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News18
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Mahesh Babu, Rajamouli To Kickstart Next Leg Of SSMB29, Will Priyanka Chopra Join In?
Last Updated: As for SSMB29, it marks Chopra Jonas' comeback Indian film after The White Tiger that released in 2021. Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli are currently busy with the shoot of their highly-anticipated film SSMB29. It is being reported that the next leg of the shooting is all set to begin later this month. The big-budget action-adventure is finally moving into its next major schedule, and speculation is rife that global icon Priyanka Chopra may soon join the cast. 123 Telugu has reported that Mahesh, Rajamouli, and SSMB29's team members are gearing up to kickstart the film's next schedule on June 9. The soon-to-commence schedule will take place in Hyderabad. But it is not clear whether Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran will join for the upcoming schedule. Earlier this year, speculations were rife that Nana Patekar has been roped in to play an important role in it that will shape the protagonist's journey in SSMB29. As per reports, a look test was conducted for the veteran actor and he was supposed to play the role of Babu's father in the film. But seems like there's little truth to the story. When News18 Showsha reached out to Patekar, he told us, 'No." However, a while back, a reliable source had informed us that the RRR and Baahubali director had approached him last year but he politely turned down the offer. The reason? The role didn't entice him enough. The source further revealed to us that the makers of SSMB29 had offered a very heavy amount to Patekar for the role for the shoot of which he was supposed to allot about a couple of weeks. 'The money offered was close to an unprecedented Rs 20 crore. And he had to only shoot for about 15 days. But he felt that the role wasn't something that he wanted to sink his teeth into," the source added. As for SSMB29, it marks Chopra Jonas' comeback Indian film after The White Tiger that released in 2021. SSMB29, which is being compared to Indiana Jones for its scale and ambition, is written by Rajamouli's father, V Vijayendra Prasad. It's slated for a 2027 release. Coming to Rajamouli, post SSMB29, he'll begin the shoot of Made In India, a pan-Indian release on the life of the Father of Indian Cinema, Dadasaheb Phalke. Jr NTR has been roped in to play the lead in the film. Additionally, Rajamouli is planning a 10-part retelling of the Indian epic, Mahabharat. First Published: June 06, 2025, 12:22 IST
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
A famous actress photo on a hoarding caused 40 freak road accidents in Hyderabad, 15 years ago. Guess who was on it?
Some movies leave an impact in theatres, others on the streets—quite literally. As Vedam turned 15 this week, fans and the film's cast reflected on its legacy, but one wild story from its promotional days stole the spotlight. As per reports in the 123Telugu, back in 2010, a giant hoarding featuring Anushka Shetty 's character, Saroja—a bold and seductive pose from her portrayal of her character, reportedly led to over 40 minor road accidents at Hyderabad's Punjagutta Circle. Director Krish shared that the frenzy forced the team to take the hoarding down after multiple police complaints. It was a bizarre testament to the buzz surrounding the film and Anushka's commanding screen presence. Directed by Krish Jagarlamudi , Vedam was ahead of its time—a hyperlink drama that wove together five diverse lives, from a slum-dweller (Allu Arjun) to a soldier aspirant, a sex worker (Anushka Shetty), a rockstar (Manchu Manoj), and a weaver (Manoj Bajpayee). They all end up at the same hospital under tense circumstances, their stories converging into a narrative rich in emotion, social commentary, and sacrifice. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Show Your Patriotism: American Flag Bald Eagle Garland Graddi Read More Undo Allu Arjun on 15 years of Vedam Reflecting on the film's anniversary, Allu Arjun took to social media to call Vedam a turning point in his career. He thanked the team for crafting something 'so honest' and praised co-stars Anushka, Manoj, and Manoj Bajpayee for their performances. He also credited the bold vision of producers Shobu Yarlagadda and Prasad Devineni and the evocative music by MM Keeravani. — alluarjun (@alluarjun) About Vedam At the heart of Vedam was Anushka Shetty's fearless performance as Saroja, a vulnerable yet strong, raw yet dignified woman. Despite the sensitivity of the role, her portrayal won hearts and critical acclaim, and just admiration. The film received various awards and widespread acclaim for breaking formulaic tropes in Telugu cinema . Anushka Shetty reuniting with Krish Jagarlamudi And now, 15 years later, Anushka and director Krish are teaming up again for Ghaati, a rural crime drama where she plays a weed trader in what's being called her most intense role yet. Scheduled for release on July 11, 2025, the film promises to revisit the bold storytelling that once made Vedam a cult classic.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Prabhas, SS Rajamouli's Baahubali franchise to hit theatres but with a twist. Check rerelease date of epic saga
Story of Baahubali Some stories never grow old, especially when they've become part of cinematic history. S.S. Rajamouli 's Baahubali saga is one such phenomenon. Years after its thunderous release, the iconic franchise that redefined Indian cinema is poised for a grand comeback to the big screen. This time, it's not just a re-release, it's a per reports in 123Telugu, the makers of Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali: The Conclusion are planning a unique cinematic event for fans across the globe. The two epic films, originally released separately, are being stitched together into a single feature, combining key sequences to tell the full tale in one epic sitting. The special re-release is expected to hit theatres worldwide this case you have never watched the films, you can now finally watch them and get the answer to Why did Kattappa kill Baahubali? Baahubali franchise is an Indian epic action film directed by S.S. Rajamouli and produced by Shobu Yarlagadda and Prasad Devineni under Arka Media Works. Shot simultaneously in Telugu and Tamil, the film stars Prabhas in a dual role, alongside Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Tamannaah Bhatia, Ramya Krishnan, Sathyaraj, and Nassar. The story follows Sivudu, a spirited young man who helps his love, Avantika, rescue Devasena, the former queen of Mahishmati, held captive by the tyrant Bhallaladeva. The narrative continues in Baahubali 2: The film's concept originated from a story by Rajamouli's father, V. Vijayendra Prasad, inspired by Amar Chitra Katha, Mahabharata, and Chandamama tales.
Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Coolie: Rajinikanth's action film bags massive overseas rights deal worth Rs 80 crore, REPORT
Coolie, starring Rajinikanth is one of the most hyped Tamil projects at the moment. The film is slated for a theatrical release on August 14, 2025, and social media seems to be abuzz with the latest updates on the film now and then. And now, the latest reports suggest that the movie has locked a massive overseas deal ahead of the release. Coolie bags highest overseas rights deal in Tamil cinema As per industry insider Ramesh Bala, Coolie has locked a huge overseas rights deal with top distributors. This achievement is the first one to be touched upon by any Kollywood film so far. Based on another report by 123 Telugu, this deal has been made on a sensational offer worth Rs. 80 crore. If finalized, it would be the highest pre-release deal locked by any such film so far. Rajinikanth's massive fee for Coolie Coolie seems to have grabbed attention for more than one reason even before the release. A report by News18 suggested that the Tamil superstar is reportedly taking home a whopping paycheck of somewhere between Rs. 260-280 crore for his role in the movie. This makes Thalaiva the highest-paid actor in Asia at the moment, surpassing Aamir Khan and Jackie Chan. Coolie to clash with Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR's War 2 In other news, the release date of Coolie has also caused quite a stir among fans since the movie would not be getting a solo stint at the box office. Well, it would be clashing directly with another big-ticket movie, War 2, also releasing on August 14. Starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani in lead roles, the Ayan Mukerji directorial has also made a promising assurance of success among fans. It remains to be seen which of them outperforms the other at the box office, once the two of them hit big screens.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Allu Arjun–Atlee's sci-fi 'AA22xA6' to feature six leading heroines: Reports
Picture Credit: X Following the massive success of 'Pushpa 2: The Rule', Allu Arjun is now gearing up for his next big venture with star director Atlee, a project tentatively named 'AA22xA6'. The film was officially announced on Allu Arjun's birthday and here is an update regarding the casting of the film. Six leading ladies on board Casting is underway, and a report by 123Telugu suggests the film will feature six leading heroines in key roles, adding to the scale and grandeur. The report also states that a very popular Hindi film actor has also joined the cast, though the makers are keeping the identity under wraps for now. Currently, in pre-production, the film is shaping up to be a grand sci-fi action-fantasy spectacle, blending cutting-edge visual effects with a story rooted in Indian emotions and culture. With a staggering budget rumoured to exceed Rs 500 crore, 'AA22xA6' is poised to be one of the most expensive and ambitious films ever made in India. Allu Arjun will reportedly play multiple roles, including a triple role and even an animated version of himself. The story is said to explore themes of parallel universes, time travel, and supernatural elements, promising a fresh and visually spectacular experience for audiences. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Container Houses Egypt (Prices May Surprise You) Container House | Search Ads Search Now Undo The film demands high-quality CGI and special effects. To achieve this, the production has partnered with top-tier VFX studios from Hollywood. Big names in talks Though official confirmation is yet to be made by the makers, multiple stars have been in the news who have been linked to be playing a part in the film. Stars like Deepika Padukone , Mrunal Thakur , and Janhvi Kapoor , are rumored to be involved in the team. The team is expected to start shooting by June 2025. The film's music will be composed by Sai Abhyankar. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
