Kichcha Sudeep: 'Given the current uncertainty in Kannada cinema, I feel the need to bring out a film this year'
While Sudeep is already shooting Anup Bhandari's fantasy epic Billa Ranga Baasha, he wanted to simultaneously work on a film that could release sooner. Interestingly, the makers of K47 are targeting a December 25, 2025 release.
'Billa Ranga Baasha is a massive film with elaborate sets and world-building—it will take time. But in between, I wanted to give a film this year, and we hope K47 will be shot quickly. The goal is to release it by December 25 this year. This might seem impossible, but we'll give it everything. Given the current uncertainty in Kannada cinema, I feel the need to bring out a film this year.'
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Actress Simran tells Rajinikanth: Working with you has been a privilege I'll always cherish
Actress Simran, who was one of the top actresses in the Tamil and Telugu film industries a few years ago, on Thursday congratulated Superstar Rajinikanth on completing 50 legendary years in cinema and said she would always cherish the privilege of working with him. Taking to her X timeline to post the congratulatory message, she wrote, "From the silver screen to the hearts of millions, your magic has only grown stronger. To the man who redefined style, stardom, and simplicity, Rajini Sir, working with you has been a privilege I'll always cherish. Congratulations on 50 legendary years in cinema!" From the silver screen to the hearts of millions, your magic has only grown stronger. To the man who redefined style, stardom, and simplicity, Rajini Sir, working with you has been a privilege I'll always cherish. Congratulations on 50 legendary years in cinema! 💫 #Rajinism … — Simran (@SimranbaggaOffc) August 14, 2025 Simran joined a huge list of celebrities who wished actor Rajinikanth well on his phenomenal achievement. Among those who wished Rajinikanth were actor Kamal Haasan and Lokesh Kanagaraj , the director of his just-released action extravaganza 'Coolie.' Ace director Lokesh Kanagaraj expressed gratitude to Superstar Rajinikanth for both the opportunity to direct the film and also for the conversations they had both on the sets of the film and off it. Taking to his X timeline to wish Rajinikanth on the occasion of the actor completing 50 years in the film industry, Lokesh wrote, "#Coolie will always be a special film in my journey, and the reason this film shaped up the way it did with everyone pouring their hearts and love into it is because of you, #Thalaivar @rajinikanth sir." He went on to say, "Will forever be grateful for this opportunity and the conversations we've shared both on and off the film! These are moments I will always cherish and never forget." "From the bottom of my heart, thank you for continuously inspiring all of us and hearty congratulations on completing 50 glorious years of making us love you, learn from you, and grow with you! We Love you #Thalaivaa." On Wednesday, actor, producer, and Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Udhayanidhi Stalin congratulated superstar Rajinikanth on completing 50 glorious years in the film industry. The Deputy Chief Minister also disclosed that he had watched the Rajinikanth-starrer 'Coolie' and that he had "enjoyed this power-packed mass entertainer." Taking to his X timeline to pen the congratulatory post to Rajinikanth and to all the cast and crew members of director Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie, Udhayanidhi wrote, "I am truly delighted to congratulate our Superstar @rajinikanth sir on completing 50 glorious years in the film industry. Had the opportunity to get an early glimpse of his much-awaited movie #Coolie, releasing tomorrow. I thoroughly enjoyed this power-packed mass entertainer and am sure it will capture the hearts of audiences everywhere. "My heartfelt wishes for a roaring success to @rajinikanth sir, @sunpictures, Sathyaraj sir, @Dir_Lokesh, #AamirKhan sir, @iamnagarjuna sir, @nimmaupendra sir, @anirudhofficial, #SoubinShahir, @shrutihaasan and the entire team behind this movie." Apart from Rajinikanth, Coolie also stars stalwarts from the Indian film industry like Nagarjuna, Sathyaraj, Aamir Khan, Upendra, Soubin Shahir , and Shruti Haasan . "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
India Today
an hour ago
- India Today
Coolie early box office Day 1: Rajinikanth inks Tamil history in Rs 150 crore gold
'Coolie' has done the unthinkable. It hit the ball out of the park as we watched - day after day - its advance booking numbers soared. Early estimates for its first day - hold your hearts - suggest that the Rajinikanth-starrer grossed around Rs 150 crore worldwide, a first for a Tamil reported by the trade website Sacnilk, the Lokesh Kanagaraj-directorial grossed around Rs 28-30 crore from Tamil Nadu alone. Add around Rs 16-18 crore gross from Andhra Pradesh/ Telangana, Rs 14-15 crore gross from Karnataka, Rs 10 crore from Kerala and over Rs 75 crore gross from the overseas market - and you will get a figure which looks the opening day box office breakdown for 'Coolie' (early estimates) - gross collection (Source: Sacnilk)Tamil Nadu: Rs 28-30 croreKarnataka: Rs 14-15 croreKerala: Rs 10 croreAndhra Pradesh/ Telangana: Rs 16-18 croreOverseas: Rs 75 crore (approx.)North: Rs 2 crore (approx., at least)Total: Rs 150 crore (approx.)While the final figures are yet to come, from what it seems, 'Coolie' might have just surpassed 'Leo' to become the biggest Tamil opener ever domestically. The Thalapathy Vijay-starrer grossed around Rs 76 crore and 'Coolie' seems to have already gone past this figure in India. With the Independence Day weekend around, there is only going to be a rampage at the box office - both in India and internationally.'Coolie' has received mixed reviews from critics, but the film seems to be critic-proof given the double festivities in film also stars Sathyaraj, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Aamir Khan and Shruti Haasan, among others, in important roles.- EndsTune InMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Rajinikanth
&w=3840&q=100)
First Post
an hour ago
- First Post
War 2 box office: Hrithik Roshan-Jr NTR starrer emerges the biggest Bollywood opener of 2025, beating Chhaava, thanks to its Telugu version
As per early reports, War 2 has earned around Rs 29.50 crore in its Hindi (original) version, approximately Rs 23 crore in its Telugu version and close to Rs 30 lakhs in its Tamil version After a long wait and anticipation, Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR and Kiara Advani starrer War 2 has finally released today at the box office. Amid high expectations, the pan-India biggie garnered mixed-to-negative reviews. However, it has managed to emerge as the biggest Bollywood opener of the year by beating Vicky Kaushal-Jr NTR starrer Chhaava (Rs 33.10 crore) by a huge margin with the help of its Telugu dubbed version. As per early reports, War 2 has earned around Rs 29.50 crore in its Hindi (original) version, approximately Rs 23 crore in its Telugu version and close to Rs 30 lakhs in its Tamil version. The opening day collections of War 2 stand around Rs 53.10 crore. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Considering the mixed word of mouth and working day, the first day of business looks up to the mark. However, with the national holiday of Independence Day followed by Janmashtami and Sunday, the movie should cross the Rs 200 crore mark in its extended opening weekend, as it boasts big names and is mounted on a huge scale. When #War2 begins, your mission is to keep the secrets safe! Say no to spoilers.#War2 ONLY in cinemas worldwide from August 14th. Releasing in Hindi, Telugu and Tamil. Book your tickets now! | — Yash Raj Films (@yrf) August 13, 2025 While the film had no business in the Tamil market due to Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Aamir Khan, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj and Shruti Haasan starrer _Coolie_, the Hindi version of the Lokesh Kanagaraj directorial also received a decent response in the northern part of the country. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Directed by Ayan Mukerji of Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Wake Up Sid and Brahmastra: Part 1 Shiva fame, War 2 is bankrolled by Aditya Chopra under the banner of YRF. It is the sixth film from the Spy Universe after Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan and Tiger 3.
