
Tamil cinema's prominent actress Nayanthara has earned her place as the "Lady Superstar." Known across Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi cinema, she has garnered a Pan-India fan base. Recently, news emerged that a documentary based on her life, titled Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale, is in the works. Netflix recently released the trailer, where Nayanthara shared several interesting insights about her life and career.



Praise from Nagarjuna and Rana



Netflix’s documentary, Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale, offers a glimpse into Nayanthara's personal and professional journey. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Gautham Menon, it’s set to start streaming on November 18. The trailer released by Netflix features various actors sharing their admiration for Nayanthara. Nagarjuna mentioned the challenges she has faced in her life, while Rana acknowledged her title as "Lady Superstar." Kannada actor Upendra, Tamil actress Radhika, and director Atlee shared their memories and relationship with Nayanthara, adding warmth to the trailer.




https://twitter.com/NetflixIndia/status/1855121339474120928




An Emotional Lady Superstar



Nayanthara’s husband, director Vignesh, shared how their love story began. Nayanthara, too, spoke about critical phases of her life, saying she has often trusted people too quickly. She addressed past rumors, like the one claiming her last film would be Sri Rama Rajyam, and others that unfairly commented on her appearance. Recalling how these stories frightened her mother, Nayanthara was moved to tears. Nayanthara's mother also expressed her unwavering faith in her daughter.




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6Bub3nu0vo




Veiled Digs at Simbu and Prabhu Deva?



Before her marriage to Vignesh, Nayanthara was in relationships with Simbu and Prabhu Deva. Her romance with Simbu blossomed during Vallabha, as widely reported at the time. Later, she was romantically linked with the award-winning choreographer Prabhu Deva, and they were often seen together, sparking rumors about marriage. However, both relationships ended. During the shooting of Nenu Rowdy Ne, she met Vignesh, which led to love and, eventually, marriage. In the latest documentary trailer, Nayanthara’s comment about "trusting people too quickly" is widely believed by fans to hint at Simbu and Prabhu Deva. It remains to be seen if the full documentary will delve into these past relationships.







Nayanthara in Full Swing



Nayanthara’s film career is currently thriving. Last year, she entered the ₹1000 crore club with Jawan, starring alongside Shah Rukh Khan. The same year, she captivated audiences in the female-oriented film Annapoorani. Currently, she’s busy with five major projects, including Test, Mannangatti Since 1960, Thani Oruvan 2, and Mookuthi Amman 2 in Tamil, and Dear Students in Malayalam. All these projects are in production and are expected to release later this year and next. In 2022, she married director Vignesh in a family ceremony, and the couple now has two sons through surrogacy.






Inside Nayanthara's Journey: Netflix's 'Beyond the Fairy Tale' Unveils the Life of India's Lady Superstar


Liplock scenes in movies hold a certain allure. These scenes, which express one character's love for another, used to create quite a sensation. However, they have now become common in modern cinema. Many star heroines have publicly stated they are ready to perform liplock scenes if the story and situation demand it, and they have stuck to their word. Let's see which star heroines in Tollywood have performed in liplock scenes and in which movies.



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Samantha



Samantha made her mark as a heroine with the film "Ye Maaya Chesave," where she delivered a stunning performance alongside Naga Chaitanya. Their kiss scenes, especially one in a train scene, became hugely popular among the youth. Recently, Samantha also performed a liplock scene with Vijay Deverakonda in the film "Kushi."




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Kajal Aggarwal



Kajal Aggarwal shared a liplock scene with Mahesh Babu. In the film "Businessman," during the song "Chandamama Navve," Mahesh kissed Kajal, which was quite a sensation at the time. She also had another liplock scene with Mahesh in the film "Brahmotsavam" and with Allu Arjun in a lift scene in "Arya 2."




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Nayanthara



In the film "Vallabha," Nayanthara went all out with actor Simbu. She performed the liplock scenes without any hesitation. At that time, there were rumors about their relationship, which she seemed unfazed by in her performances.




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Rashmika Mandanna



National crush, Rashmika Mandanna, also starred in two films where she dazzled in kiss scenes. She appeared in "Dear Comrade" with Vijay Deverakonda and recently in "Animal" with Ranbir Kapoor.




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https://youtu.be/Ma8GcZXvKeM?si=NfAYyztDJ4AtkNZj




Neha Shetty



Young beauty Neha Shetty delivered some romantic scenes in the film "DJ Tillu" alongside Siddhu Jonnalagadda. Notably, she gave Siddhu a deep kiss at the end of a song. She also had a liplock scene with Vishwak Sen in the song from "Gangs of Godavari."




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Ruhani Sharma



In the movie "Agra," Ruhani Sharma went beyond limits in romantic scenes. She appeared very natural while performing romance and expressions. Telugu cinema viewers were shocked to see Ruhani, who had acted decently in Telugu films, in such bold scenes in "Agra." She also appeared in a liplock scene in the music video for "Dil Se Dil."




