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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Siddhu Jonnalagadda returns Rs 4 crore fee after 'Jack' flops at box office: Reports
's latest film 'Jack' failed to meet expectations at the box office, resulting in a disappointing run despite the hype surrounding its release. Now reports suggest that the actor has returned a part of his fee back to the producers. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Directed by the film was eagerly awaited due to Siddhu's previous successes with movies like 'DJ Tillu' and 'Tillu Square'. However, Jack struggled to connect with audiences, earning only around Rs 8-9 crores worldwide as per Sacnilk, which fell far short of the projections. Siddhu returns Rs 4 crore As per a Gulte report, Siddhu Jonnalagadda has taken responsibility for the film's failure. The actor has returned nearly half of his remuneration, amounting to Rs 4 crores, to help ease the burden on the film's makers. The film's underperformance upon its release on April 10, led to criticism and disappointment among viewers, who found the story confusing and the overall execution lacking. Despite the setback, 'Jack' later made its OTT debut on Netflix. Plot of the film The film is a spy action comedy that follows the story of Pablo Neruda, also known as Jack. Jack is a highly skilled but unconventional individual who aspires to become a RAW (Research and Analysis Wing) agent. Despite being an engineering topper, he rejects traditional job offers, keeping his true ambitions secret from his worried father. The film stars , Prakash Raj and others in key roles. What's next for Siddhu? Looking ahead, Siddhu is gearing up for his next project, 'Telusu Kada', a Telugu romantic film directed and written by Neeraja Kona. The movie features Siddhu alongside leading actresses Raashii Khanna and Srinidhi Shetty. 'Telusu Kada' is scheduled to be released on October 17, 2025.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Siddhu's ‘Telusu Kada' set for a Diwali delight
Star Boy Siddhu Jonnalagadda is all set to charm audiences once again with his upcoming romantic drama Telusu Kada, which marks the directorial debut of renowned stylist Neeraja Kona. Backed by TG Vishwa Prasad and TG Krithi Prasad under the People Media Factory banner, the film stars Raashi Khanna and Srinidhi Shetty as the leading ladies. In a vibrant announcement, the makers revealed that Telusu Kada will hit theatres on October 17, 2025, just ahead of Diwali. Set against the festive backdrop, the film promises a 'Diwali Dhamaka' filled with heart, humour, and an emotional rollercoaster, capitalising on the extended four-day holiday weekend. The release date poster is a colourful visual feast, filled with sunshine tones and stylish costumes that pull viewers into the lively world of Telusu Kada. The announcement video, teasing a love triangle, offers a glimpse into the film's emotional conflict — with Siddhu's character caught between two strong women. Neeraja Kona's debut adds a fresh, bold voice to Telugu cinema, weaving themes of relationships, self-love, and sacrifice into an unpredictable yet emotionally rich narrative. Producer Krithi Prasad has played a pivotal role in shaping the project from conception to execution, ensuring creative alignment throughout. Siddhu, known for his effortless energy and relatability, takes on a new-age hero's role, while Viva Harsha plays a significant supporting part. The film also features a top-notch technical crew, including cinematographer Gnana Shekar Baba, music director Thaman S, editor Naveen Nooli, and production designer Avinash Kolla. Costumes are curated by Sheetal Sharma.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Siddu Jonnalagadda's romantic drama 'Telusu Kada' starring Raashi Khanna and Srinidhi Shetty gets a release date; deets inside
Picture Credit: X Star Boy Siddu Jonnalagadda is gearing up for his upcoming film 'Telusu Kada', where he stars opposite two leading ladies, Raashi Khanna and Srinidhi Shetty . Currently, the film is in the production phase and the makers announced the release date of the film. The makers recently announced that 'Telusu Kada' will hit theaters on October 17, 2025, which coincides with a four-day holiday weekend thanks to Diwali celebrations. The makers shared a video and wrote, "Two times the fun. Two times the chaos. And an infinite loop of love #TelusuKada - #LoveU2 Bringing the celebration early this Diwali #TelusuKada Grand Release Worldwide on October 17th". In the video, Siddhu is seen speaking with Srinidhi on a video, after a while Raashi videos call Siddhu and they are seen having a lively and entertaining chat, which hints at the funny and romantic vibe of the film. The makers also shared another poster which shows Siddu in a stylish sherwani, exuding charm and confidence amidst a lush green backdrop. This vibrant imagery reflects the film's essence—a story about a man torn between two women, played by Srinidhi Shetty and Raashi Khanna. A teaser video shared alongside the poster hints at the emotional and romantic complexities Siddu's character faces, setting the tone for a thoughtful love story. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One of the Most Successful Investors of All Time, Warren Buffett, Recommends: 5 Books for Turning... Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Click Here Undo This new-age romance marks the directorial debut of Neeraja Kona , who is known for her work as a stylist and is now stepping behind the camera to tell a fresh, engaging story. The music of the film is composed by Thaman. Cinematography is handled by Gnana Shekar. 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 .
