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Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
POLL: Thug Life, Hari Hara Veera Mallu, Kuberaa and Kannappa—which South movie are you excited to watch in June 2025? VOTE
Big names, bigger expectations! June 2025 is all set to be a blockbuster month in South cinema. With Thug Life starring Kamal Haasan, Hari Hara Veera Mallu led by Pawan Kalyan, and Kannappa featuring Vishnu Manchu, the choices are thrilling. If you had to choose one, what would be your top pick? But wait, before you decide, let's take a closer look at these June releases to help you make your decision. Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam, hits theaters on June 5. It explores the dark and dangerous world of crime and loyalty. The story begins with Sakthivel and his brother Manickam rescuing a boy during a deadly police encounter. They raise him as Amaran, played by Silambarasan TR. With a strong cast including Kamal Haasan, Joju George, Trisha Krishnan, and Ashok Selvan, the film promises intense drama and powerful performances. Coming next on June 12 is Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1—Sword vs Spirit. Set in 17th-century India, it stars Pawan Kalyan as a brave outlaw on a mission to steal the Koh-i-Noor diamond from the Mughals. With Bobby Deol and Nidhhi Agerwal in key roles, this historical action-adventure is packed with grandeur and high-stakes drama. Kuberaa arrives on June 20 and offers a gripping social thriller. Dhanush plays a poor man whose thirst for wealth leads to unexpected consequences. Directed by Sekhar Kammula, the film also stars Rashmika Mandanna, Jim Sarbh, and Nagarjuna Akkineni. With themes of greed, power, and ambition, it adds a fresh twist to the lineup. The final June release is Kannappa, landing on June 27. Based on a legendary Hindu tale, the story follows an atheist who turns into a devoted follower of Lord Shiva. With Vishnu Manchu in the lead and an ensemble cast including Prabhas, Mohanlal, Akshay Kumar, Mohan Babu and Kajal Aggarwal, this fantasy drama aims to be both visually grand and emotionally rich. So, which film are you most excited for? Cast your vote and let us know!
Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
7 South movies releasing in June 2025: Hari Hara Veera Mallu, Thug Life to Kuberaa
Movie buffs, get ready! June 2025 is bringing a solid list of new South Indian releases to theaters. From the Kamal Haasan starrer Thug Life to Dhanush's Kuberaa, every film has something exciting in store. With fan-favorite stars, gripping plots, and stunning visuals, the month promises non-stop entertainment. Therefore, continue reading to learn more. South movies releasing in theaters in June 2025 1. Thug Life Cast: Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan, Joju George, Abhirami, Ashok Selvan Release date: June 5, 2025 Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam, dives deep into the gritty world of the underworld. The story begins with Sakthivel and his brother Manickam. During a fierce police encounter, they save a young boy and adopt him. The boy is named Amaran, who grows up to be Silambarasan TR. Things take a dark turn when Sakthivel survives an attempt on his life. He starts to suspect betrayal from within and doubts fall on Amaran and Manickam, pushing him into a dangerous journey of revenge. 2. Madras Matinee Cast: Sathyaraj, Kaali Venkat, Roshni Haripriyan Release date: June 6, 2025 Madras Matinee tells the story of an aging sci-fi writer who decides to write a real-life tale at his caretaker's request. He chooses Kannan, an auto driver, juggling family struggles and daily survival. As the writer explores Kannan's world, he discovers a story full of emotion, hardship, and quiet strength. 3. Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 - Sword vs Spirit Cast: Pawan Kalyan, Niddhi Agerwal, Bobby Deol Release date: June 12, 2025 Set in the 17th century, Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 is a Telugu historical action-adventure film. It follows the journey of Veera Mallu, a legendary outlaw, who is given the daring mission to steal the Koh-i-Noor diamond from the Mughals. The film stars Pawan Kalyan in the lead, with Bobby Deol, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Nargis Fakhri. 4. Kuberaa Cast: Dhanush, Jim Sarbh, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Rashmika Mandanna Release date: June 20, 2025 Kuberaa is an upcoming social thriller that explores the dark side of ambition and wealth. The story follows a poor man who undergoes a major transformation. As the pursuit of riches unfolds, the film dives into themes of greed, power, and moral choices. Directed and co-written by Sekhar Kammula, it is shot in multiple languages, including Hindi. 5. Janaki v/s State of Kerala Cast: Suresh Gopi, Anupama Parameswaran, Askar Ali, Baiju Santhosh Release date: June 20, 2025 Janaki Vs State of Kerala is an intense courtroom drama inspired by true events. The story follows Janaki, a woman who fights back after facing injustice. Her legal battle unfolds with emotional depth and gripping tension. Suresh Gopi plays the lawyer who takes up her case and defends her in court. As the trial progresses, hidden truths surface. 6. Maargan Cast: Vijay Antony, Samuthirakani, Vinod Sagar Release date: June 27, 2025 Maargan is a gripping murder mystery that centers on a senior police officer tasked with solving a complicated murder case. As he digs deeper, unexpected twists emerge. The investigation takes the audience through suspenseful moments set against visually stunning backdrops. 7. Kannappa Cast: Vishnu Manchu, Prabhas, Kajal Aggarwal, Mohan Babu, Mohanlal, Akshay Kumar Release date: June 27, 2025 Kannappa is an upcoming Telugu fantasy drama inspired by a famous folk tale. It tells the story of Kannappa, an atheist hunter who transforms into a devoted follower of Lord Shiva. In a powerful act of devotion, he can do anything to save the deity. Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and produced by Mohan Babu, the film explores this legendary Hindu tale with rich storytelling.
