
July was dominated by Prabhas's film, "Kalki." Now, August is set to entertain with several movie releases. Although the first week will feature several smaller films that haven't generated much buzz, movies like "Shivam Bhaje," "Buddy," and "Antony" are set to try their luck at the box office. Additionally, over 20 films are scheduled for release on OTT platforms this week to entertain audiences. Let's explore the movies releasing this week in theaters and on OTT platforms.



Movies Releasing in Theaters



Buddy



After a long break, Allu Sirish is making a comeback with the film Buddy. Starring alongside the young actress Gayatri Bhardwaj, this film is directed by Sham Antos as a full-length action entertainer. Produced under the banner of Studio Green Films by Gyanavel Raja, the promotional material already released has sparked interest. The film is set to release worldwide in theaters on August 2.







Shivam Bhaje



Starring Ashwin Babu, the brother of anchor Ohmkar, and Digangana Suryavanshi, "Shivam Bhaje" is directed by Afsar. The film presents a unique story and narrative, with Arbaaz Khan playing a significant role. Having completed its shooting, the film is scheduled for theatrical release on August 1. The movie team has stated that viewers will experience excitement throughout the film.







Usha Parinayam



Introducing Vijay Bhaskar’s son Sree Kamal as the lead, Usha Parinayam is directed by Vijay Bhaskar himself. Tanvi Akanksha stars as the heroine. With a unique love story and emotional elements, this film is set to release in theaters on August 2.







Tiragabadara Saami



With a youthful entertaining storyline, Raj Tarun is coming to entertain the audience, starring alongside Malvi Malhotra and Mannara Chopra. Important roles are played by Makarand Deshpande and Raghubabu. This film is also set for release on August 2. The movie team claims it will attract young viewers with romantic elements as well as family audiences with its sentimental content. However, the controversy involving Raj Tarun and Lavanya might affect the film. Last week’s release, Purushottamudu, was a flop at the box office. It remains to be seen what reviews this film will receive on its release. Click here for the latest movie reviews.







Alanaati Ramachandrudu



The film "Alanaati Ramachandrudu," featuring Krishna Vamsi and Moksha as the lead pair, revolves around a young man who wishes to turn a lie into truth for the sake of love. Will the young woman reciprocate his love? The story unfolds this romantic journey. Directed by Chilukuri Akash Reddy and produced by Haimavathi and Sriram Jadapolu, the film is set to release on August 2.







OTT Releases



Moving to OTT, a documentary on the celebrated director Rajamouli titled 'Modern Masters', the series 'Brinda' starring Trisha, the Telugu dubbed versions of 'Dune Part 2', and 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' have created significant buzz among OTT viewers. Additionally, release dates for various other Hindi and English films on OTT can be found here.



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PlatformTitleTypeRelease DateNetflixA Good Girl's Guide to MurderEnglish seriesAugust 01NetflixBorderless FogIndonesian movieAugust 01NetflixLove Is Blind MexicoSpanish seriesAugust 01NetflixMon Laferte TemoSpanish movieAugust 01NetflixUnstable Season 2English seriesAugust 01NetflixModern Masters: SS RajamouliTelugu documentaryAugust 02NetflixSaving Bikini BottomEnglish movieAugust 02NetflixJoe RoganEnglish comedy eventAugust 03Amazon PrimeThe Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S2English seriesJuly 29Amazon PrimeBatman: Caped CrusaderEnglish seriesAugust 01HotstarFuturama Season 12English seriesJuly 29HotstarNo Way OutKorean seriesJuly 31HotstarKingdom of the Planet of the ApesTelugu dubbed movieAugust 02Book My ShowThe Bike RidersEnglish movieAugust 02Jio CinemaDune Part 2Telugu dubbed movieAugust 01Jio CinemaGud ChadiHindi movieAugust 01Jio CinemaTarotEnglish filmAugust 03Jio CinemaDas June Ki RaatHindi seriesAugust 04Sony LivBrindaTelugu dubbed seriesAugust 02Apple TV+Women in BlueEnglish seriesJuly 31


This Week’s OTT &amp;  Telugu Movie Releases (1st &amp; 2nd August)


The Telugu film industry faced significant disappointment last week in terms of collections and entertainment. The films 'Kanguva' and 'Matka' were disasters at the box office, which has increased the interest in this week's releases. Although there are no major star-led films releasing this week, Vishwak Sen's 'Mechanic Rocky' promises to be noteworthy. Following that, films like 'Roti Kapada Romance' and 'Zebra' are ready for release. Additionally, over 30 new films and web series are set to premiere on various OTT platforms. Let's take a look at these films now.



Devaki Nandana Vasudeva



Mahesh Babu's nephew, Ashok Galla, stars in his second film, Devaki Nandana Vasudeva. The already released trailer has heightened expectations, showcasing Ashok's strong screen presence. Directed by Arjun Jandyala, the film features former Miss India Manasa Varanasi as the heroine, with Prasanth Varma of Hanuman fame providing the story. Initially planned for a November 14 release, the film is now set to hit the screens on November 22.