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Ketika Sharma



Young beauty Ketika Sharma mesmerized with kiss scenes in her debut film "Romantic." She journeyed through kiss scenes with director Puri Jagannadh's son, Akash Puri, on a bus. She also appeared in a lip lock scene with Panja Vaisshnav Tej in the movie "Ranga Ranga Vaibhavanga."




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https://youtu.be/tCc3R96puEI?si=LJeyKB98VHuCCeri




Dimple Hayathi



Heroine Dimple Hayathi had a liplock scene with Vishal in the film "Saamanyudu." In theaters, she charmingly kissed hero Vishal. She also appeared in a bikini and performed intense kiss scenes in Ravi Teja's movie "Khiladi."




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Malavika Mohanan



Malayalam actress Malavika Mohanan recently stepped into Bollywood with the movie "Yudhra," performing bold scenes with hero Siddhant Chaturvedi. She had not done such intense romance scenes before. Especially in a swimming pool scene, she passionately engaged in kissing.




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Tripti Dimri



Bollywood beauty Tripti Dimri became very famous suddenly with the film "Animal." In this movie, she performed an intimate scene with Ranbir Kapoor that included a passionate liplock. She also appeared in a liplock scene with actor Vicky Kaushal in the recently released Hindi film "Bad News."




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https://youtu.be/OWBr0mtA09w?si=PYy7JvnIBwQGeS6j




Payal Rajput



Payal Rajput was introduced to the Telugu screen with "RX100," where she performed romantic scenes with hero Kartikeya and overwhelmed him with liplock kisses. She also shared her lips with a young hero in another movie, "RDX Love."




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Vaishnavi Chaitanya



Young beauty Vaishnavi Chaitanya caught everyone's attention with the movie "Baby." In it, she performed in several romantic scenes. She engaged in a liplock scene with actor Viraj in a pub and also appeared in an intimate scene that significantly raised heartbeats.




https://youtu.be/dFo8klGt58Y?si=pi-dhy59FkD9CHnu




Kavya Thapar



Glamour beauty Kavya Thapar performed a liplock scene with young hero Santosh Shoban in the film "Ek Mini Katha." In one song from the film, she engaged in intense romance.




https://youtu.be/Vbnp6wIf8XY?si=bmWPAr5lWg-YgNOn




Anupama Parameswaran



Once known for her traditional roles, Anupama Parameswaran has recently started embracing romantic scenes. In an attempt to attract the youth, she went all out in the films "Rowdy Boys" and "Tillu Square," overwhelming the heroes with kisses.




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Shalini Pandey



Actress Shalini Pandey was introduced to Tollywood with "Arjun Reddy," where she performed multiple liplock scenes with Vijay Deverakonda.




https://youtu.be/p8OExtmSVQc?si=a7d-gIT9KwGMbW0A





https://youtu.be/y9nY4xZ7d9c?si=g7NIk_s8k8M1MOm-




Sobhita Dhulipala



Prominent heroine Sobhita Dhulipala also acted in several liplock scenes. She made waves with bold scenes in the web series "Made In Heaven" and appeared in kiss scenes in the Hollywood movie "Monkey Man." It's well-known that Sobhita got engaged to Tollywood actor Naga Chaitanya.




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https://youtu.be/ui5J3MMqyks?si=ORhbahScSjs_xvLu




Maanasa Choudhary



Introduced in the film "Bubblegum" with hero Roshan Kanakala, Maanasa Choudhary acted as the heroine and performed quite a few liplock scenes. One song alone featured up to 14 liplocks.




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https://youtu.be/jK5Yz41NqSU?si=I9juu_-cUhn2NCBU



Liplock Scenes In Telugu Movies: Tollywood Heroines Hot Liplock Scenes


The controversy over the adulteration of Tirumala Laddu has caused a huge stir in Andhra Pradesh. As part of his atonement ritual, Pawan Kalyan conducted purification ceremonies at Vijayawada Kanaka Durga temple yesterday (September 24). He later spoke to the media and criticized actor Karthi and also targeted Prakash Raj harshly. In response, Karthi apologized to Pawan Kalyan through a tweet on X. Pawan Kalyan also responded on the platform, saying that he understood Karthi’s intentions. However, rumors are circulating online that Pawan did not write this post himself and that AI was used to generate his reply to Karthi.



Pawan’s AI Post?



It is known that Pawan Kalyan expressed his displeasure towards Karthi’s comments on the Tirumala Laddu controversy. Recently, Pawan posted on X, addressing Karthi, appreciating his quick response respecting the traditions. Pawan mentioned that he understood that Karthi did not intend to offend anyone. However, it is being rumored on the internet that these words were not penned by Pawan himself. Critics are claiming that Pawan used AI tools like ChatGPT to generate this tweet. Some are questioning why Pawan would act this way regarding an actor like Karthi, while others are asking if he doesn’t have the time to write his own posts.




https://twitter.com/PawanKalyan/status/1838587619745087518




Is Using ‘AI’ Wrong?



