will be re-released on February 13 to mark Valentine's Day. The 2002 film, directed by Ameer, marked the starring debut of Trisha. Ahead of the re-release, Suriya recreated an iconic dialogue from the film in a video message for fans on social media.

"I've seen these dialogues be recreated in several reels, WhatsApp status and shorts. A lot of people still call this 20-year-old film their favourite. This was director Ameer's first film, and I'd call it one of my best ones. We had Trisha, Laila, and Neha as the heroines, but it was a love story with not even a single hug. Yuvan Shankar Raja's album is one of my favourites. A whole generation might not have seen this film, so when we release it after 23 years, I'm looking forward to seeing you all. I want to watch at least one show with you all. I'm sure it will be a nice, sweet watch. See you soon in theatres," Suriya said in the video. 

'Mounam Pesiyadhey' To Be Re-Released On February 13; Suriya Recreates Dialogue From The film

Actor Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, known for roles in 

, will be seen in a special appearance in 

 in the lead roles. The upcoming film is directed by Siddharth P. Malhotra. Dia Mirza and Tillotama Shome round out the cast.

centres on a celebrated, reputedly incorruptible lawyer who is compelled to defend a murder accused — the same individual whose career he had earlier helped dismantle. “The brief is not just professionally humiliating but existentially dangerous: if he loses, he risks forfeiting everything he holds dear,” a synopsis reads. The narrative revolves around legal dilemmas, power dynamics and personal upheavals.

, has built a short but varied body of work. Speaking about joining the cast of 

, she said, “I was already shooting for another project when Siddharth P. Malhotra came and narrated the story to me, and I was instantly hooked. I personally love thrillers; it’s a genre I genuinely enjoy watching so being a part of something like this really excited me.”

On collaborating with Malhotra, who last helmed the period legal drama 

(2024), she shared, “Siddharth’s vision and the way he narrated the script made it even more exciting; he was extremely clear about the world he wanted to create, and that clarity really stayed with me. On top of that, having my name associated with such a powerful cast felt absolutely perfect; it’s the kind of opportunity you don’t overthink. The plot is under wraps right now, so I can’t reveal much, but I can say that while it’s a small role, it is definitely central to the storyline. That made it even more exciting for me to be a part of the film.”

Kapoor is also awaiting the streaming release of 

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, have alleged non-payment of dues running into the high tens of lakhs since 2023, 

has learnt. The film was directed by the filmmaker's daughter, Krishna Bhatt, and written by Mahesh Bhatt, with Avika Gor and Rahul Dev leading the cast.

include the film’s casting director, Parag Chadha; the parent of child actor Ketaki Kulkarni; and other crew members, all of whom allege prolonged delays, incomplete payments, and a lack of response from the production despite repeated follow-ups. 

Vikram Bhatt and his wife, Shwetambari, were allegedly involved in a ₹30 crore fraud case and were arrested in Mumbai in December last year.  

Casting Director Alleges Full Non-Payment

Casting director Parag Chadha, who handled casting for the entire film, alleges that 100 percent of his fees remain unpaid, despite his work being completed by the end of 2022.

"As an independent professional, I was hesitant to go public because it directly affects your livelihood. But after waiting patiently for over three years and receiving repeated assurances that were not honoured, I felt people needed to know," Chadha told 

days after he posted about the nonpayment on Instagram.

According to Chadha, the film was released theatrically on June 23, 2023, following which he continued to follow up with the production. He claims he was repeatedly redirected to different representatives handling finances, given payment dates that were not met, and eventually received no response at all.

reached out to Krishna Bhatt for comment, but received no response at the time of filing.

“I have email confirmations acknowledging my dues,” he added. “Despite that, no payment was made. I’ve written this money off as bad debt. Speaking out is not about recovering it, it’s about awareness," the casting director said.

Chadha further alleged that payment-related issues were not limited to his role alone. “There were actors in this film earning as little as ₹6,000 a day. Some of them did not receive their full dues. I was contacted by multiple actors who said they were still waiting to be paid, either in part or in full.”

Vishwas Kulkarni, whose daughter acted in the film, also alleged partial payment and prolonged uncertainty. “The total amount due was ₹2.6 lakh,” Kulkarni said. “Only ₹1.5 lakh was paid after repeated reminders.”

According to Kulkarni, his daughter Ketaki Kulkarni, who was 16–17 years old at the time, worked on the film for 26 days at an agreed rate of ₹10,000 per day.

“Initially, ₹50,000 was paid. After a lot of struggle, another ₹1 lakh was paid after the shoot was completed. The remaining amount was promised but never paid,” he claimed.

