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Hans India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
OTT line-up shines bright with action, thrills and animated fun
The second week of August 2025 is set to thrill OTT audiences with a diverse slate of releases across genres and platforms. From DreamWorks Animation's lighthearted Dog Man on Jio Hotstar to Netflix's espionage-packed Saare Jahan Se Accha, viewers can expect everything from animated comedy to high-stakes spy drama. Sci-fi horror takes center stage with Alien: Earth on Jio Hotstar, while ZEE5's Tehran delivers tense international intrigue. ETV Win rounds out the week with Constable Kanakam, a gritty small-town cop drama headlined by Varsha Bollamma. Jio Hotstar Dog Man- August 11 DreamWorks Animation's Dog Man, an animated superhero comedy based on Dav Pilkey's beloved graphic novels, has charmed audiences worldwide. Directed and co-written by Peter Hastings, the Captain Underpants spin-off features voices from Pete Davidson, Lil Rel Howery, Isla Fisher, Lucas Hopkins Calderon, and Ricky Gervais. Produced by Karen Foster, Dog Man blends slapstick humor with heart, proving a hit for kids and nostalgic fans of Pilkey's universe alike. Alien: Earth- August 13 FX is set to unleash Alien: Earth, a highly anticipated American science fiction horror series from creator Noah Hawley, on August 12, 2025. Serving as a prequel to Ridley Scott's 1979 classic Alien, the series is set in 2120—two years before the events of the original film. Starring Sydney Chandler, Timothy Olyphant, Alex Lawther, Samuel Blenkin, Essie Davis, and Adarsh Gourav, the story follows the crew of the space vessel Maginot after it crash-lands on Earth. A young woman and a team of tactical soldiers make a shocking discovery that brings humanity face-to-face with its deadliest threat. Netflix Saare Jahan Se Accha- August 13 Netflix is set to release Saare Jahan Se Accha, a Hindi-language action thriller series created by Gaurav Shukla, in 2025. The show follows a resilient Indian spy who faces off against his formidable counterpart across the border in a tense game of wits and tradecraft, aiming to sabotage a dangerous nuclear program. Promising a gripping blend of espionage, strategy, and suspense, the series will delve into the covert world of intelligence operations, with high emotional stakes and a race against time. It marks Netflix's latest addition to its growing lineup of original Indian thrillers. Zee 5 Tehran- August 14 Tehran, an upcoming Hindi-language action thriller, is set to debut on ZEE5 on August 14, 2025. Directed by Arun Gopalan and produced by Dinesh Vijan, Shobhna Yadav, and Sandeep Leyzell, the film features John Abraham, Neeru Bajwa, and Manushi Chhillar in pivotal roles. Inspired by the 2012 attacks on Israeli diplomats, Tehran weaves a gripping tale of espionage, international intrigue, and high-stakes action. The film promises to deliver a tense, fast-paced narrative as it explores the shadowy world of covert operations against a volatile geopolitical backdrop. ETV Win Constable Kanakam- August 14 Directed by Prasanth Kumar Dimmala, Constable Kanakam marks a significant departure for actress Varsha Bollamma, who steps into her first serious role after a career in romantic and family dramas. The film's music is composed by Suresh Bobbili, with cinematography by Sriram Mukkupati. The story follows a determined small-town female cop who cracks a challenging case using her intelligence and perseverance. Rajeev Kanakala plays a pivotal role, while the film is produced by Kovelamudi Satya Saibaba and Veturi Hemanth Kumar on a modest budget.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Chiranjeevi unveils trailer of Varsha Bollamma's ‘Constable Kanakam'
The trailer of the upcoming action thriller Constable Kanakam, headlined by actress Varsha Bollamma, was officially launched by Megastar Chiranjeevi at a special event in Hyderabad. Directed by Prashanth Kumar Dimmala and produced by Kovelamudi Satya Sai Baba and Vemuri Hemanth Kumar, the series will stream on ETV Win from August 14, with the first episode available for free. Varsha Bollamma expressed her pride in playing the titular role, calling it 'an honor' and thanking the cast, crew, and ETV Win team for their support. She noted that the series would 'increase the respect of a girl' and praised co-stars Rajeev Kanakala and Srinivas Avasarala for their warmth and professionalism. Director Prashanth Kumar said he was grateful to Chiranjeevi for launching the trailer and to the producers for believing in the story. He described Constable Kanakam as a gripping crime thriller supported by stellar performances and Suresh Bobbili's compelling music. ETV Win executives highlighted that the series marks their platform's first crime thriller and promised a rewatchable experience. Rajeev Kanakala predicted that Varsha's performance would make her 'a big star,' while Srinivas Avasarala called the role 'surprising and unique.' Constable Kanakam premieres on August 14 exclusively on ETV Win, promising a female-led action drama packed with suspense and strong performances.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Thammudu' box office collections day 2: Nithiin starrer struggles; Collects Rs 3.05 cr
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) 'Thammudu', starring Nithiin and Varsha Bollamma , is off to a subdued start at the box office. After earning Rs 1.90 crore on its opening day, the film witnessed a dip on Saturday, collecting around Rs 1.15 crore, as per early estimates by the Sacnilk website. That brings its total two-day collection to Rs 3.05 crore across India. Occupancy fails to pick up across key cities On Saturday, the film recorded an overall Telugu occupancy of just 14.46%. Morning shows started slow at 11.44%, and even by night, occupancy hovered around 16.68%. Major centres like Hyderabad saw slightly better turnout (15.25% overall), but cities like Bengaluru and Vijayawada remained weak. Chennai, interestingly, showed a relatively higher response with an overall 20.25% occupancy, thanks in part to interest in regional crossover actors like Sapthami Gowda. Still, the numbers weren't enough to make a real impact on Day 2 totals. Thammudu - Official Trailer Can Sunday offer some relief? With Sunday being the final push for weekend collections, all eyes are now on whether Thammudu can recover some ground before weekdays kick in. A good Sunday could take the film past Rs 5 crore, but that depends heavily on stronger word-of-mouth and improved turnout in Tier-2 towns. ETimes review for the film reads, "On the technical front, the film is visually appealing, with cinematographer KV Guhan capturing the tribal locales with flair. Ajaneesh Loknath's background score is atmospheric but rarely elevates the emotional beats. The action choreography is stylised, though several sequences stretch believability, further distancing the viewer from the story's emotional core. Thammudu had all the ingredients for a stirring emotional-action drama, but in trying too hard to be everything, it ends up being less than the sum of its parts. A film that had the potential to hit the bullseye sadly misses the mark." At the moment, 'Thammudu' appears to be facing an uphill battle at the box office. Despite a promising cast and familiar genre elements, the film hasn't quite clicked with the audience — at least not yet.
