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The Hindu
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Vishwak Sen launches multilingual thriller ‘#CULT', inspired by real events
Actor and director Vishwak Sen has announced his next directorial project titled #CULT. The film was formally launched on Sunday at Ramanaidu Studios, with producer Allu Aravind attending the event and giving the ceremonial first clap. Principal photography began the same day. #CULT is being produced by Karate Raju and Sandeep Kakarala under the banners of Tarak Cinemas and Vanmaye Creations. It marks Sen's third directorial effort after Falaknuma Das and Das Ka Dhamki. Described by the makers as a 'new-age party thriller,' the film is reportedly based on real-life events. Mass Ka Das #VishwakSen coming up this time with his third directorial, a wild new-age PARTY THRILLER🔥#CULT ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥 Shoot begins today with a grand pooja ceremony 💥 Written and Directed by @VishwakSenActor Produced by #TarakCinemas@ — VanmayeCreations (@VanmayeCreation) May 11, 2025 Vishwak Sen has written the story, with dialogue by filmmaker Tharun Bhascker. The team also includes Ravi Basrur as music composer and Arvind Vishwanathan as cinematographer. The first poster, released at the launch, shows a masked figure amid a disordered celebration. While details of the cast have not been disclosed yet, production is underway. The film is planned for a multilingual release in Telugu, Hindi, Japanese, Spanish, and English, with the makers aiming to reach a broader international audience.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Vishwak Sen gears up for a daring comeback with 'Cult'; shoot begins
Following the underwhelming response to 'Laila', actor is making a bold move with his latest film 'Cult'. Determined to bounce back stronger, he is taking the reins as director once again for what will be his third directorial venture. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Critics may have doubted him after 'Laila', but with 'Cult', Vishwak Sen appears ready to silence detractors and reclaim his place in the spotlight with something audacious and unconventional. A grand launch ceremony kicks off a project that breaks regional barriers The film officially began its journey today with a grand pooja ceremony, signaling the start of shoot. What sets 'Cult' apart is its international vision, this is not just another regional release. Alongside Telugu and Hindi, the film is slated for a multilingual rollout in Spanish, Japanese, and English. Interestingly, it skips major South Indian languages like Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada, a bold and strategic choice that has already caught industry attention. Tarun Bhaskar joins the team as dialogue writer 'Cult' will also mark a unique collaboration between Vishwak Sen and acclaimed filmmaker Tarun Bhaskar, who has penned the dialogues. The film, said to be inspired by a true incident in Vietnam, stars Gayatri Bharadwaj and Yagnya Turlapati as the female leads. It promises a gripping and intense narrative, and Vishwak Sen has revealed that he will introduce more than 20 new actors to the screen, an impressive step towards nurturing fresh talent. A power-packed production team and fresh faces add weight to this ambitious vision Backed by a leading production house, 'Cult' will feature music by Ravi Basrur, known for his high-octane compositions in the KGF series . With its international scope, fresh casting choices, and powerful team, 'Cult' is shaping up to be one of Vishwak Sen's most ambitious projects yet. All eyes are now on how this film will unfold, both in India and abroad.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sailesh Kolanu, director, asks the under-18 audience to stay away from 'HIT 3,' starring Nani
's upcoming action thriller ' HIT: The Third Case ', directed by , has been granted an 'A' certificate by the (CBFC), restricting the audience to adults only. Recently the director shared some words with the under-18 viewers. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now During a recent pre-release event of the film, the director Sailesh Kolanu addressed the audience, especially the under-18 viewers, explaining that the film contains significant violent content and is therefore unsuitable for minors. He expects the young viewers to stay away from the film responsibly. As per a Pinkvilla report, he said, "The film is going to be violent. So, for under-18 audiences, it may not be a suitable watch. So very responsibly, we're telling, 'Under-18, stay away from 'HIT 3'." The 'HIT' franchise, known for its gripping crime thrillers, has gained a loyal fan base with its first two installments starring Vishwak Sen and Adivi Sesh. In this third chapter, Nani takes the lead as Arjun Sarkaar, a fierce and determined cop who is on the trail of brutal serial killers. The film promises a dark and intense narrative, with a runtime of approximately two hours and 37 minutes. Nani himself shared the certification news on social media, posting a poster featuring a bold 'A' along with a warning that the film features violent content. The event was graced by celebrated filmmaker SS Rajamouli, who served as the chief guest, along with actors Adivi Sesh and Vishwak Sen, both of whom had previously led the earlier installments of the 'HIT' franchise. In the third part Nani stars as Arjun Sarkaar, a fierce and uncompromising cop tasked with investigating a series of brutal murders. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The story takes the audience from Visakhapatnam to Jammu and Kashmir, where Arjun faces relentless challenges in tracking down serial killers. The film also stars Srinidhi Shetty plays the female lead, while the supporting cast includes , Maganti Srinath, Adil Pala, and Brahmaji. It will be released on May 1, 2025.
