South Indian Cinema: News
Basil Joseph to direct Allu Arjun's next?
Malayalam filmmaker Basil Joseph is reportedly set to direct Allu Arjun's upcoming 25th film, tentatively titled AA25.
Naga Chaitanya open to Bollywood offers despite 'Laal Singh...' failure
Telugu actor Naga Chaitanya, who made his Hindi film debut with Aamir Khan-starrer Laal Singh Chaddha in 2022, has not yet signed another Bollywood project.
Sree Vishnu's 'Mrithyunjay' to hit Netflix on April 3
The Telugu film Mrithyunjay, starring Sree Vishnu and directed by Hussain Sha Kiran, will be released on Netflix on April 3, 2026.
Akshaye Khanna's 'Mahakali' to release in both Telugu, Hindi
Akshaye Khanna, who recently made a successful comeback with Dhurandhar, will soon be seen in the Telugu film Mahakali.
Prabhas to make a special appearance in 'Mahakali'?
The upcoming mythological film Mahakali, created by Prasanth Varma, might feature a special appearance by superstar Prabhas.
Chiranjeevi's 'Vishwambhara': Makers to finally release trailer soon?
The much-anticipated fantasy entertainer Vishwambhara, starring megastar Chiranjeevi, appears to be finally edging closer to release.
Vignesh Shivan's 'Love Insurance Kompany' pushed to April 10
The release of director Vignesh Shivan's much-awaited romantic drama Love Insurance Kompany (LIK) has been pushed to April 10.
'Mahakali': Director shares Akshaye Khanna's BTS photo as Shukracharya
On Saturday, director-producer Prasanth Varma wished actor Akshaye Khanna a happy 51st birthday.
CBFC clears 'Vaazha 2' with U/A certificate
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the upcoming Malayalam film Vaazha 2 for release with a U/A certificate.
Delhi HC provides interim protection for Mohanlal's personality rights
The Delhi High Court indicated it will issue interim directions safeguarding Malayalam superstar Mohanlal's personality rights.
'Dhurandhar 2' beats 'Jawan,' 'Pathaan,' eyes 'Pushpa 2'
Aditya Dhar's latest spy thriller, Dhurandhar 2, has raked in a whopping ₹674.12 crore net at the Indian box office so far, as per Sacnilk.
Why SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' will be split into 2 parts
SS Rajamouli has reportedly decided on a two-part release for his upcoming film Varanasi.
Dhanush starrer 'Kara': Jayaram's 1st look as Muthu Selvan revealed
The makers of Kara, the upcoming action entertainer starring Dhanush, have unveiled the first look of actor Jayaram as Muthu Selvan.
'KD: The Devil' announces Kichcha Sudeep's casting with new poster
Kannada superstar Kichcha Sudeep has been roped in for the upcoming period gangster film KD: The Devil, directed by Prem.
Abhishek Nama's 'Nagabandham' starring Virat Karrna to release in July
The much-anticipated mythological action drama Nagabandham, directed by Abhishek Nama and featuring Virat Karrna and Jagapathi Babu, will be released worldwide on July 3.
Chiranjeevi thanks doctor who treated son Ram Charan's injury
Megastar Chiranjeevi recently took to social media to express his gratitude toward Dr. Sudhakar Prasad, the Hyderabad-based doctor who performed "a timely and skillful surgery" on his son and actor Ram Charan's eyelid after he suffered an injury while filming for Peddi.
Veteran Malayalam actor-director EA Rajendran dies at 71
Veteran Malayalam actor and director EA Rajendran passed away on Thursday morning at his residence in Pattathanam, Kollam, at the age of 71.
Mohanlal's 'Drishyam 2' to hit screens ahead of 'Drishyam 3'
Mohanlal's acclaimed thriller Drishyam 2, directed by Jeethu Joseph, is set for a theatrical release on April 10, 2026.
AIADMK spokesperson calls out Kamal Haasan, Vijay ahead of election
Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections on April 23, All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) spokesperson Kovai Sathyan has taken a dig at actors-turned-politicians Kamal Haasan and Vijay.
'KD' director denies 'Sarke Chunar' controversy being a publicity stunt
The song Sarke Chunar from the film KD: The Devil has been mired in controversy, with criticism of its lyrics and a reported fatwa against actor Nora Fatehi.
Ram Charan sustains injury amid 'Peddi' shoot, continues filming
Telugu superstar Ram Charan was injured while shooting for an action scene in his upcoming sports film Peddi on Tuesday, reported Hindustan Times.
