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News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
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Sirai First Look: Lokesh Kanagaraj Teases Gritty Avatar Of Vikram Prabhu, LK Akshay Kumar
Last Updated: Director Lokesh Kanagaraj unveiled the first look of Sirai, starring Vikram Prabhu and debutant L K Akshay Kumar. The film is inspired by real incidents. Ace director Lokesh Kanagaraj on Saturday released the first look of director Suresh Rajakumari's Sirai, featuring actors Vikram Prabhu and L K Akshay Kumar in the lead. The film has been produced by well known producer S S Lalit Kumar's Seven Screen Studios. Taking to his timeline on X, director Lokesh Kanagaraj said, 'Glad to unveil the First Look of #Sirai. My hearty wishes to @lk_Akshay Kumar on his debut, @iamVikramPrabhu and the entire cast and crew. All the very best. And Lalit sir, a very Happy Birthday @7screenstudio @Jagadishbliss." Glad to unveil the First Look of #Sirai 🤗My hearty wishes to @lk_akshaykumar on his debut, @iamVikramPrabhu and the entire cast and crew all the very best🤗❤️ And Lalit sir a very Happy Birthday 🤗🤗 @7screenstudio @Jagadishbliss — Lokesh Kanagaraj (@Dir_Lokesh) August 9, 2025 The story of the film, inspired by real life incidents, is by director Tamizh, best known for having directed the critically acclaimed film 'Taanakaran'. Tamizh is believed to have come up with this story based on a personal experience. Director Suresh Rajakumari, the co-director of well known director Vetrimaran, has written and directed this film, which will revolve around a police officer and a suspect in custody. Vikram Prabhu plays the lead in this film and actress Anantha plays his pair in the film, which will also mark the debut of producer SS Lalit Kumar's son, L K Akshay Kumar, as an actor. Actress Anishma plays Akshay Kumar's pair in the film. Sources say producer S S Lalit Kumar has spared no expense for this big budget film, which boasts of an exceptional technical team. The film has music by well known music director Justin Prabhakaran. Cinematography for the film is by Madesh Manickam. Editing for the film is by one of the best in the business, Philomin Raj. Stunts have been choreographed by Prabhu. The film has Arun K and Manikandan as its two executive producers. Shooting for the film, which took place at various places including Chennai, Sivagangai and Vellore, has now been completed. The film is now in its final phase of post production. First Published: August 09, 2025, 13:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.


Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Baahubali' actress Anushka Shetty pens post of gratitude to her guru Bharat Thakur on Guru Purnima
Picture Credit: X One of Telugu cinema's top actresses Anushka Shetty has now penned a heartfelt post of gratitude to her guru , Bharat Thakur , on the occasion of Guru Purnima . She also thanked her parents, family and everybody who had helped her be the person she was on the occasion. Taking to her Instagram timeline, Anushka Shetty put out a post that read, "To my guru (folded hands image) Bharat Thakur (folded hands image) for his grace and guidance always, to my parents, my family, my dear one... to every person known/unknown, to moments/situations each day... all of which that has just helped me grow, helped me learn/unlearn... helped me be who I am and the journey you very much. Happy Guru Purnima." On the work front, Anushka Shetty will next be seen in director Krish Jagarlamudi 's eagerly-awaited action thriller 'Ghaati'. The film, which features Tamil actor Vikram Prabhu along with Anushka Shetty in the lead, was originally supposed to release on July 11. However, the makers recently chose to postpone its release on Saturday. Taking to its social media pages, UV Creations, one of the production houses producing the film, posted a statement with the title, "A Note from the Heart of Ghaati." