Baahubali franchise, recently revealed that his upcoming film Varanasi has been shot entirely in the IMAX-compatible 1.43:1 format.

06 Feb 2026
Chennai

Actor Jayaram summoned by ED in Sabarimala gold 'loss' case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned actor Jayaram for questioning in the Sabarimala gold "loss" case, officials confirmed on Friday.

06 Feb 2026
Malayalam

Malayalam actor Maniyanpilla Raju involved in hit-and-run accident

Veteran Malayalam actor Maniyanpilla Raju was involved in a hit-and-run accident in Thiruvananthapuram on Thursday night.

04 Feb 2026
Hyderabad

PM Modi's biopic 'Maa Vande' wraps 1st schedule in Hyderabad

The much-awaited biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, titled Maa Vande, has completed its first shooting schedule in Hyderabad.

04 Feb 2026
Mahesh Babu

Mahesh Babu reveals intense training for SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi'

Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu is all set to play Rudra in SS Rajamouli's upcoming film Varanasi.

04 Feb 2026
Abhinay Deo

Adivi Sesh-Mrunal Thakur's 'Dacoit' release date rescheduled

The release of the much-anticipated film Dacoit, starring Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, has been pushed from March 19 to April 10, reported Bollywood Hungama.

04 Feb 2026
Mahesh Babu

Rajamouli says 'Varanasi' shot in IMAX to capture grand vision

Acclaimed filmmaker SS Rajamouli recently revealed that his upcoming film, Varanasi, was shot in IMAX format to capture its grand scale and vision.

04 Feb 2026
Mahesh Babu

Priyanka Chopra asked for THIS one thing before joining 'Varanasi'

Priyanka Chopra Jonas is all set to return to Indian cinema after a six-year hiatus with the upcoming film Varanasi.

03 Feb 2026
Abhishek Banerjee

Netflix reveals intense teaser for R Madhavan's 'Legacy'

Netflix has announced a new Tamil series titled Legacy, starring R Madhavan, Abhishek Banerjee, Nimisha Sajayan, Gautham Karthik, and Gulshan Devaiah.