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Allu Aravind, Dil Raju try to butter up Pawan Kalyan after his Tollywood ‘lacks minimum respect' for AP govt comment: ‘No one has the guts to stop his film'
Although exhibitors from the Telugu states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh recently announced their decision to temporarily call off the proposed single-screen theatres bandh, which was scheduled to begin on June 1, the controversy sparked by the announcement appears far from over. After actor and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan took the strike call personally, as it would have affected the release of his film Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1, set to hit screens on June 12, producers Allu Aravind and Dil Raju have stepped forward, stating that the actor had every right to be upset. A day after renowned producer Allu Aravind — who is also the brother-in-law of Pawan Kalyan's elder brother, Telugu megastar Chiranjeevi — voiced his opposition to the theatre shutdown, Telangana Film Development Corporation chairman Dil Raju entered damage-control mode. He emphasised that Kalyan is 'like a big brother to the industry' and fully entitled to reprimand them if they took a wrong turn. 'Many are indirectly dragging my name into this. Honestly, no one has the guts to stop Pawan Kalyan garu's film. He is like a big brother to the industry. If he says something, we will bear it. There is nothing wrong,' said Raju. 'We don't close theatres generally. In my 30-year career, I have never seen cinema halls being closed. When issues arise, we may halt shootings but never shut theatres,' he added. Mentioning that the current model — fixed rentals in the first week, followed by a shift to a percentage share from the second week — was difficult for exhibitors, he noted, 'There's no unity among us. That's why producers are individually seeking ticket price hikes. We will find a solution soon.' On Sunday, Allu Aravind had also distanced himself from the controversy, asserting that he was not part of the informal caucus often referred to as Aa Naluguru (those four people), which many allege exists in Telugu cinema, lobbying and influencing theatre-related decisions. 'I don't agree with closing theatres; that's why I didn't attend the meeting. How can you close theatres just before Pawan Kalyan's film releases? That's a wild misadventure. He's the one who supported our industry during tough times,' he pointed out. The controversy began with an attempted theatre shutdown scheduled for June 1, initiated by exhibitors advocating a move from rental agreements to a revenue-sharing model. Although the bandh was temporarily suspended later, it blew up after Pawan Kalyan came down heavily on the Telugu film industry, accusing it of showing insufficient respect towards the Andhra Pradesh government. 'At a time when the government is thinking of giving industry status and developing the film industry, including ensuring that their (filmmakers) respect is not lowered, they do not have even minimum respect or gratitude towards the Andhra Pradesh government,' he said in a press release.