An AI detector analysis of Pawan’s post confirms that AI was indeed used. However, this is not considered wrong. Today, celebrities and politicians frequently use AI-generated content to refine their messages. They often write down their thoughts and then use AI tools to correct errors, ensuring their posts are free of spelling and grammatical mistakes. Given that their posts influence millions, they take precautions to avoid mistakes. It is possible that Pawan used an AI tool to ensure clarity in his response regarding Karthi. Furthermore, some celebrities don’t manage their own Twitter handles and hire someone for this purpose. Hence, film circles believe that there is no need to overanalyze Pawan’s AI-generated tweet.







What Did Karthi Do Wrong?



At the pre-release event of ‘Sathyam Sundaram’ on Monday, Karthi’s response to the Tirumala Laddu issue sparked controversy. When the anchor mentioned the Laddu, Karthi humorously said, “Let’s not talk about the Laddu now. It’s a sensitive topic… not for us.” Following Pawan’s criticism, Karthi responded on X, stating, “Dear Pawan Kalyan Sir, I have immense respect for you. I apologize if there was any unintended misunderstanding in my words. As a humble devotee of Lord Venkateswara, I always respect our traditions.” However, netizens are defending Karthi, saying he did not speak inappropriately and only responded because the anchor brought up the topic.




https://twitter.com/Ashwatthama2898/status/1838434828871483470




Karthi and Suriya Thank Pawan!



In his post about Karthi, Pawan Kalyan also mentioned the film ‘Sathyam Sundaram.’ He conveyed his best wishes to Suriya, Jyothika, and the film’s team on the occasion of its release, hoping for more such entertaining films from 2D Entertainment. Both Karthi and Suriya responded to Pawan’s tweet, thanking him. With positive reactions from both brothers, the controversy seems to have subsided. Netizens are appreciating how Suriya and Karthi handled the situation gracefully, understanding Pawan’s concerns.










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Amidst news that the Tirumala laddu had been desecrated, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and actor Pawan Kalyan undertook a penance. On the third day of his penance, he conducted a purification ritual at the Kanakadurga temple in Vijayawada. He personally cleaned the temple stairs, applied turmeric, and performed special rituals. Afterwards, Pawan Kalyan addressed the media and made significant remarks about actor Prakash Raj and other industry figures.



Warning to Prakash Raj!



Pawan Kalyan responded to a controversial tweet by Prakash Raj about the Tirumala laddu. He questioned Raj's involvement in the matter, asking how it could be wrong to wish for no desecration in Tirupati. He rhetorically asked if he had insulted Islam or Christianity and expressed anger over the criticism of Hindu deities. "Who are you speaking for?" he pointedly asked Raj, urging that one should speak only after understanding the issue. He declared his respect for all religions and cautioned against speaking lightly about Sanatan Dharma, emphasizing that secularism is not a one-way street. Pawan expressed his respect for Prakash Raj but warned that he would not tolerate mockery of the laddu issue.




https://twitter.com/i/status/1838470602098913294




‘I Will Not Tolerate Mockery’



Pawan Kalyan also made sharp comments directed at the cinema industry. He warned that industry members should speak respectfully or remain silent if they choose to comment. He warned that the public would not forgive mockery through their platforms. "The laddu is very sensitive," he said, indirectly warning actor Karthi after a joke about the issue, cautioning him not to dare speak in such a manner again. He expressed respect for actors but sternly stated that he would not tolerate disrespect towards Sanatan Dharma and advised everyone to think a hundred times before speaking.




https://twitter.com/i/status/1838465598713372823




‘Sanatan Dharma is Greater Than Actors’



Pawan Kalyan also addressed fans who strive hard to get movie tickets, reminding them that Hindus also watch movies and should speak up about the Tirumala laddu controversy. He questioned why people discuss movies for hours but remain silent on Sanatan Dharma, challenging them to take responsibility when such issues arise. He emphasized that Hinduism should be held in higher regard than mere celebrities and urged movie lovers to respect Hindu sentiments, expressing frustration over the common perception that Hindus are soft targets. "If you have no beliefs, stay at home but don't say anything about us or preach secularism," he asserted.