Mechanic Rocky



Vishwak Sen, eagerly awaiting a significant hit, returns with a unique story in 'Mechanic Rocky.' The trailer and songs have already received positive responses. Introducing Ravi Teja Mullapudi as the director, this action comedy film, which revolves around a love triangle, features Meenakshi Chaudhary and Shraddha Srinath as the heroines. Produced by Ram Talluri, the film is scheduled for release on November 22.







Roti Kapada Romance



Delayed for various reasons over the past year, 'Roti Kapada Romance' is finally set to release this week. The film stars hot beauty Nuveksha, Harsha Narra, Khushboo Choudhary, Meghalekha, and Tarun Pradhan in key roles, directed by Vikram Reddy.







Zebra



Starring the versatile actor Satyadev Kancharana, 'Zebra' is an upcoming Telugu film with a unique storyline. The trailer has garnered good responses. Priya Bhavani Shankar and Amritha Aiyer play the female leads in this film directed by Eashvar Karthic, with Dinesh Sundaram producing it.







This Week OTT Movies (November 18-24)



As for the OTT releases, 'Nayanthara Life Documentary' and the dubbed film 'Kishkindha Kaandam' are generating interest. Alongside these, a talk show hosted by Rana Daggubati, 'Unnanthalo,' is also catching attention. In addition to these, several Hindi and English movies/web series are ready for streaming on various OTT platforms.



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PlatformMovie/Webseries NameLanguage/TypeRelease DateHotstarKishkindha KaandamTelugu Dubbed MovieNovember 19Interior ChinatownEnglish SeriesNovember 19Alien: RomulusEnglish MovieNovember 21Bia &amp; VictorPortuguese SeriesNovember 22Out of My MindEnglish MovieNovember 22ETV WinI Hate LoveTelugu MovieNovember 21Repathi VeluguTelugu MovieNovember 21NetflixNayanthara: Beyond the FairytaleDocumentaryNovember 18Wonderoos Season 2English SeriesNovember 18Zombiverse Season 2Korean SeriesNovember 19See Her AgainCantonese SeriesNovember 20AdorationItalian SeriesNovember 20A Man on the InsideEnglish SeriesNovember 21Tokyo Over RideJapanese SeriesNovember 21JoyEnglish MovieNovember 22Pokémon Horizons Part 4Japanese SeriesNovember 22SpellboundEnglish MovieNovember 22The Helicopter HeistSwedish SeriesNovember 22The Piano LessonEnglish MovieNovember 22TransmithSpanish MovieNovember 22Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein Season 2Hindi SeriesNovember 22The Empress Season 2German SeriesNovember 22Amazon PrimeCampus Beats Season 4Hindi SeriesNovember 20Wack GirlsHindi SeriesNovember 22PimpineroSpanish MovieNovember 22The Rana Daggubati ShowTelugu Talk ShowNovember 23Jio CinemaDune: ProphecyEnglish SeriesNovember 18Based on a True Story Season 2English SeriesNovember 22The Sex Lives of College Girls Season 3English SeriesNovember 22Harold and the Purple CrayonEnglish MovieNovember 23Manorama MaxTekku VadakkuMalayalam MovieNovember 19Apple TV+BlitzEnglish MovieNovember 22BookMyShowFrom DarknessSwedish MovieNovember 22The Girl in the TrunkEnglish MovieNovember 22The Night My Dad Saved ChristmasSpanish MovieNovember 22Lionsgate PlayGreedy PeopleEnglish MovieNovember 22


This Week’s OTT &  Telugu Movie Releases ( Nov 22th)


If you’re new to reading English novels and eager to dive into captivating stories, science fiction is a fantastic place to start. With futuristic technology, bold discoveries, and societal changes, sci-fi stories offer a thrilling escape and spark the imagination. To help you begin, here are 20 top science fiction novels with accessible language and engaging plots, perfect for those just starting their sci-fi journey.



1. The Hunger Games - Suzanne Collins&nbsp;&nbsp;



This novel is set in a dystopian future in "Panem," a fictional America. The story follows the competitive and thrilling battles between districts, focusing on Katniss, a young girl fighting for her family. The novel promotes values of equality and social justice in an accessible English style.&nbsp;&nbsp;








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2. Ender’s Game - Orson Scott Card&nbsp;&nbsp;



Centered on the life of Ender, who views war as a game, this novel explores themes of humanity and survival. A great read for those interested in warfare strategy and endurance.&nbsp;&nbsp;








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3. Dune - Frank Herbert&nbsp;&nbsp;



Set on the planet of Dune, this story delves into human survival and environmental challenges. The journey of protagonist Paul Atreides teaches about facing mental struggles.&nbsp;&nbsp;








