South Indian Cinema: News
Karnataka HC stays ₹200 cinema ticket price cap
The Karnataka High Court has temporarily stayed the state government's decision to cap film ticket prices at ₹200 across all theaters, including multiplexes.
Who was Makkada Devadas? Life, legacy of Malayalam art director
Makkada Devadas, the legendary art director who shaped the look of Malayalam movies for decades, died on September 21, 2025. He was 78.
'Don 3': 'Kaithi' actor Arjun Das might play the villain
The much-anticipated film Don 3, directed by Farhan Akhtar, is reportedly in advanced talks with actor Arjun Das for the role of the main antagonist.
'Maa Vande' team celebrates Unni Mukundan's birthday with special poster
Actor Unni Mukundan, who is celebrating his 38th birthday on Monday, will be seen playing Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the upcoming biopic Maa Vande.
Mohanlal-Jeethu Joseph's 'Drishyam 3' begins filming
The production of the much-anticipated Malayalam film Drishyam 3, starring Mohanlal and directed by Jeethu Joseph, has officially begun.
Kriti Sanon might join Ram Charan-Sukumar's film: Report
After the success of Rangasthalam, actor Ram Charan is reuniting with director Sukumar for their next project.
Mohanlal's 'Drishyam 3' to begin filming tomorrow
Mohanlal, the lead actor of the Drishyam franchise, has confirmed that Drishyam 3 will go on floors on September 22.
Is 'Lokah' coming to OTT soon? Dulquer Salmaan reveals truth
Dulquer Salmaan, the producer of the blockbuster Malayalam film Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, has quashed rumors about its immediate OTT release.
Script for 'Sarpatta Parambarai 2' is ready: Director Pa Ranjith
Tamil filmmaker Pa Ranjith, who recently directed Vikram in Thangalaan, has confirmed that he will soon begin work on the next part of his hit sports drama Sarpatta Parambarai.
Fahadh's 'Odum Kuthira...' to premiere on Netflix on September 26
The Malayalam film Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira, starring Fahadh Faasil and Kalyani Priyadarshan, will be available on Netflix from September 26, 2025.
'Idli Kadai': Dhanush asks fans not to trust early reviews
Ahead of the release of his next directorial, Idli Kadai, actor-filmmaker Dhanush has urged audiences to be wary of early reviews that flood the internet even before a film's first screening is over.
Mohanlal's 'Hridayapoorvam' faces backlash from doctor over organ transplantation scenes
Dr. Haris Chirackal, the head of the urology department at Government Medical College in Thiruvananthapuram, has criticized Mohanlal's latest film Hridayapoorvam for its portrayal of organ transplantation.
Lakshmi Manchu files complaint against journalist for 'misogynistic' comments
Actor Lakshmi Manchu (47) has lodged a formal complaint against a senior journalist for allegedly making disparaging comments about her dressing style.
Nagarjuna's cult classic 'Siva' to re-release on November 14
Telugu superstar Akkineni Nagarjuna has announced that his 1989 film Siva will be re-released in theaters on November 14, 2025.
'Kalki' director Nag Ashwin once praised 'effortless' Deepika Padukone
Deepika Padukone's recent exit from the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD has left fans puzzled.
Hrithik to launch 'Kantara: Chapter 1' trailer on this date
Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan will unveil the Hindi trailer of Kantara: Chapter 1 on September 22 at 12:45pm.
'Bad Girl': Anurag Kashyap-backed Tamil drama coming soon in Hindi
The acclaimed Tamil film Bad Girl, presented by Vetri Maaran and Anurag Kashyap, will be released in Hindi soon, reported Bollywood Hungama.
'Coolie' release: Prime Video pays tribute to Rajinikanth's 50-year journey
To commemorate the release of the Tamil action thriller Coolie on Prime Video, the streamer has released a unique tribute video celebrating superstar Rajinikanth's 50-year cinematic journey.
Tamil actor-comedian Robo Shankar dies at 46; exploring his career
Tamil comedian and actor Robo Shankar (46) passed away in Chennai on Thursday.
'OG' gets U/A certificate; trailer coming this week
The much-anticipated film They Call Him OG, starring Pawan Kalyan and Emraan Hashmi, has reportedly received a U/A certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Rajinikanth reveals 'Jailer 2' may release next year
Superstar Rajinikanth was recently spotted at an airport, where he revealed that he is currently working on the sequel to his blockbuster film Jailer.