Karthi Apologizes to Pawan



During the 'Satyam Sundaram' pre-release event on Monday, actor Karthi’s comment on the Tirumala laddu issue sparked controversy. When asked about it, Karthi jokingly said, "Now is not the time to talk about laddu. It's a sensitive topic... let's avoid it." Following Pawan Kalyan's fiery response, Karthi expressed his apologies, stating, "Dear Pawan Kalyan sir, I hold deep respect for you. I apologize if my words were misunderstood. As a devout follower of Lord Venkateshwara, I always respect our traditions."




https://twitter.com/CinemaniaIndia/status/1838484585325215936




I will give you an answer once I'm back



Actor Prakash Raj responded from abroad regarding the recent comments by Powerstar Pawan Kalyan. He tweeted that he is currently overseas and will respond to Pawan Kalyan's questions after his return to India. "Mr. Pawan Kalyan, I just saw your press meet. You have misunderstood what I said. I am currently shooting abroad. I will answer all your questions after the 30th of this month when I return to India. In the meantime, please read my tweet again and try to understand," he stated.




https://twitter.com/prakashraaj/status/1838505132025168154




What Did Prakash Raj Say?



Amidst national uproar over the Tirumala laddu adulteration issue, actor Prakash Raj recently commented on Friday evening via X platform. Citing the incident in the state where Pawan Kalyan is Deputy Chief Minister, he urged, "Investigate and act against the culprits. Why are you instilling unnecessary fears and nationalizing this discussion? We have enough religious tensions in our country (thanks to your friends at the center) #JustAsking." Actor Manchu Vishnu responded, emphasizing that the Tirumala laddu is not just a sacrament but a symbol of faith for millions of Hindus. He cautioned Raj to stay within his limits.




https://twitter.com/prakashraaj/status/1837104811419775430



Pawan Kalyan Takes a Stand: Responds Strongly to Prakash Raj and Industry Critics on Tirumala Laddu Controversy


Actress Nayanthara has recently shared some special photos in celebration of her husband, director Vignesh Shivan’s birthday.







In these photos, she is seen kissing him. She captioned the photos, "Happy Birthday my everything. Words aren’t enough to express how much I love you. May God bless you to realize all your dreams."







Currently, these photos have gone viral on the internet. Fans are commenting on how cute the couple looks.







Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan first worked together on the film 'Naanum Rowdy Dhaan'. It was during this film that their friendship blossomed.







This friendship turned into love in a short time, and after about seven years of relationship, they tied the knot in 2022 with the approval of their families.







Following that, the couple became parents to twin boys via surrogacy. They named their sons Uyir Rudronil N. Shivan and Ulag Daivag N. Shivan.







As for cinema, Vignesh Shivan is currently directing 'Love Insurance Company'.







Nayanthara recently won the SIIMA Award for Best Actress for her role in 'Annapoorni'.







Nayanthara is currently busy with the films 'Test', 'Dear Students', and 'Thani Oruvan 2'.







Originally from Kerala, Nayanthara started her acting career with the Malayalam film 'Manassinakkare' in 2003, which was a major success. Since then, she has never looked back.







She has been continuously successful in Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada films, gaining a separate fan following in all languages.







This remarkable actress has also faced significant challenges in her life.







Initially, she was in a relationship with Tamil actor Simbu, but they parted ways after he publicly shared their personal photos.







She then had a relationship with actor and director Prabhu Deva during the making of the film 'Villu', which blossomed into love.







Their relationship came to the attention of Prabhu Deva’s wife, leading to a quick divorce request.







This incident left Nayanthara devastated, marking a deeply painful chapter in her life.







After her breakup with Prabhu Deva, Tamil director Vignesh Shivan entered her life. Since then, Nayanthara hasn’t had to look back, either in her career or personal life.







Currently, she is among the highest-paid actresses in the South Indian film industry, commanding remunerations between Rs. 10 crores to Rs. 12 crores per film.






Nayanthara: Romantic Photos Shared with Husband, Overloaded with Kisses and Wishes!


Rumors have been circulating for some time now about tensions between the Allu and Mega families, who were once as close as milk and water. The controversy supposedly began when Bunny supported a YSRCP candidate and even campaigned against Pawan Kalyan during the AP elections. Since then, social media has become a battleground for Allu Army and Mega fans, who have been at each other’s throats. Recently, Pawan Kalyan indirectly criticized the movie "Pushpa," which only added fuel to the fire. In this ongoing feud, Allu Arjun’s recent comments have become a hot topic in the industry and have sparked another round of fan wars on social media. The rumors have gained traction again, suggesting that the rift between the two families is growing. Netizens are beginning to suspect that the relationship between the two families might have reached a breaking point.



I’ll Come If I Like It



Allu Arjun was the chief guest at the pre-release event of the movie "Maruti Nagar Subrahmanyam," starring Rao Ramesh in a pivotal role. Director Sukumar and Allu Arjun attended the event, and the movie was presented by Sukumar's wife, Tabitha. During the event, Allu Arjun made some interesting remarks, which were seen as indirect jabs at the Mega family and their fans. He said, "Maruti Nagar Subrahmanyam is being presented by Sukumar's wife, Tabitha. While we were in the middle of the Pushpa 2 climax shoot, she came and asked Sukumar, 'If not you, who else should I invite to my movie event?' Despite being in the most challenging climax I’ve ever done, I came because she invited me. You have to show love for those you care about. If I like it, I’ll come. If my heart tells me, I’ll come." These comments quickly went viral online. People began to speculate that Bunny, who campaigned for a YSRCP candidate, could have done the same for Pawan Kalyan, which was his way of responding.




