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Time of India
4 hours ago
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- Time of India
'Bhairavam' Box Office Collection Day 3: Bellamkonda, Manoj & Rohith starrer earns Rs 7.5 Cr in opening weekend
Picture Credit: X The rustic action drama 'Bhairavam', directed by Vijay Kanakamedala , has completed its first three days at the box office with promising numbers. Released on Friday, the film has collected an estimated total of Rs 7.5 crore over the opening weekend. As per trade analyst Sacnilk's report, on its first day, 'Bhairavam' earned around Rs 2.6 crore, followed by Rs 2.4 crore on Saturday, a slight dip of about 7.7%. The film bounced back on Sunday, bringing in approximately Rs 2.5 crore. Theatre occupancy The film's occupancy rates on Sunday, June 1, 2025, stood at a healthy 25.57% across Telugu-speaking regions. The morning shows saw a modest turnout of 17.5%, but the numbers picked up significantly in the afternoon and evening, with occupancy rates reaching nearly 30% and 30.5% respectively. Night shows maintained a solid 24.3%, indicating good word-of-mouth and consistent viewer engagement throughout the day. About the film Directed by Vijay Kanakamedala, 'Bhairavam' is a story set in a rural backdrop, focusing on the lives of three childhood friends named, Seenu, Varadha, and Gajapathi whose bond is tested by greed, power struggles, and political intrigue in their village of Devipuram. The film explores themes of friendship, betrayal, and justice, wrapped in intense action and emotional drama. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The film also includes a rustic charm with raw emotions, rural politics and personal relationships. The film stars Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas, Manchu Manoj , and Nara Rohith in lead roles, supported by a strong ensemble cast including Jayasudha and other seasoned actors. The performances, especially by the three leads, have been appreciated for their intensity. Etimes review reads, "Director Vijay Kanakamedala blends rustic action, emotional drama, and mystic symbolism in 'Bhairavam' with varying success. While the film treads familiar ground, it is the performances and emotional core that keep it afloat. Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas sheds his usual larger-than-life image to deliver a performance that is restrained, honest, and emotionally rooted. Nara Rohith brings calm control to his role, portraying Varadha with understated strength. The true comeback, however, belongs to Manchu Manoj. Returning to the screen after a hiatus, he owns the role with a fiery presence. His deep baritone and brooding intensity add a sharp edge to the proceedings." 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 .
Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
Manoj Manchu reacts to 'Kannappa' hard disk theft allegations; says, "I don't want to.."
Picture Credit: X Earlier, actor Vishnu Manchu had publicly accused his brother Manoj Manchu 's staff of involvement in the theft of a hard disk containing crucial VFX footage from their upcoming film 'Kannappa' amid the ongoing family feud. Manoj Manchu's reaction to 'Kannappa' hard disk theft allegations According to a social media post shared by whynotcinema on X, Manoj Manchu, when asked about the allegations during the success meet of his recent film 'Bhairavam', chose not to respond directly. He expressed his wish for the success of 'Kannappa' and avoided escalating the family dispute publicly. He said, "I don't want to answer that. I still wish the best for Kannappa." For the unversed, recently, Vishnu alleged that Raghu and Charitha are connected to Manoj Manchu, though he stopped short of directly accusing Manoj of orchestrating the theft. He explained that after multiple failed attempts to contact Manoj and his associates, the family decided to file a police complaint. Vishnu also mentioned that the hard disk was secured with a strong password, and it is highly unlikely for anyone to access or leak the footage. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Still, he asked the public not to watch any leaked content if it surfaces, out of respect for the hard work invested in the film. Production house issues clarification The theft reportedly took place about a month before Kannappa's scheduled release. The production house issued an official statement condemning the act, calling it impersonation and theft, and clarifying that neither Raghu nor Charitha are employees or associates of the company. In their social media post, they also wrote, "A police complaint was formally filed nearly four weeks ago, and the investigating authorities have been fully briefed on the identity of those behind this. It is no secret who orchestrated this attempt—both we and law enforcement are well aware of the forces at play. The perpetrator's identity is known, and the motive is clear." 'Kannappa', directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, features a star-studded cast including Vishnu Manchu, Prabhas, Mohanlal, Kajal Aggarwal , and Akshay Kumar . The film will be released on June 27. 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 .
India.com
a day ago
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- India.com
This film was shot in 14 days with 900 people, its opening day earning was Rs..., lead actors are...
