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Time of India
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Madras HC issues notice to the makers of Nani's HIT: The Third Case
The Madras High Court has issued a notice to the makers of Nani 's HIT: The Third Case based on a petition filed by Tamil script writer and author Vimalavelan, who alleges that the film is an unauthorised adaptation of his original story. Vimalavelan, who co-writes with his wife under the pen name Sonia Vimal, claims that the film has been lifted from their registered script, titled Agent 11. In his plea, Vimalavelan has sought 20% of the total profits earned by the film, in addition to `1 crore as compensation for the alleged copyright violation. The statement from the South Indian Film Writers Association, which Vimalavelan shared with us, read, 'He had claimed that the theft of his work had caused him great loss and great mental anguish, and he had demanded justice.' An internal team within the association, having read the story concluded that there are similarities between the film and Vimalavelan's script. What happened? Vimalavelan claimed that, back in August 2022, he had sent the synopsis of his script to Nani's mail ID, with the intention of a possible collaboration. There was no response from the actor, and Vimalavelan published his story as a novel, Agent V, in October 2022. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo He further states that the script, titled Agent 11, had been officially registered with the South Indian Film Writers Association. Our intention isn't to go against the makers: Vimalavelan Speaking to us, Vimalavelan says, 'My wife and I are big fans of Nani. So, we mailed our script to him. Compensation wasn't our target, but we have applied for it as part of the legal procedure. But how can the core plot be the same? Now, the mail ID has been deleted from Nani's Facebook page. In the next hearing, it's been ordered that someone from their side should be present. Even if we don't get compensation, we would have been happy if they had acknowledged us. Timeline of events Aug 2022: Vimalavelan sent the synopsis of his script (titled Agent 11) to Nani's mail ID Oct 2022: Vimalavelan and his wife, Sonia Vimal, published their story as a crime thriller novel, Agent V Dec 2022: HIT: The Third Case was officially announced 1 May 2025: HIT: The Third Case gets released in theatres 9 May 2025: Vimalavelan files a complaint with the South Indian Film Writers Association and alleges that his script has been stolen 18 June 2025: Vimalavelan files a copyright infringement case in the Madras High Court 7 July 2025: The next hearing in the case
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Piracy strikes again: TFCC lodges piracy plaint over leaks of 2 new films
Hyderabad: In a fresh blow to the Telugu film industry, two newly released films—HIT: The Third Case and #Single— fell victim to piracy within hours of their theatrical debut, prompting the Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce (TFCC) to escalate the matter to Hyderabad cyber crimes police. The TFCC, through its anti-video piracy cell, alleged that high-definition pirated versions of the films were uploaded on notorious torrent sites, raising serious concerns about security lapses in the digital cinema distribution chain. The TFCC lodged a formal complaint with the cyber crimes police station in this regard. The complaint was filed by Yarra Manindra Babu, project head of TFCC's anti-video piracy cell. It details how pirated versions of both films appeared on various websites within hours of their theatrical release. HIT: The Third Case, starring Nani and directed by Sailesh Kolanu, was released on May 1, while #Single, featuring Sri Vishnu and directed by Caarthick Raju, hit theatres on May 9. An HD pirated copy of HIT: The Third Case surfaced online on the night of May 1 on platforms such as and Preliminary investigations suggest the leak may have originated from UFO Digital Cinema or one of its affiliated theatre chains. The producers had embedded advanced forensic watermarking in all digital cinema package copies to trace such leaks. Similarly, a camcorded version of #Single was found online shortly after its release, appearing on and However, the exact source of this leak remains undetermined. The TFCC emphasised the severe economic impact of piracy on the Telugu film industry, citing estimated losses of ₹3,700 crore in 2024. "Piracy not only undermines producers' investments but also endangers the livelihoods of thousands of families working in the industry," said Manindra Babu. The police registered a case under various provisions, including sections 66C and 66E of the IT Act, section 318(4) read with 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, and sections 63 and 65 of the Copyright Act. A cyber crimes official confirmed that the TFCC has provided specific URLs hosting the pirated content and has urged prompt action to identify and prosecute the culprits. The organisation has also called for an inquiry into the possible role of digital service providers and theatre chains in the leaks. Both films are now available on OTT platforms. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