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"I’m Crazy About My Fans"



At the same pre-release event, Bunny spoke highly of his fans, the Allu Army. "My dear fans, my Army, I love you. I’m crazy about my fans. Many people become fans after seeing a hero. I became a hero after seeing my fans. Even though it’s been three years since my last movie, your love hasn’t diminished at all. I’ll forever be indebted to you. I won’t trouble you anymore. I’ll definitely make more movies and be on screen more often," he said. However, Bunny had never spoken about his fans with such passion before. Since supporting a YSRCP leader, he has been heavily targeted by Jana Sena followers and Mega fans alike, who have trolled him mercilessly on social media. During that time, the Allu Army stood by their hero and fought back valiantly, countering every criticism. Given this, Bunny may have been expressing his gratitude to his fans in his own style. Another point worth noting in Bunny's speech is that, unlike before, he specifically mentioned the Allu Army instead of addressing both Mega fans and the Allu Army together. This has led to accusations that Bunny is encouraging divisions among Mega fans.







Simple Wishes for Chiru!



Today (August 22), Mega fans are celebrating Megastar Chiranjeevi’s birthday with great enthusiasm. Fans are extending their warm wishes to the hero who has remained at the top in Telugu cinema for almost 30 years. Allu Arjun also wished the Megastar a happy birthday. However, his simple birthday wishes to the person who gave him his life have drawn criticism. Mega fans have expressed strong objections to this. Responding to X, Bunny posted, "Many happy returns of the day to our Megastar Chiranjeevi Garu." However, in the past, Bunny never posted such a simple tweet. Bunny, who usually goes all out for Chiru’s birthday, offering just simple wishes this time has led netizens to believe that the ongoing conflict between the two families might be the reason behind it.




https://twitter.com/alluarjun/status/1826438293350711467




Pawan’s Indirect Digs at Bunny!



Recently, AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan visited Karnataka and made some intriguing comments during a press meet. He remarked that 40 years ago, heroes in movies protected the forests, but now, heroes are seen cutting down trees and engaging in smuggling. Pawan Kalyan's comments went viral in Tollywood, and many speculated that he was referring to the movie "Pushpa," starring Allu Arjun. This sparked a major fan war between Jana Sena followers, Mega fans, and the Allu Army on social media.






Allu vs Mega Families: Is Allu Arjun Giving a Strong Response to the Mega Family?


For viewers eager to explore new films on OTT platforms, this week promises plenty of excitement. A variety of new Telugu films, along with dubbed movies and web series, are scheduled to stream this weekend. What are these films and series? What are their plots? Where can you watch them? We'll dive into these details in this special report.



Rakshana



The latest film starring heroine Payal Rajput as a police officer is "Rakshana." It was released in theaters on June 7 this year and has started streaming on Aha from August 1. The film is directed and produced by Prandeep Thakur. The plot follows While Kiran (Payal) was undergoing IPS training, her friend commits suicide. After taking charge as an ACP, she suspects a man named Arun. Following his suicide, Kiran gets suspended. Meanwhile, a series of suicides among young women continues. Who is responsible? How did Kiran solve this case? This is the story.







Dear Nanna



A film based on father and son sentiment, "Dear Nanna" features Chaitanya Rao and veteran actor Surya in lead roles. Directed by Anji Salad, this film, which was released on Aha on June 14, is now also streaming on ETV Win from August 1. The story unfolds with an emotional sequence between a father and son against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic. It explores the life of Chaitanya Rao, an aspiring chef, and the impact of COVID-19 on his life, highlighting the significance of medical shops and the sacrifices of their owners during that time.







Theppa Samudram



A film starring Bigg Boss fame Arjun Ambati as the lead, "Theppa Samudram '' features Kishori Dhatrik as the heroine, with Ravishankar and Chaitanyarao in key roles. Released in theaters on April 19, it will start streaming on Aha from August 3. The plot revolves around the mysterious disappearances of school children in the village of Theppa Samudram. SI Ganesh (Chaitanya Rao) steps in to investigate. Meanwhile, reporter Indu (Kishori Dhatrik) and auto driver Vijay (Arjun Ambati) also probe the case. What shocking truths do they uncover, and how does Ganesh solve the case?







Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes



For those looking for a good Hollywood movie this weekend, "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" is an excellent choice. This film will be streaming on Disney+ Hotstar from August 2, available in English, Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi. The plot centers on Proximus Caesar, who rules over the apes and seeks to annihilate humans. In an attempt to kill a young woman named Nova, a chimpanzee from Caesar’s lineage intervenes. Angered by this, Proximus Caesar engages in a fierce battle with Nova and the chimpanzee. What are the outcomes of these events, and how do they stand against Proximus?







