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News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Akhanda 2 Teaser: Who Is the Fierce New Face Opposite Balakrishna?
1/7 The teaser for Akhanda 2, released on Tuesday, has sparked immense excitement among fans. Rather than just creating the usual buzz, it felt like a complete treat for those who had been eagerly awaiting an update. Just a single intense shot was enough to electrify the audience. When Nandamuri Balakrishna teams up with director Boyapati Srinu, expectations naturally soar. (News18 Telugu) Some of the action sequences shown in the teaser may have drawn criticism had any other actor performed them. But with Balakrishna, fans accept them with admiration. These larger-than-life scenes seem to be made for him as only he can deliver them with such energy and conviction. (News18 Telugu) 3/7 Director Boyapati Srinu has taken a unique approach to editing this teaser. Every frame is visually grand and powerful, from beginning to end. One shot in particular, a close-up of a mysterious and intense eye, has become a talking point on social media. Viewers are now curious to find out who is behind this intriguing look. (News18 Telugu) 4/7 Industry rumours suggest that the man in the shot is none other than Aadhi Pinisetty, a well-known actor in both the Tamil and Telugu film industries. His dramatic transformation in the teaser has made him nearly unrecognisable. Aadhi is reportedly playing the role of an Aghori or Naga Sadhu, someone deeply knowledgeable in Tantric practices. The film is said to revolve around a strong face-off between his character and Balakrishna's. (News18 Telugu) 5/7 This speculation has caught fire on social media, but the real story will only be confirmed once the film hits theatres. Aadhi has portrayed powerful antagonists before when he played the villain in Sarrainodu and took on Pawan Kalyan in Agnyaathavaasi. His ability to command the screen in such roles is well established. (News18 Telugu) 6/7 One of Aadhi's most acclaimed performances came in Rangasthalam, where he played Kumar Babu, the elder brother of Ram Charan's character. His portrayal was so natural and convincing that many felt he didn't just act the part, he lived it. Since then, he has consistently taken on key roles, both as a villain and as a supporting actor, showcasing his versatility. (News18 Telugu)
New Indian Express
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Catherine Tresa Interview: Glamour doesn't necessarily mean skin show
Catherine Tresa, who is known for intense preparations to work on her roles, feels that working on felt like a much-needed respite. 'This was a great breather for me,' she laughs, as she sits down to talk about her first Tamil film since Aruvam (2019). 'Sundar sir's films are always like that. He prefers you to come on board as a blank slate, without any preconceived notions and wants you to come there and be spontaneous. It was fun.' This is the actor's third time in a Sundar C directorial after Kalakalappu 2 (2018) and Vantha Rajavathaan Varuven (2018). Describing him as a self-aware filmmaker, she says, "He is very clear about the kind of films he wants to make and also understands that the audiences expect fun entertainers from him." One of her biggest reasons for being a part of Much of the film's fun factor was amplified by the entry of Vadivelu into Gangers , which marks the comedian's reunion with Catherine's career has been an eclectic mix of commercial films and character-oriented roles— from Sarrainodu , Nene Raju Nene Mantri , Paisa , Iddarammayilatho to Madras and Aruvam . When probed if it was a conscious choice to balance the two, she says, "All actors would love to play author-backed characters and at the same time, commercial films are important. I'm not saying that commercial films cannot have well-written characters. I've played a few well-written characters in commercial films," she notes. According to her, the definition of commercial films depends on the range of audiences it reaches. "For that matter, any film that reaches beyond a certain number of people is, in a way, commercial. My goal is to do meaningful characters in films that reach as many people as possible," she notes. While some roles might be stereotypical, she says the decision to take up the film isn't always about the character. "Sometimes, it's simply a good project. Other times, it's about the team. I try to find projects that offer a balance between the two, so I can enjoy the best of both worlds," she elaborates. The actor's filmography has been shaped by a diverse group of established filmmakers like Puri Jagannadh, Krishna Vamsi, Gunasekhar, Pa Ranjith, and Sundar C. On how the experiences taught her to adapt herself as an actor, she shares, "Every time you work with these directors, you step into their world—their vision, their style, their way of working, and I absolutely love that. Every film has a different vibe." Catherine has also appeared on special numbers. Does she feel that it panders to the male gaze and objectifies women? 'Don't you think, in some way, everything panders to the male gaze?' she questions. 'When a beautiful female actor appears in any scene, people tend to focus on her appearance and appreciate the fact that she's beautiful. It really depends on the perception of the viewer.' On that note, Catherine feels that the Aranmanai director has a great sense of aesthetics. "I think that's really important. Glamour, to me, is anything that looks good. I don't think it is limited to just skin show. You can be draped in a beautiful saree and still look absolutely glamorous. As long as it's not vulgar, I don't think there's a question of objectification," she reflects. However, she clarifies that she is speaking only for herself and acknowledges that objectification does exist in many songs. Catherine confesses that over her 15-year-long career, she has learnt to be more patient and grown to be more appreciative of the craft of acting. "Acting gives me a lot of freedom as I get to do things I wouldn't normally do in real life. As a person, I'm quite shy. But when I'm playing a character who's loud or doing these vibrant songs—those are things that I'd never do," she says, mentioning that there's a certain joy in stepping outside herself. "Going forward, I want to choose well-written roles that also have strong commercial appeal," she says before signing off.