In an era where originality often takes a method to copy, paste each frame, a recently released Telugu film has defied expectations by successfully adapting a Tamil blockbuster. This remake has not only honored the essence of the original but also captivated audiences with its compelling narrative and performances and earned huge numbers at box office. So, without any further ado, let's explore about this film, which is expected to become a shape-shifter in the industry. Vijay Kanakamedala's Action-Thriller… Here we are talking about 2025 film Bhairavam , which was released in theaters on May 30th . The film starred Sai Srinivas Bellamkonda, Manoj Manchu, Nara Rohith along with Aditi Shankar, Anandi and Divya Pillai in the lead roles. As per Sacnilk, the action-thriller flick, made in Rs 15-20 crore , has taken an opening of Rs 2.75 crore in India despite having any promotion. While the global figure has crossed Rs 4 crore . Team Bhairavam's Hard Work Vijay Kanakamedala , who has helmed this film recently, stated during a recent interview at an event that his team worked tirelessly for 14 days on Bhairavam. The director praised the team, saying that they worked very hard. He also praised his three actors and said, 'Initially, I believed it would be impossible to handle three heroes. However, all three provided me with significant support. Off-screen, all three are also close friends. There were approximately 900 workers on the site, and everyone worked together day and night.' What Made the Director To Opt… Those who have watched the trailer would've clearly understood that Bhairavam is a remake of hit Tamil film Garudan , starring Soori, Sasikumar, and Unni Mukundan in the key roles. The filmmaker also discussed the film's plot and the adjustments to new series in same event. He stated, 'I enjoyed the story as a commercial entertainer. I also had the opportunity to work with three heroes. That is why I said yes to the film. The Telugu version will express the same genuine feelings as the original. The characters and their presentation are consistent with my style. Bhairavam will have the expected commercial worth for a Telugu film. This film will make you feel like it's new. You will feel that it is superior to the original and I am sure the audience will be thrilled.'
Pink Villa
a day ago
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- Pink Villa
Manoj Manchu breaks silence after brother Vishnu accuses him of involvement in Kannappa hard drive theft
The family feud within the Manchu family has been public for some time. Amid this ongoing rift, actor Vishnu Manchu recently spoke out about the case involving the stolen hard disk from Kannappa. He allegedly suggested that his brother Manoj might be involved, citing past issues between them. Now, the Mirai actor has broken his silence on the matter. What did Manoj Manchu say about the Kannappa theft case? During the success meet of his latest film, Bhairavam, Manoj Manchu was asked about the allegations made by his brother. He appeared hesitant to respond and refrained from giving any direct answers. As quoted by Telugu Cinema, he said, "I don't want to answer that. I still wish the best for Kannappa." What were Vishnu's allegations? While speaking at a promotional event, Vishnu Manchu addressed the issue surrounding the stolen Kannappa hard disk. He explained that the film's VFX work was being carried out across several cities, including Hyderabad, Chennai, Mumbai, London, and Dubai. The actor shared that a VFX-related hard drive had been sent from Mumbai. As usual, it was delivered to his father Mohan Babu's residence in Film Nagar. He mentioned that all three siblings used the same address for their packages. Their managers typically picked them up from there. According to him, this particular hard disk was handed over to two individuals named Raghu and Charitha. He revealed that both of them have been missing since then. In his words, "You all know what happened within our family. We tried to reach Manoj through our friends, but to no avail. We don't know if they stole it or acted upon someone's orders. It was after these attempts we filed a police complaint." Details about Kannappa hard drive theft case Vishnu revealed that the Kannappa hard disk was secured with a strong password. He estimated that there was only a one percent chance of bypassing the protection. Even if someone managed to leak the footage, he urged the public not to watch it. The theft reportedly occurred in Film Nagar, Hyderabad, about a month before the film's release. Following the incident, his team issued a statement suggesting that the act might have been motivated by sabotage and personal grudges. Meanwhile, the movie, starring Prabhas, Mohanlal, Kajal Aggarwal, Akshay Kumar, and several others, will release on June 27, 2025.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Bhairavam' Box Office Collection Day 2: Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas, Manchu Manoj, and Nara Rohith starrer collects Rs 5 crore in two days
Picture Credit: X The action drama 'Bhairavam', directed by Vijay Kanakamedala and starring Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas, Manchu Manoj , and Nara Rohith , is enjoying a good response at the box office. Bhairavam Movie Review According to early estimates on Sacnilk, the film earned approximately Rs 2.6 crore on its opening day, Friday, May 30, 2025, followed by around Rs 2.5 crore on the second day, bringing the two-day total to about Rs 5.1 crore net in India. This marks a promising start for the film's theatrical run. On its second day, 'Bhairavam' recorded an overall Telugu occupancy of nearly 25%, with the audience turnout varying throughout the day. Morning shows saw a lower occupancy of around 16.5%, which picked up significantly in the afternoon to about 25.7%. Evening shows maintained a steady 24.4%, while night shows peaked at over 33%, indicating strong interest from viewers during later screenings. About the film 'Bhairavam' is a remake of the Tamil action drama 'Garudan'. The story revolves around three childhood friends, Seenu played by Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas, Varadha played by Nara Rohith, and Gajapathi portrayed by Manchu Manoj whose bond is tested by greed, power, and political intrigue in their rural village of Devipuram in Andhra Pradesh. The film blends rustic action with emotional drama and mystic symbolism, relying heavily on the performances of its lead actors. Social media buzz Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas is seen in a restrained and emotionally grounded performance compared to his usual larger-than-life roles. Nara Rohith brings calm strength to his character, while Manchu Manoj marks a strong comeback with a fiery and intense portrayal. On social media, the director, Vijay Kanakamedala, was also credited for effectively managing the ensemble cast and keeping the narrative engaging despite some uneven pacing. 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 .
