South Entertainment roundup: Dhanush playing Ilaiyaraaja; Janhvi Kapoor signs second Telugu film; Ram Charan-Sukumar film; Kanguva teaser; Who is Najeeb of Aadujeevitham?

Reports of a biographical film chronicling the life of the iconic music composer Ilaiyaraaja have been circulating for several months, and it appears that the project is set to move forward with production soon. According to a recent report from Valai Pechu, production on Ilaiyaraaja's biopic is scheduled to commence on March 20, 2024, with acclaimed actor Dhanush in the lead role and Arun Matheswaran helming the directorial duties. The film's production is slated to begin at the prestigious Leela Palace in Chennai, marking a significant milestone in the journey of bringing Ilaiyaraaja's remarkable life to the silver screen. Speculation about Dhanush portraying the legendary composer has been rife online, adding to the anticipation surrounding the project. Read More

Pawan Kalyan, a stalwart in the Telugu film industry, needs no introduction. With nearly three decades of captivating performances under his belt, he continues to enthrall audiences with his acting prowess. Following his appearance in the 2023 film Bro, the actor is set to dazzle once again in Harish Shankar’s highly anticipated action drama Ustaad Bhagat Singh. Read More

The much-anticipated teaser of Kanguva was released by the makers on March 19, offering a tantalising glimpse into the upcoming film. Initially slated for an April 2024 theatrical release, the film has been postponed due to the forthcoming elections, with plans for a grand unveiling later this year in 3D and IMAX formats. Directed by Siruthai Siva, 'Kanguva' promises an epic clash between the characters portrayed by Suriya and Bobby Deol, as depicted in the gripping teaser shared by Suriya himself on YouTube. Read on

RC16: Janhvi Kapoor signs her second Telugu film with Ram Charan: Janhvi Kapoor has taken a significant step in her career by signing her second South Indian film, sharing the screen with none other than the illustrious Ram Charan. The yet-to-be-titled project, referred to as RC16, commenced filming today with an auspicious event held in Hyderabad, where Janhvi, Ram Charan, and the legendary music composer AR Rahman were spotted. Read More

 A leaked photo of Rashmika Mandanna on the sets of her upcoming film Pushpa: The Rule has surfaced on social media, igniting excitement among fans. Shared by several fan accounts, the image captures Rashmika in her character Srivalli from Pushpa 2, donning a vibrant red and golden saree, adorned with traditional jewelry and flowers. Read More

Ram Charan and Upasana take daughter Klin Kaara on a beach tour; see video: Actor Ram Charan and his wife Upasana recently enjoyed a delightful family outing to a beach in Vizag, Andhra Pradesh, accompanied by their daughter Klin Kaara on Wednesday. Upasana shared glimpses of their beach adventure on Instagram, treating fans to a charming collage of moments from their trip. In the snapshots, Upasana can be seen seated on a rock with their pet, while Ram lovingly carries Klin Kaara in a baby carrier. Read More

Rajamouli, along with family, escapes death in Japan earthquake: Director SS Rajamouli, accompanied by his son Karthikeya and producer Shobu Yarlagadda, embarked on a special trip to Japan for a screening of their 2022 blockbuster, RRR. While the visit was intended to engage with fans and promote their upcoming project with Mahesh Babu, the trio encountered a frightening experience during their stay. Karthikeya took to social media platform X to recount the harrowing moment when they felt the tremors of an earthquake. Read More

Devara: Jr NTR and Janhvi Kapoor shoot in Goa: Jr. NTR's much-anticipated action thriller, "Devara: Part I," directed by Koratala Siva and featuring the stunning Janhvi Kapoor as the female lead, has been generating buzz since its announcement. Scheduled for a worldwide release on October 10th, 2024, in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam, the film promises to showcase Jr. NTR's massiest avatar yet. Recently, a new schedule for the film commenced in Goa, with the team already shooting a significant portion of the movie. Read More

RC17: Ram Charan and Pushpa director Sukumar joins hands once again: Director Sukumar and Mythri Movie Makers have announced a monumental collaboration, roping in global sensation Ram Charan for their next cinematic venture. This exciting partnership marks another milestone in Charan's illustrious career, following the monumental success of SS Rajamouli's film RRR. As Charan soared to global stardom with the blockbuster success of RRR, Sukumar became a household name with his ‘Pushpa’ franchise captivating audiences nationwide. Now, with production set to commence later this year, the untitled film is slated for a grand release in the last quarter of 2025. Read More

Aadujeevitham: Who is Najeeb? Here's the real life story of Najeeb to be portrayed by Prithviraj Sukumaran in the film: In the heart-wrenching tale of survival and resilience, Najeeb's journey in the forthcoming Prithviraj Sukumaran-starrer Malayalam film Aadujeevitham, whose English title is The Goat Life, unveils the harrowing realities of exploitation and captivity. Najeeb, a labourer from Aarattupuzha village in Haripad, Alappuzha, found himself at a crossroads in 1993. With his wife eight months pregnant and dreams of a promising job in Saudi Arabia, Najeeb embarked on a journey that would shatter his aspirations and plunge him into a world of despair. Read More