Kulkarni added that the family was repeatedly told the balance would be cleared after the film’s release or after another project under the same banner was completed. “Eventually, even those replies stopped. Now there is no response at all,” he said.

Kulkarni said they considered approaching CINTAA (Cine and TV Artistes Association) but decided against it due to fear of repercussions. “My daughter was at the very beginning of her career. She felt that complaining against a big name could lead to her being blacklisted,” he said. 

“Her performance was praised by Vikram Bhatt, Krishna Bhatt and Mahesh Bhatt. But the payment issue was never resolved. This was her first film experience, and it turned out to be extremely distressing," Kulkarni added.

Vendors Also Awaiting Payments, Sources Claim

According to additional sources familiar with the production, vendors associated with the film are also allegedly awaiting payments. A crew member 

spoke to alleged that payments to several individuals on the film—including members of the production and direction teams as well as vendors—were delayed for months. 

According to the source, some crew members were eventually able to recover their pending dues by approaching industry associations through personal networks.

“I worked on the project for a few months but was not paid for the last month,” the crew member said. “We were told the payment would be cleared after the OTT release, but later informed that there was no cash flow. I needed the money during Deepavali, but nothing came my way.”

The source further alleged that when additional patchwork was shot several months later, some members of the original team were not contacted, possibly to avoid renewed discussions around pending payments. 

“There is no hope now,” the crew member added.

 allege that incomplete payments were widespread. “From what we understand, not many have received their full amount,” Kulkarni said. “This was not a case of the film not earning money. It did some ₹17 to 18 crore at the box office and then it was released on OTT. Payments should have been cleared from that.”

Chadha echoed similar concerns, adding that prolonged silence and lack of closure were as damaging as the financial loss itself. “As freelancers, we don’t have institutional safeguards,” he said. “Eventually, people either give up or stay silent out of fear."

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 and Aamir Khan is finally gearing up for a theatrical outing. Period drama 

headlined by Deol, has locked August 13 as its release date, landing squarely in the Independence Day weekend, a strategic window given the film’s Partition-era backdrop.

Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, the film is directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, who has previously helmed blockbusters with Deol with films like 

(1996). The film also marks Santoshi's reunion with Khan after their cult comedy 

features an ensemble cast including Shabana Azmi, Preity G. Zinta, Abhimanyu Singh, Karan Deol and Ali Fazal. The film's music is by AR Rahman with lyrics by Javed Akhtar. The technical team is equally formidable with Santosh Sivan ( cinematography) and Resul Pookutty (sound design) on board.

The film went on floors in 2024, with its timeline seeing multiple scheduling recalibrations before finally settling on a 2026 release. 

was initially targeting a January 26, 2025 release but was pushed due to post=production work.

 arrives amid a renewed career high. His 2023 blockbuster 

crossed the ₹500 crore mark and stamped his historic comeback. He followed it up with the actioner 

Directed by Anurag Singh and also starring  Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty, the film opened to generally favorable reviews and had an impressive box-office performance, netting over ₹300 crore so far. Deol will also be seen this year in the Netflix film 

The legal thriller also stars Akshaye Khanna. While a release date for the film hasn't been revealed yet, 

 follows a celebrated, incorruptible lawyer who is coerced into defending a murder accused—the very man whose career he once destroyed.

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Before Karan Johar became a household name, he was a young assistant director finding his footing on Hindi film sets—learning the ins and outs of cinema, constantly problem-solving. It’s those formative years that have made him the filmmaker he is today. In conversation with 

, Johar shares an anecdote from the sets of 

, where a last-minute costume crisis during the filming of 

 led him straight into the wrath of the legendary choreographer, Saroj Khan.

The crisis began with a demand for scarves for background dancers, at the eleventh hour. “Red cloth... they wanted that. This was a demand given at the last minute,” he explains. “Now, we only had so much cloth that I found,” he adds. With more dancers than fabric, Johar attempted what he describes as a “clever” fix. “I, to save the situation, went to Jojo, Saroj ji’s assistant, and very cleverly said, you know, Jojo, I think 

unko bolo, apna ek haath pocket mein rakho

 (tell them to keep one hand in their pockets), stylish 

 (it will look cool, it will look stylish). Because I didn’t have any more cloth,” he laughs.

For a brief moment, his “solution’ worked—until Khan arrived.

