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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mahesh Babu honours late Telugu producer Narayan Das Narang, calls him a ‘visionary' in emotional post
On the birth anniversary of veteran Telugu producer Narayan Das Narang, actor Mahesh Babu penned a heartfelt tribute in his fond memory. Remembering a Telugu cinema visionary Taking to Instagram Story, Mahesh Babu posted a priceless picture with Narayan Das Narang. "Remembering the visionary Narayan Das Narang Garu on his birth anniversary. Always in our hearts, forever in our prayers," he wrote. Narayan Das Narang passed away in 2022. He began his career as financier in the 1980s, and successfully financed over 600 films including Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi 's 'Love Story' and Naga Shaurya's 'Lakshya'. At the time of his demise, several members of the film industry paid tributes to Narayan Das Narang. Namrata Shirodkar 's fond memories "I have fond memories of Uncle... A true visionary whom I learnt so much from. Today is a very sad day for all of us at AMB Cinemas. Thank you #NarayanDas uncle for your guidance and support through the years. We will miss you. Love, light, and prayers to his family and loved ones," Namrata Shirodkar had posted. Ravi Teja wrote, "Deeply saddened by the sudden demise of shri. #NarayanDasNarang Ji. He was truly a warm and affable personality who made a noteworthy contribution to Telugu cinema with his extreme efforts. My deepest condolences to the entire family . Rest in peace sir (sic)." Narayan Das Narang was 76 when he breathed his last.
Hans India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Hollywood returns to form with Mission Impossible in South India
Theatres across India are witnessing a renewed pulse of excitement, with Hollywood reclaiming its spot in the spotlight—thanks to the explosive momentum generated by Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning. Nowhere is this resurgence more evident than in South India, where exhibitors are seeing a remarkable upswing in advance bookings and footfall anticipation. After a period of cautious recovery post-pandemic and shifting viewing habits, the Indian box office is once again abuzz with the kind of energy that only big-screen spectacles can generate. The return of Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt has proven to be the spark, as over 38,500 tickets have already been sold at top national chains just days ahead of the film's release. 'The audience appetite is back—and it's big,' said Venkat Prasad of Prasad Multiplex, Hyderabad. 'The buzz for The Final Reckoning shows that cinema is alive and kicking, especially in the South. There's a hunger for immersive, theatrical storytelling, and Hollywood is finally delivering with scale, spectacle, and star power.' Sunil Narang, Director at AMB Cinemas, pointed to the changing tide: "This isn't just another release—it's a landmark moment for exhibitors. The South is seeing significant advance sales, driven by the timeless appeal of Tom Cruise and the franchise's global popularity. We're at the start of what feels like a true cinematic comeback." With an ensemble cast featuring Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Esai Morales, and more, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: THE FINAL RECKONING promises to deliver pulse-pounding action and emotional stakes, helmed by longtime franchise director Christopher McQuarrie. Distributed by Paramount Pictures and Skydance, the film will release in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu on May 17, 2025, positioning itself as not just a film release but a cinematic event that reignites Hollywood's connection with Indian moviegoers—especially in the South. This summer, the message is clear: the big screen is back, and it's impossible to miss.