Economic Times
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Do you know HIT 3 actress, Srinidhi Shetty, is an ex-Accenture techie? Check qualifications of KGF 3 star
Srinidhi Shetty, once an engineer, transitioned to acting after winning a beauty pageant. She debuted in the blockbuster KGF opposite Yash, impressing audiences with her performance. Now, Srinidhi is set to appear in HIT 3 with Nani, playing his wife. The film follows Arjun Sarkaar's investigation of serial murders. Srinidhi also has upcoming projects like Telusu Kada and Kichcha 47. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Srinidhi is a techie from Bengaluru Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Srinidhi Shetty's work Long before the cameras started rolling and the spotlight followed her every move, Srinidhi Shetty was living a very different life — as an engineering graduate working at Accenture . Behind the routine of corporate life, however, was a dream that never dimmed. That dream took flight after she won a beauty pageant in 2016, catching the eye of the KGF makers, who offered her a role that would change her life forever. As Srinidhi once shared, she didn't think twice before jumping into films — a decision that kickstarted her dazzling journey in many know that the stunning actress is an engineer by qualification. Srinidhi holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Jain University, Bangalore. Alongside her academic achievements, she made waves in the modelling world — winning titles like Miss Karnataka, Miss Beautiful Smile, and becoming the first runner-up and Miss Congeniality at Miss Queen of India. While she briefly juggled a career at Accenture, it was clear that Srinidhi was destined for something far beyond the corporate silver screen debut couldn't have been more spectacular. Srinidhi made her entry into films with the blockbuster KGF, starring opposite Yash. As Reena, Srinidhi portrayed a character full of grace, independence, and subtle arrogance — a perfect contrast to Yash's wild and fearless Rocky. Despite having no acting experience, she impressed everyone with her expressive performance, relying more on emotions than dialogues. Srinidhi credits director Prashanth Neel for mentoring her and making her feel at ease on Srinidhi is all set to expand her horizons with her much-awaited Telugu debut, HIT 3 , opposite Nani . Slated to release on May 1, 2025, the film is already generating major buzz. Srinidhi plays a pivotal role as Nani's wife, even though the promos have kept her character under wraps. Talking about the project, she shared that when someone like Nani offers you a film, you just take it without a second by Sailesh Kolanu , HIT 3 follows the story of Arjun Sarkaar, an SP transferred from Visakhapatnam to Jammu and Kashmir to investigate a chilling string of serial murders. With intense action, gripping drama, and Srinidhi's powerful screen presence, HIT 3 promises to be a thrilling HIT 3, Srinidhi has an exciting lineup. She will soon be seen in Telusu Kada opposite Siddhu Jonnalagadda and Raashii Khanna, and she is also part of Kichcha 47 alongside Kichcha Sudeep . She will also star opposite Yash KGF