Brinda



Along with new movies, new web series are also ready to entertain you this weekend. "Brinda," the first web series starring star heroine Trisha, is coming to OTT. Streaming begins on SonyLIV from August 2. Trisha appears as a police officer in the series. The already released trailer and teaser have heightened interest. Jayaprakash, Ravindra Vijay, Indrajith Sukumaran, and Amani play significant roles in the series.







Dune 2



Another fantastic science fiction film prepared to captivate OTT audiences this week is "Dune 2," which was made on a budget of ₹1500 crores and has already grossed nearly ₹4000 crores globally since its release on March 1 this year. It is now streaming in Telugu on Jio Cinema. After losing his father, Paul Atreides escapes from his enemies with his mother to the planet Arrakis. With certain developments, he becomes a savior to the Fremen tribe, who face threats from the Harkonnen tribe. Paul discovers that it was the Harkonnen who killed his father. What does he do next, and how does he seek his revenge?







Turbo



The latest film starring Malayalam star Mammootty, "Turbo," directed by Visakh, will begin streaming on Sony Liv from August 2. The plot follows Turbo Jose (Mammootty), a jeep driver who inadvertently gets involved in helping a friend win over his love, leading to a police case and his escape to Chennai. Subsequently, gangsters kill his friend Jerry and attempt to kill his girlfriend. How does Jose save her, and why did the gang kill Jerry? How does Jose avenge his friend's death?






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Tamil actress Nayanthara has established herself as the Lady Superstar. She has gained recognition not just in Tamil cinema but across languages like Telugu and Hindi, achieving a pan-India presence. Recently, a documentary on her life, Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale, premiered on Netflix. In connection with this documentary, Nayanthara recently criticized Tamil star Dhanush, making it a nationwide topic of discussion. Meanwhile, she also showered praise on Tollywood stars, father-son duo Megastar Chiranjeevi and Mega Power Star Ram Charan, which has garnered attention in the film industry.



"I Deeply Respect Them"



Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale started streaming on Netflix on November 18. Reflecting on the creation of this documentary and her 20-year-long career, Nayanthara expressed gratitude to those who supported her. She specifically thanked Chiranjeevi and Ram Charan, along with Bollywood Badshah Shah Rukh Khan, in a heartfelt Instagram post. Additionally, she mentioned Shah Rukh's wife, Gauri Khan, as well as notable personalities from the Telugu, Malayalam, and Tamil industries. Nayanthara appreciated how they readily contributed to the documentary without hesitation and warmly received the producers when approached. She conveyed her heartfelt thanks to them, acknowledging their valuable contributions. Nayanthara also expressed her profound respect for all of them, and her Instagram post has since gone viral.



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What Sparked the Dispute with Dhanush?



In 2015, Nayanthara starred in Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, directed by her now-husband Vignesh Shivan, with Dhanush as the producer. The movie brought many fond memories to Nayanthara, including significant acclaim as an actress and the love of her life. She wanted to highlight this film in her documentary Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale. For this, she sought Dhanush’s permission to use content related to the film. However, after two years of no response, Dhanush sent legal notices over the use of three seconds of footage from Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in the documentary’s promo. This enraged Nayanthara, prompting her to write an open letter criticizing Dhanush. She expressed heartbreak over his actions, urging him to show kindness not just in words but through actions.




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Mahesh Supports Nayanthara!



Amid the controversy between Dhanush and Nayanthara, superstar Mahesh Babu recently expressed his thoughts on the documentary. Reports suggest Mahesh was impressed by the love story between Nayanthara and Vignesh featured in Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale. He shared the documentary’s poster, featuring Nayanthara, Vignesh, and their twin boys, on his Instagram story, adding three heart emojis. This post quickly went viral, surprising many given the ongoing dispute between Dhanush and Nayanthara. Fans were also intrigued, as Mahesh and Nayanthara have never worked together in a film. Whether they will pair up on-screen in the future remains to be seen.




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The Lady Superstar on a Roll!



Nayanthara is soaring high in her film career. Last year, she joined the ₹1000 crore club with Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan. She also impressed audiences as Annapoorani in a lady-oriented film. Currently, she is busy with five exciting projects, including Test, Mannanngatti Since 1960, Thani Oruvan 2, and Mookuthi Amman 2 in Tamil. In Malayalam, she is working on Dear Students. All these films are in various stages of production and are expected to release by the end of this year or early next year. On the personal front, Nayanthara tied the knot with director Vignesh Shivan in 2022, in the presence of their families. The couple has twin boys born through surrogacy.