Mint
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Telugu filmdom stares at blackout: Theatre bandh from June 1 threatens Mani Ratnam's Kamal Haasan starrer ‘Thug Life'
The Telugu film industry's future hangs in the balance as theatres across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana brace for a potential shutdown starting June 1. If exhibitors and producers fail to find common ground, single-screen cinemas may shut shop, putting summer blockbusters and the industry revenues on the chopping block. According to a report by the Cinema Express, nearly 60 exhibitors met with prominent Telugu film producers, including Dil Raju and Suresh Babu, in Hyderabad recently, to address long-standing grievances about the current rental-based revenue system. The exhibitors are pushing for a shift to a percentage-based model, arguing it would offer a fairer share of box office earnings. During the meeting in Hyderabad, exhibitors pressed for a bandh in the Telugu states from June 1 till the issue is sorted. The meeting also spotlighted growing unease over films landing on OTT platforms too soon after theatrical release, as per the Cinema Express report. The road to resolution, however, presents a murky scenario. Industry bigwigs and producers were notably absent from the meeting, hinting at internal divides within the industry. If no consensus is reached, the bandh could disrupt major film releases scheduled for early summer. From Mani Ratnam directorial to Jyothi Krishna's movie Hari Hara Veera Mallu starring Pawan Kalyan and Bobby Deol — the release of multiple movies would be affected if the bandh begins from June 1. Mani Ratnam's much-anticipated film, Thug Life, starring Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan TR, and Trisha Krishnan, is set to hit theatres on June 5. The movie is slated to release in both its original Tamil, and Telugu dubbed versions. Following closely on Thug Life's heels is Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1, featuring Pawan Kalyan, Bobby Deol, and Nidhhi Agerwal. Directed by Krish and written by Jyothi Krishna, the historical action epic is now scheduled for release on June 12, after being postponed from its original May 30 date, as per multiple reports. If the bandh is to be stretched, Sekhar Kammula's Dhanush, Nagarjuna, Rashmika Mandanna, and Jim Sarbh-starrer Kuberaa, which is set to hit the screens on June 20, might also be affected. Since 2024, theatres in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have been experiencing turbulent times. Audience numbers have dipped considerably, leaving owners with losses. 'If producers agree to a fair revenue sharing mode, then single screens can survive. Otherwise, single screens will become a thing of the past and all of them will shut down permanently sooner than later,' M Vijendar Reddy, president of the exhibitors association, had told during a 2024 press conference in Hyderabad, per a TOI report.
Mint
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Telugu film industry on brink? Theatre bandh from June 1 threatens Mani Ratnam-Kamal Haasan's ‘Thug Life', more
The Telugu film industry's future hangs in the balance as theatres across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana edge closer to a potential shutdown starting June 1. If exhibitors and producers fail to find common ground, single-screen cinemas may go dark—putting summer blockbusters and the movie-going experience at risk. According to a report by the Cinema Express, nearly 60 exhibitors met with prominent Telugu film producers, including Dil Raju and Suresh Babu, in Hyderabad recently, to address long-standing grievances about the current rental-based revenue system. The exhibitors are pushing for a shift to a percentage-based model, arguing it would offer a fairer share of box office earnings. During the meeting in Hyderabad, exhibitors pressed for a bandh in the Telugu states from June 1 till the issue is sorted. The meeting also spotlighted growing unease over films landing on OTT platforms too soon after theatrical release, as per Cinema Express's report. The road to resolution, however presents a murky scenario. Industry bigwigs and producers were notably absent from the meeting, hinting at internal divides within the industry. If no consensus is reached, the bandh could disrupt major film releases scheduled for early summer. From Mani Ratnam directorial to Jyothi Krishna's movies starring Pawan Kalyan, Bobby Deol — the release of multiple movies would be affected if the bandh begins from June 1. Mani Ratnam's much-anticipated film Thug Life, starring Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan TR, and Trisha Krishnan, is set to hit theatres on June 5. The movie is slated to release in both its original Tamil, and Telugu dubbed versions. Following closely on Thug Life's heels is Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1, featuring Pawan Kalyan, Bobby Deol, and Nidhhi Agerwal. Directed by Krish and written by Jyothi Krishna, the historical action epic is now scheduled for release on June 12, after being postponed from its original May 30 date, as per multiple reports. If the bandh is to be stretched, Sekhar Kammula's Dhanush, Nagarjuna, Rashmika Mandanna, and Jim Sarbh-starrer Kuberaa, which is set to hit the screens on June 20, might also be affected. Theatres in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have been navigating through turbulent times since 2024, with audience numbers dipping considerably, leaving owners in losses. 'If producers agree to a fair revenue sharing mode, then single screens can survive. Otherwise, single screens will become a thing of the past and all of them will shut down permanently sooner than later,' M Vijendar Reddy, president of exhibitors association, had told during a 2024 press conference in Hyderabad, mentions a report by TOI. Reddy had further mentioned that since 2005, around 2,000 single theatres had shut shops due to the lopsided revenue sharing model in which theatre owners suffered heavy losses.