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 짙어지는 기미, '이렇게' 하니 사라지더라구요 에스테틱최원장 Undo In it, the production house said, "Cinema is a living river.. sometimes it rushes forward, sometimes it pauses to gather depth. Ghaati is not just a film; it's a mountain echo, a wild breeze, a story carved from stone and soil. "To honour every frame, every breath, we have chosen to hold its flight a little longer in our embrace. We believe this wait will make the experience richer, more intense, more unforgettable. "Thank you for your love, your patience, and for walking these winding trails with us. Until the mountains call again... we remain yours, Team Ghaati." Presented by UV Creations and produced by Rajeev Reddy and Sai Babu Jagarlamudi, 'Ghaati' is the second collaboration between Anushka Shetty and director Krish, following the success of their blockbuster film 'Vedam'. Interestingly, the film will be Anushka's fourth film with UV Creations. The makers have already disclosed that Vikram Prabhu plays the male lead character of Desi Raju in the film. In an exclusive interview to IANS, Vikram Prabhu had disclosed that he had lost eight kilos for his role in the film. The tagline "Victim, Criminal, Legend" speaks of the film's unique narrative, one that explores the fine lines between good and evil, survival and morality. 'Ghaati' promises to be an intense journey into the darker realms of human nature, where characters must confront their pasts, make impossible choices, and ultimately seek redemption. Cinematographer Manojh Reddy Katasani will bring to life the world of 'Ghaati' with his striking visuals, while Nagavelli Vidya Sagar's music will seek to amplify its intense mood. Art direction for the film is by National Award winner Thota Tharrani and editing is by Chanakya Reddy Toorupu and Venkat N Swamy. With Sai Madhav Burra contributing sharp dialogues, the film promises to engage audiences with its powerful storytelling. In another news, Anushka Shetty, who mesmerized audiences as Devasena in 'Baahubali', the movie marks 10 years since the film's release today.


News18
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Anushka Shetty's Ghaati Release Pushed Further, Producers Break Silence
The release of Ghaati, starring Anushka Shetty and Vikram Prabhu, has been postponed from July 11, 2025, due to pending production work. The release of Ghaati, starring Anushka Shetty and Vikram Prabhu, has been postponed yet again. Originally scheduled to hit cinemas on July 11, 2025, the film will now arrive later than planned, owing to pending production work. In a statement issued by the makers, the team cited the need for additional time to complete key portions of the film and ensure a high-quality final product. They also thanked fans for their patience and promised an update on the new release date soon. The production house, UV Creations, shared an official note on their X (formerly Twitter) handle saying, 'Cinema is a living river.. sometimes it rushes forward, sometimes it pauses to gather depth. Ghaati is not just a film; it's a mountain echo, a wild breeze, a story carved from stone and soil. To honour every frame, every breath, we have chosen to hold its flight a little longer in our embrace. We believe this wait will make the experience richer, more intense, more unforgettable. Thank you for your love and patience." Take a look: This marks the second time Ghaati has faced a delay. The film was originally set to release on April 18, 2025, but was later pushed to July 11. Presented by UV Creations and produced by Rajeev Reddy and Sai Babu Jagarlamudi, Ghaati marks the second collaboration between Anushka Shetty and director Krish Jagarlamudi. The duo previously worked together on the critically acclaimed blockbuster Vedam. The technical crew of Ghaati brings together some of the industry's finest talents. Manojh Reddy Katasani handles the cinematography, while the music is composed by Nagavelli Vidya Sagar. The film's visual design is shaped by veteran art director Thota Tharrani, with editing by Chanakya Reddy Toorupu and Venkat N Swamy. Ghaati is being released in multiple languages including Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. Meanwhile, Anushka Shetty was last seen in the 2023 romantic comedy Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty, where she starred opposite Naveen Polishetty. First Published:


India Today
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Anushka Shetty's Ghaati release gets postponed again, producers issue statement