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Megastar Chiranjeevi has acted in nearly 50 remake films throughout his career, delivering numerous super hits and blockbusters in Telugu cinema. These remakes have been a significant factor in his rise to megastar status. Looking at the importance of remakes in his career, some were disasters, while others became industry hits.



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Bhola Shankar



This movie is a remake of the Tamil super hit film "Vedalam." It turned out to be a disaster at the box office. Bhola Shankar was directed by Meher Ramesh.







GodFather



Chiranjeevi acted in the remake of the Malayalam super hit "Lucifer." Released in 2022 during the Dasara festival under the title "GodFather," this film, directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and starring Mohanlal in Malayalam, achieved moderate success in Telugu.







Khaidi No. 150



Chiranjeevi's comeback film "Khaidi No. 150" was a remake of the Tamil super hit "Kaththi." The movie achieved massive success at the box office.







Anji



The movie "Anji," starring Chiranjeevi, was directed by Kodi Ramakrishna. Inspired by the Hollywood film "Indiana Jones," the movie turned out to be a disaster. Despite high expectations, it didn't perform well at the box office.







Shankar Dada Zindabad



Directed by Prabhudeva, "Shankar Dada Zindabad" is a remake of the Hindi super hit "Lage Raho Munna Bhai." Unfortunately, this film turned out to be a disaster.







Shankar Dada M.B.B.S



A remake of the Hindi film "Munna Bhai M.B.B.S," "Shankar Dada M.B.B.S" was a huge success in Telugu, thanks to Chiranjeevi's performance.







Tagore



A remake of the Tamil film "Ramana," "Tagore" was a blockbuster in Chiranjeevi's career. The film was directed by V. V. Vinayak.







Mrugaraju



Inspired by the Hollywood movie "The Ghost and the Darkness," "Mrugaraju" directed by Gunasekar turned out to be a disaster at the box office.







Sneham Kosam



"Sneham Kosam," directed by K. S. Ravikumar, was a remake of the Tamil movie "Natpukkaga." It didn’t achieve much commercial success.







Hitler



A remake of the Malayalam film "Hitler" starring Mammootty, this movie was another blockbuster success for Chiranjeevi, pleasing his fans with his performance.







Mugguru Monagallu



Directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, "Mugguru Monagallu" is a remake of the Hindi film "Yaadon Ki Baaraat." Despite Chiranjeevi playing three roles, the movie was not a big commercial success.







Mechanic Alludu



Inspired by the movie "Sriranganithulu," "Mechanic Alludu" failed to make a significant impact at the box office, although Chiranjeevi's performance was praised.







Aaj Ka Goonda Raaj



"Aaj Ka Goonda Raaj" is a Hindi remake of the Telugu super hit "Gang Leader." It was a major success in Hindi.



Gharana Mogudu



A remake of the Kannada film "Anuraga Aralithu," "Gharana Mogudu" brought another blockbuster success for Chiranjeevi.







Pasivadi Pranam



Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, the movie "Pasivadi Pranam," starring Megastar Chiranjeevi, was a remake of the Malayalam film "Poovinu Puthiya Poonthennal," originally starring Mammootty. "Pasivadi Pranam" was an industry hit at the box office, establishing Chiranjeevi as the number one hero in Tollywood.







Chakravarthy



Directed by Raviraja Pinishetty, the movie "Chakravarthy" was a remake of the Tamil film "Gnana Oli," starring Sivaji Ganesan. Unfortunately, the film turned out to be a disaster at the box office.







Aradhana



Directed by Bharathiraja, the movie "Aradhana" was a remake of the Tamil film "Kavithai Neram," directed by Bharathiraja and starring Sathyaraj. This film was a disaster at the box office.







Donga Mogudu



Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, the movie "Donga Mogudu" was a remake of the Hollywood film "Trading Places." It turned out to be a blockbuster at the box office. A few years later, the same concept was reworked as "Rowdy Alludu," which was also a super hit.







Veta



Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, the movie "Veta" was a remake of the Hollywood super hit "The Count of Monte Cristo." The film ended up as a disaster at the box office.







Stuartpuram Police Station



Directed by Yandamoori Veerendranath, "Stuartpuram Police Station" starring Chiranjeevi was inspired by the Hindi film "Ardh Satya" starring Om Puri. The film was a disaster at the box office.







Raja Vikramarka



Directed by Raviraja Pinishetty, "Raja Vikramarka" starring Chiranjeevi was a remake of the Tamil film "My Dear Marthandan," starring Prabhu. The film turned out to be a flop at the box office.







Pratibandh



"Pratibandh," directed by Raviraja Pinishetty, was Chiranjeevi's first Bollywood film. It was a remake of the Telugu movie "Ankusham," directed by Kodi Ramakrishna and starring Rajasekhar. The film was a blockbuster success in Hindi as well.







Trinetrudu



Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, "Trinetrudu" was a remake of the Hindi film "Jalwa," starring Naseeruddin Shah. The film turned out to be a flop at the box office.