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4. Neuromancer - William Gibson&nbsp;&nbsp;



A key work in the cyberpunk genre, this novel features themes of new technology, cyberspace, and hacking. It raises thought-provoking questions about the digital world.&nbsp;&nbsp;








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5. The Left Hand of Darkness - Ursula K. Le Guin&nbsp;&nbsp;



This book explores life on a distant planet, focusing on alien traditions, love, and connection. It’s a powerful narrative on acceptance and understanding.&nbsp;&nbsp;








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6. Snow Crash - Neal Stephenson&nbsp;&nbsp;



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7. The Time Machine - H.G. Wells&nbsp;&nbsp;



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8. The War of the Worlds - H.G. Wells&nbsp;&nbsp;



This story captures the struggles faced by humanity when aliens invade Earth. It inspires courage and reflection on human resilience.








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9. Foundation - Isaac Asimov&nbsp;&nbsp;



Written by the master of sci-fi, Isaac Asimov, this series depicts the rise and fall of empires in the future, with messages on strategy and overcoming challenges.&nbsp;&nbsp;








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10. Brave New World - Aldous Huxley&nbsp;&nbsp;



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11. 1984 - George Orwell&nbsp;&nbsp;



This powerful novel delves into themes of slavery, freedom of expression, and personal rights, showing how a controlled society impacts people.&nbsp;&nbsp;








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12. The Martian - Andy Weir&nbsp;&nbsp;



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13. Hyperion - Dan Simmons&nbsp;&nbsp;



This novel showcases interplanetary wars and relationships between civilizations on different planets, centering on the region of Hyperion.&nbsp;&nbsp;








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14. Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? - Philip K. Dick&nbsp;&nbsp;



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15. The Road - Cormac McCarthy&nbsp;&nbsp;



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16. Ringworld - Larry Niven&nbsp;&nbsp;



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17. Altered Carbon - Richard K. Morgan&nbsp;&nbsp;



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18. Fahrenheit 451 - Ray Bradbury&nbsp;&nbsp;



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19. Starship Troopers - Robert A. Heinlein&nbsp;&nbsp;



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20. Ready Player One - Ernest Cline&nbsp;&nbsp;



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The film 'Kalki 2898 AD,' directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Prabhas, has generated global buzz, with predictions of becoming a super hit. It has impressed audiences worldwide with its Hollywood-level visuals and the actors' remarkable transformations. Achieving this success required significant effort from the Kalki team. As the film continues to draw special attention, let's delve into some secrets behind 'Kalki 2898 AD'.



40 years later



It is well known that Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan played major roles in 'Kalki 2898 AD'. Amitabh portrayed Ashwatthama and Kamal Haasan as the antagonist Supreme Yashkin. Remarkably, this film marks nearly 40 years since they last acted together, their previous collaboration being the 1985 film 'Geraftaar'. After 4 decades, they have reunited for 'Kalki'.







Kamal’s New Getup



Kamal Haasan's appearance in 'Kalki 2898 AD' is quite unique and distinct. Numerous looks were considered in the process of finalizing his appearance, none of which initially satisfied director Nag Ashwin. Eventually, the Kalki team consulted Hollywood makeup experts in Los Angeles, leading to the final look that Kamal Haasan sports in the film.







5 hours for Makeup



Ashwatthama's look in the movie has also greatly impressed the audience. Amitabh Bachchan, at 81, has brilliantly embodied this character. The makeup for Ashwatthama took about three hours to apply and an additional two hours to remove, totaling five hours dedicated solely to makeup, according to the film unit.







₹4 crores for Bujji



The futuristic vehicle 'Bujji', ridden by Prabhas in 'Kalki', was a significant endeavor by the film unit. It was developed with the cooperation of the Mahindra Research Valley team and Jayam Auto Engineering in Coimbatore. Reportedly, around ₹4 crores were spent just on this car.







700 VFX Shots



Director Nag Ashwin created three futuristic worlds in 'Kalki': Kashi, Shambala, and a complex. Kashi is depicted as lifeless, Shambala as a refugee zone, and the complex as resource-rich. To showcase these, the film extensively used VFX, employing around 700 VFX shots.







Hollywood VFX



'Kalki 2898 AD' is being talked about as a visual wonder, thanks to the involvement of Hollywood-level VFX companies. The VFX team that has worked on major Hollywood films like Harry Potter, Interstellar, Dune, and Blade Runner worked on 'Kalki'.







Record-breaking Budget



'Kalki 2898 AD' stands as the film with the highest budget in Indian cinema history, with production costs reportedly exceeding ₹600 crores. According to trade sources, a significant portion of this budget was spent not just on actor salaries and sets, but predominantly on high-quality visuals and advanced VFX.








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Unveiling the Mystique of 'Kalki 2898 AD', a Cinematic Marvel


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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