Pink Villa
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
4 Latest South films to watch on OTT this week (May 26 - June 1): HIT 3, Retro to Agnyathavasi
A new week means new stories from the South landing on your favorite streaming apps. These movies bring bold characters, sharp plots, and fresh emotions. Whether it's a crime drama or an action romance, there's something for every mood. The best part? You don't need a ticket to enjoy them. New South movies releasing on OTT this week 1. Agnyathavasi Cast: Rangayana Raghu, Siddu Moolimani, Paavana Gowda, Sharath Lohithaswa Where to watch: ZEE5 Release date: May 28, 2025 Set in the forests of Malnad during the 90s, Agnyathavasi unfolds in a quiet village untouched by progress. The peace is broken when scholar Srinivas Iyer is found dead. Initially seen as natural, his death raises suspicions, prompting Inspector Govindu and Ananthu to reopen the inactive local police station. 2. HIT: The Third Case (HIT 3) Cast: Nani, Srinidhi Shetty, Prateik Babbar, Ravindra Vijay, Adivi Sesh (cameo) Where to watch: Netflix Release date: May 29, 2025 HIT 3 follows the life of Arjun Sarkaar, a fierce cop assigned to the HIT unit in Visakhapatnam. The story begins with him in prison for a shocking crime. As he shares his past with a fellow inmate, the plot moves into a flashback. Arjun is shown committing brutal murders and filming each one. In a surprising twist, he is tasked with investigating those very crimes. Gradually, it is revealed that his actions are part of a larger plan to infiltrate a deadly dark web cult. 3. Jerry Inspired by the beloved cartoon Tom and Jerry, this Malayalam film revolves around a mischievous mouse named Jerry. It starts with the rodent creating chaos in a single household and disrupting daily life with unexpected pranks. The mayhem soon spreads beyond the family. In their attempts to catch the clever mouse, the villagers come up with quirky and imaginative solutions. 4. Retro Retro tells the story of Paari, a young man burdened by years of resentment toward his father as he never accepted him. He becomes part of her powerful crime empire but is treated only as a henchman. Longing for a better life, Paari dreams of marrying Rukmini and leaving crime behind. However, betrayal and a conflict with his father land him in prison. The film follows his emotional journey of redemption, identity, and letting go of violence.
Indian Express
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Unacceptable imagery': India lodges protest with Canada over floats at Toronto parade
HIT 3 box office collection day 5: Nani's action thriller enters Rs 100 crore club Entertainment 4 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Telugu star Nani has once again proven that he is a bankable personality with his latest action thriller, HIT: The Third Case, also emerging as a hit and passing the crucial first Monday test, but only just. Although the movie witnessed a 60.78 per cent dip in its daily earnings, HIT 3 managed to enter the Rs 100 crore club during the day, making it the fourth-highest-grossing Telugu film of 2025.
NDTV
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
HIT: The Third Case Box Office Collection Day 4: Nani's Film Crosses Rs 50 Crore Mark
New Delhi: Nani's HIT The Third Case is currently enjoying a successful run at the box office. The Telugu action thriller earned Rs 9.5 crore on its first Sunday, reported Sacnilk. With this, the film's total collection stands at Rs 51.4 crore. HIT: The Third Case recorded a 49.96% Telugu occupancy on May 4, the report added. Breaking it down — morning shows saw 32%, afternoon shows witnessed 57.49%, evening shows peaked at 61.19%, and night shows registered 49.14% occupancy. HIT: The Third Case features Nani as SP Arjun Sarkaar. Srinidhi Shetty plays ASP Mridula, who is also Nani's love interest. Surya Srinivas, Adil Pala, Rao Ramesh, Samuthirakani, Komalee Prasad, Nepoleon, and Ravindra Vijay are also part of the film. HIT: The Third Case is garnering praise for its gripping storyline. Not just us, but Ram Charan has also given a shout-out to Nani and the team. The actor on X (formerly Twitter) wrote, "Hearing fantastic reviews about #HIT3. Special mention to my dear brother Nani for choosing unique scripts and scoring blockbusters across genres." He added, "Hats off to Sailesh Kolanu for scripting and executing this intense film. Congratulations Srinidhi Shetty, Prashanth Rangaswamy and the teams at @walpostercinema, @UnanimousProds for the superb success." Hearing fantastic reviews about #HIT3. Special mention to my dear brother @NameisNani ❤️ for choosing unique scripts and scoring blockbusters across genres. Hats off to @KolanuSailesh for scripting and executing this intense film. Congratulations @SrinidhiShetty7,… — Ram Charan (@AlwaysRamCharan) May 3, 2025 HIT: The Third Case is produced by Prashanti Tipirneni and Nani under Wall Poster Cinema and Unanimous Productions. The Sailesh Kolanu directorial is the third installment in the HIT franchise, which began in 2020 with HIT: The First Case, featuring Vishwak Sen and Ruhani Sharma. It was followed by HIT: The Second Case in 2022. The second part featured Adivi Sesh and Meenakshi Chaudhary in lead roles.