Khaidi No. 786



Directed by Vijaya Bapineedu, "Khaidi No. 786" starring Chiranjeevi was a remake of the Tamil film "Amman Kovil Kizhakale," starring Vijayakanth. The film was a blockbuster at the box office.







Adavi Donga



Directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, "Adavi Donga" starring Chiranjeevi was inspired by the Hollywood and Hindi film "Tarzan." The movie was a blockbuster at the box office.







Chiranjeevi



The film "Chiranjeevi," starring Megastar Chiranjeevi and titled after his screen name, was a remake of the Kannada film "Nane Raja," starring Ravichandran. The movie was a disaster at the box office.



Naagu



Directed by Tatineni Prasad, the movie "Naagu" was a remake of the Hindi film "Teesri Manzil" starring Shammi Kapoor.







Inti Guttu



The movie "Inti Guttu," starring Chiranjeevi, was a remake of the MGR starrer "Panakkara Kudumbam." The film was a hit at the box office.







Devanthakudu



"Devanthakudu" was a remake of the Kannada film "Gelupu Nannade," starring Ambarish. This film recorded good success.







Hero



Directed by Vijaya Bapineedu, "Hero" starring Chiranjeevi was inspired by the Hollywood movie "Raiders of the Lost Ark."



Khaidi



Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, the movie "Khaidi" starring Chiranjeevi was inspired by the Hollywood film "First Blood" starring Sylvester Stallone, with several modifications. This movie catapulted Chiranjeevi into the league of star heroes.







Abhilasha



Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, the movie "Abhilasha" was a remake of the Hollywood movies "The Man Who Dared" and "Beyond a Reasonable Doubt." The film was a blockbuster at the box office.







Prema Pichollu



Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, the movie "Prema Pichollu" was a remake of the Hindi film "Shaukeen," starring Mithun Chakraborty. The film turned out to be a flop at the box office.



Bandhalu Anubandhalu



The movie "Bandhalu Anubandhalu" was a remake of the Kannada film "Aval Hejje," starring Vishnuvardhan. It was an average performer at the box office.







Manchu Pallaki



Directed by Vamsy, the movie "Manchu Pallaki" was a remake of the Tamil film "Palaivana Solai," starring Suhasini in the lead role. The film was a super hit at the box office.







Yamudiki Mogudu



The movie "Yamudiki Mogudu" was inspired by the Hollywood films "Dirty Harry" and "Mad Max." It achieved good results at the box office.



Patnam Vachina Pativrathalu



"Patnam Vachina Pativrathalu" was a remake of the Kannada hit "Pattanakke Banda Patniyaru." The film was a success at the box office.







Chattamtho Poratam



The movie "Chattamtho Poratam,"&nbsp; starring Chiranjeevi and directed by S. A. Chandrasekhar, was a remake of the Tamil film "Sattam Oru Iruttarai," starring Vijayakanth. It was a commercial success in Telugu.







47 Rojulu



Directed by K. Balachander, the movie "47 Rojulu" was simultaneously made in Tamil as "47 Naatkal." This film marked Chiranjeevi's debut in the Tamil industry and was a commercial success.







Mogudu Kaavali



"Mogudu Kaavali," starring Chiranjeevi and directed by Katta Subbarao, was a remake of the Hindi film "Manchali," starring Sanjeev Kumar. The film performed well at the box office. The concept inspired the movie "Subramanyam for Sale" starring Sai Dharam Tej.







Mosagadu



Directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, "Mosagadu" featured Shobhan Babu, Chiranjeevi, and Sridevi in the lead roles. It was a remake of the Hindi film "Khaan Dost" starring Raj Kapoor and Shatrughan Sinha. The film was a super hit at the box office.







Prema Tarangalu



"Prema Tarangalu" was a remake of the Hindi film "Muqaddar Ka Sikandar," starring Amitabh Bachchan and Vinod Khanna. In the Telugu version, Krishnam Raju played Amitabh’s role, while Chiranjeevi played Vinod Khanna's role. The film was successful at the box office.







Punnami Naagu



"Punnami Naagu" was a remake of the Kannada hit "Hunnimeya Rathriyalli." The movie was a hit at the box office.







Idi Katha Kaadu



Directed by K. Balachander, "Idi Katha Kaadu" featured Kamal Haasan, Chiranjeevi, Sarath Babu, and Jayasudha in lead roles. It was a remake of the Tamil film "Avargal," starring Kamal Haasan, Rajinikanth, and Ravi Kumar. The film was a success at the box office, and Chiranjeevi impressed with his negative role.







Manavoori Pandavulu



Directed by Bapu, the movie "Manavoori Pandavulu," starring Krishnam Raju, Murali Mohan, and Chiranjeevi, was a remake of the Kannada film "Paduvarahalli Pandavaru." The film was a success at the box office.






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