The release of Anushka Shetty and Vikram Prabhu's action-drama 'Ghaati' has been postponed yet again. In an official statement, the producers cited the reasons behind the film, which was earlier scheduled to release on July 11, 2025, has now been pushed further due to some pending production work. The production house, UV Creations, shared an official note on its X handle and wrote, "Cinema is a living river.. sometimes it rushes forward, sometimes it pauses to gather depth. Ghaati is not just a film; it's a mountain echo, a wild breeze, a story carved from stone and soil. To honour every frame, every breath, we have chosen to hold its flight a little longer in our embrace. We believe this wait will make the experience richer, more intense, more unforgettable. Thank you for your love and patience (sic)."advertisementTake a look at the statement here: (UV Creations issued an official note about the reason behind delay in 'Ghaati' release. (Credit: X/UV_Creations) This is the second time that the movie's release has been postponed. 'Ghaati' was originally scheduled to release on April 18 this year. However, the release was later by UV Creations and produced by Rajeev Reddy and Sai Babu Jagarlamudi, 'Ghaati' is the second collaboration between Anushka Shetty and director Krish Jagarlamudi, following the success of their blockbuster film 'Vedam'.The earlier poster with the words 'victim, criminal, legend' and recent glimpses show that the film tells a dark and gripping story about a woman who changes from a victim to a criminal mastermind in the illegal cannabis film's cinematography is by Manojh Reddy Katasani, while Nagavelli Vidya Sagar composed the music. Art direction is handled by Thota Tharrani, and editing by Chanakya Reddy Toorupu and Venkat N Swamy. 'Ghaati' is set to release in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and was last seen in 'Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty' (2023), a romantic comedy opposite Naveen Polishetty.- Ends


Time of India
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Release of Anushka Shetty, Vikram Prabhu-starrer 'Ghaati' postponed
The release of director Krish Jagarlamudi 's eagerly-awaited action thriller 'Ghaati', featuring actors Anushka Shetty and Vikram Prabhu in the lead, has been postponed, its makers announced on Saturday. The film was supposed to hit screens on July 11 this year. Taking to its social media pages, UV Creations, one of the production houses producing the film, posted a statement that was titled, "A Note from the Heart of Ghaati." In it, the production house said, "Cinema is a living river.. sometimes it rushes forward, sometimes it pauses to gather depth. Ghaati is not just a film; it's a mountain echo, a wild breeze, a story carved from stone and soil. "To honour every frame, every breath, we have chosen to hold its flight a little longer in our embrace. We believe this wait will make the experience richer, more intense, more unforgettable. "Thank you for your love, your patience, and for walking these winding trails with us. Until the mountains call again... we remain yours, Team Ghaati." This is the second time that the release of the film has been postponed. The film, which has triggered huge expectations among fans and film buffs, was originally scheduled to release on April 18 this year. However, the makers decided to postpone the release of the film. In June this year, the makers announced that the film would hit screens on July 11. However, they have again postponed the release of the film. Ghaati | Song - Sailore (Lyrical) Presented by UV Creations and produced by Rajeev Reddy and Sai Babu Jagarlamudi, 'Ghaati' is the second collaboration between Anushka Shetty and director Krish, following the success of their blockbuster film 'Vedam'. Interestingly, the film will be Anushka's fourth film with UV Creations. The makers have already disclosed that Tamil actor Vikram Prabhu plays the male lead character of Desi Raju in the film. In an exclusive interview, Vikram Prabhu had disclosed that he had lost eight kilos for his role in the film. The tagline "Victim, Criminal, Legend" speaks of the film's unique narrative, one that explores the fine lines between good and evil, survival and morality. 'Ghaati' promises to be an intense journey into the darker realms of human nature, where characters must confront their pasts, make impossible choices, and ultimately seek redemption. Cinematographer Manojh Reddy Katasani will bring to life the world of 'Ghaati' with his striking visuals, while Nagavelli Vidya Sagar's music will seek to amplify its intense mood. Art direction for the film is by National Award winner Thota Tharrani and editing is by Chanakya Reddy Toorupu and Venkat N Swamy. With Sai Madhav Burra contributing sharp dialogues, the film promises to engage audiences with its powerful storytelling.