'Kara': See Mamitha Baiju's new look in Dhanush starrer
The much-anticipated film Kara, featuring Dhanush and Mamitha Baiju, is set to hit theaters on April 30.
When will Mohanlal's 'Drishyam 3' release after the unexpected postponement?
The release of the Malayalam film Drishyam 3, starring Mohanlal as Georgekutty, has been postponed.
'Dacoit': Adivi Sesh was 'constantly surprised' by co-star Anurag Kashyap
Actor-director-writer Adivi Sesh, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film Dacoit, has called director-actor Anurag Kashyap "India's best Hindi dialogue writer."
Karthi's 'Marshal' likely to hit screens on Diwali 2026
Director Tamizh has revealed that his upcoming action entertainer Marshal, starring Karthi in the lead role, is likely to hit screens this Diwali.
Mohanlal confirms leading Priyadarshan's 100th film; shares emotional note
Mohanlal has confirmed his reunion with director Priyadarshan for the latter's 100th film.
OTT: When, where to watch Radikaa Sarathkumar's 'Thaai Kizhavi'
The Tamil rural entertainer Thaai Kizhavi, starring Radikaa Sarathkumar, is reportedly set to premiere on JioHotstar on March 26.
'SK 33': Sundeep Kishan to lead mythological thriller
The production house Shining Pictures, which produced the film Shambhala, has announced its next project with actor Sundeep Kishan.
'Dhurandhar 2': Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam versions certified; runtime revealed
The Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam versions of Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar: The Revenge have received certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), reported Hindustan Times.
Mohanlal's 'Drishyam 3' likely to be postponed: Here's why
The release of the much-anticipated Malayalam film Drishyam 3, starring superstar Mohanlal and directed by Jeethu Joseph, might be postponed, reported IANS.
Pawan Kalyan's 'Ustaad Bhagat...' to hit Netflix in late April?
Pawan Kalyan's latest film, Ustaad Bhagat Singh, directed by Harish Shankar, hit theaters on March 19.
When will Shraddha Das's 'Trikala' release?
The Telugu spiritual supernatural thriller Trikala: Script Of God, directed by Mani Thellagutie and starring Master Mahendran and Shraddha Das, is set to hit theaters on April 24, reported IANS.
Mani Ratnam announces next film with AR Rahman, Vijay Sethupathi
Veteran filmmaker Mani Ratnam has announced his next project.
Adivi Sesh calls 'Dacoit' the most 'character-driven' movie he's done
Actor-writer-director Adivi Sesh, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film Dacoit, has described it as the most character-driven project of his career.
Priyadarshan, ex-wife Lissy reunite after 9 years of divorce
Renowned filmmaker Priyadarshan has reunited with his former wife, actor Lissy, about nine and a half years after their divorce.
Vijay Sethupathi to start shooting Mani Ratnam's movie this summer?
Vijay Sethupathi has confirmed his collaboration with acclaimed director Mani Ratnam for a new project.
Rashmika Mandanna resumes work on 'Mysaa' after wedding to Vijay
Actor Rashmika Mandanna has resumed work on her upcoming film Mysaa after her wedding to actor Vijay Deverakonda.
'Peddi' to feature special song with multiple female actors?
The buzz around the upcoming Telugu film Peddi is growing, with reports suggesting that a special song in the movie may feature multiple A-list female actors.
'Ustaad Bhagat...'s new poster sizzles with Pawan Kalyan, Sreeleela's chemistry
The latest poster of Ustaad Bhagat Singh has been released, showcasing the sizzling chemistry between lead actors Pawan Kalyan and Sreeleela.
Nora Fatehi's 'Sarke Chunar...' lyricist denies writing vulgar lyrics
The song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke from the upcoming film KD: The Devil has come under fire for its allegedly vulgar lyrics.
Nivin Pauly's 'Prathichaya' to clash with 'Drishyam 3'
Malayalam actor Nivin Pauly has announced the release date of his upcoming political thriller Prathichaya.
'Easier to get things done': Milind Soman lauds South cinema
Actor-model Milind Soman recently opened up about his experiences working in the South Indian film industry compared to Bollywood.
Prabhas to collaborate with 'Amaran' director next?
Prabhas, who is currently busy with Hanu Raghavapudi's Fauzi, may soon team up with either Rajkumar Periasamy or Dinjith Ayyathan for his next project.