Pawan Kalyan's 'OG': Benefit show's ticket priced at ₹1,000
The Andhra Pradesh government has approved a price hike for the upcoming gangster movie They Call Him OG, starring Pawan Kalyan and Emraan Hashmi.
Is Abhishek joining Prabhas in 'Fauji'? Here's what we know
Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan has been approached for an important role in the upcoming film Fauji, starring pan-India actor Prabhas, reported Moneycontrol.
Who is Unni Mukundan, Malayalam actor playing PM Modi?
Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan will play Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the upcoming biopic Maa Vande. The film was announced on the occasion of PM Modi's 75th birthday on Wednesday.
Siddique allowed foreign travel amid rape case proceedings
Malayalam actor Siddique, currently out on bail in a rape case, has received approval from the Thiruvananthapuram First Class Judicial Magistrate Court to travel overseas.
Rajinikanth hints at film with Kamal Haasan
Superstar Rajinikanth has confirmed a project with Kamal Haasan's Raaj Kamal Films International (RKFI) and Red Giant Movies.
Ramya Krishnan joins Dulquer Salmaan-Pooja Hegde's 'DQ41'
On Monday, SLV Cinemas announced that veteran actor Ramya Krishnan will be joining the cast of their upcoming Telugu film DQ41.
Sudheer Babu, Sonakshi Sinha's 'Jatadhara' to release on November 7
The upcoming film Jatadhara, starring Sudheer Babu and Sonakshi Sinha, will hit theaters on November 7, 2025.
Anushka Shetty's 'Ghaati': Everything we know about its OTT premiere
The action-drama Ghaati, starring Anushka Shetty and Vikram Prabhu, has been acquired by Amazon Prime Video for its digital release.
Suriya's 'Karuppu' to release in summer 2026? What we know
Tamil superstar Suriya's upcoming film Karuppu, directed by RJ Balaji, is eyeing a summer 2026 release, per 123Telugu.
'Mirai' review: Teja Sajja's film has impressive visuals, dragged storytelling
Teja Sajja earned nationwide acclaim for his mythological drama HanuMan, released in 2024.
Kannada filmmaker Narayan's family accused of demanding dowry from daughter-in-law
Kannada filmmaker S Narayan, his wife Bhagyavathi, and son Pavan face dowry harassment allegations from daughter-in-law Pavithra.
'Mirai' sparks new franchise; Rana Daggubati introduced as baddie: Report
The much-anticipated pan-Indian mythological-fantasy film Mirai, released on Friday worldwide, will not be a standalone venture. The makers have hinted that it will be the first part of a multi-part series.
'Kantara' prequel sold to Amazon for ₹125cr; everything to know
The highly anticipated prequel to Kantara, titled Kantara: Chapter 1, has reportedly been acquired by Amazon Prime Video for a huge amount of ₹125 crore.
'Drishyam 3' script took 5 drafts and daughters' input: Director
Director Jeethu Joseph has confirmed that the script for Drishyam 3 is ready, and shooting will commence next month.
'Kantara: Chapter 1' may face ban in Kerala; here's why
Rishab Shetty's upcoming film, Kantara: Chapter 1, is facing a potential ban in Kerala due to a disagreement over profit-sharing terms between its distributors and exhibitors.
'OG': Pawan Kalyan's superstar brother Chiranjeevi to attend pre-release event
The much-anticipated Telugu film OG, starring Pawan Kalyan, is set to hit theaters on September 25, 2025.
Fahadh Faasil to lead Prem Kumar's next; everything we know
Prem Kumar, the director of acclaimed films like 96 and Meiyazhagan, is set to direct a new film with Malayalam actor Fahadh Faasil.
Basil Joseph regrets rejecting major role in box-office sensation 'Lokah'
Actor-director Basil Joseph recently revealed that he was offered a significant role in the acclaimed Malayalam film Lokah: Chapter 1, but had to decline.
Dhanush in talks with 'Virata Parvam' director for Telugu film
National Award-winning actor Dhanush is reportedly in talks with director Venu Udugula for his next Telugu film.