The choreographer was quick to notice that something was amiss. Once she clued into who was responsible, she reprimanded Johar in front of everyone on-set. “She literally pushed me,” he recalls, in equal parts fear and admiration. “She said, 

‘Tu jahaan jaana chaahe, ja, Goregaon ja, laal kapda la, warna main shoot nahi karungi 

(go wherever you need to go, go to Goregaon, bring the red cloth, otherwise I will not shoot)’.”

What ensued after, he says, is pure chaos. “I still remember the visual of us running on the streets of Goregaon saying, ‘

 (Red cloth! Red cloth!)’” Panic set in. “I was scared for my life,” he laughs. “I was traumatised, traumatised, you know, and she was really scary. Like, she was the best,” he continues, candidly, “She somehow did not like me. She never liked me."

Johar adds that despite being new to sets, he was prone to giving his two cents on costume design, even in the presence of veterans on-set, much to their annoyance. However, he says, this was often a result of his love for fashion, and his pulse on trends. It is no wonder, then, that style is now such an inextricable part of his filmography. As he puts it himself: “Can you imagine, I’m a filmmaker, and I have so many costume stories?”

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For Karan Johar, costume is never an afterthought. Often, it is instinct—a fully formed idea, long before the script has taken shape. To him, how a character dresses themselves is integral to who they are, and that vision has produced some of Hindi cinema’s most memorable fashion moments. In a conversation with 

, the filmmaker shares the idea behind some of his most memorable looks.

. Long before the script was finalised, Johar knew exactly how Rani would dress. “It’s just a feeling I had,” he says, tracing the character’s look to real-life journalist Poonam Saxena, who co-wrote Johar’s biography, 

. “I used to see that she was hip, and stylish, but always in a saree. She was my inspiration,” says Johar. “I thought [someone like] Rani Chatterjee would only wear sarees,” he adds. Once the film released, Rani’s wardrobe—conceptualised by Manish Malhotra—became a cultural moment, with her sarees taking the country by storm. When the film’s costumes were later auctioned, they sold out almost immediately, proof of how deeply her looks resonated with audiences.

Sometimes, Johar says, “You see the character in your head.” This was true for yet another one of his most iconic films, 

, for which his costume designer, Malhotra, travelled across the country.

“I always wanted the Raichands to look regal and rich,” Johar recalls. “The Jamawar shawls were something that was intrinsically a part of the writing as well,” he says, referring to the rich, heavy shawls worn by Amitabh Bacchan’s character, Yashvardhan Raichand. 

The idea for the Jamawar shawls, now synonymous with the character, were a crucial detail, signifying generational wealth. There were no compromises on the look; the shawls had to be authentic. So, Malhotra, the costume designer for the film, scoured the country to realise the filmmaker’s vision. “Manish went all out, he really went all over the country [for those shawls],” says Johar. With a smile, he adds: “I always imagined that Yashvardhan Raichand would look like this.”

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This week's slate has range: from the blistering world of Vishal Bhardwaj to the intense yearning of 

, we have thrillers, family-entertainers, and everything in between. Vishal Bhardwaj marks his fourth union with Shahid Kapoor in the intense romance, 

,  while Bejoy Nambiar brings us an Indian take on the 'creature-feature' in 

. If you're spending Valentine's weekend at home, tune in to Netflix for season 2 of 

which is sure to have you on the edge of your seat.

Here's what to watch in theatres and on OTT this week.

 follows a Mumbai gangster, played by Shahid Kapoor, as he falls deeply in love with a mysterious woman, played by Triptii Dimri, who hires him to take down a big-shot gangster. This power-packed film also includes Avinash Tiwary, Nana Patekar, Farida Jalal, Tamannah Bhatia, Disha Patani, as well as Vikrant Massey in a special appearance. The film marks a fourth collaboration between Kapoor and Bhardwaj, following 

An official adaptation of the 2018 Thai film, 

, this ‘creature-feature’ seamlessly blends the romance and thriller genres. The story follows the meeting of two influencers—Miss Vanity, played by Shanaya Kapoor, and Maruti, played by Adarsh Gourav—who find themselves in the midst of treacherous waters, fighting to escape the jaws of a crocodile.

 is set to be a romantic entertainer. The film stars Vishwak Sen, who plays a naive, aspiring filmmaker, and Kayadu Lohar, who steps in as a producer to help make his dreams come true. The leading pair’s chemistry, along with the filmmaker’s signature humour, makes the film a light-hearted Valentine’s Day watch.

This satirical social drama, directed by Raju Murugan, starring Sasikumar and Chaithra J Achar, follows a man whose identity has been erased from all public records. Following Sasikumar’s success in the 2025 film 

, expectations are high for his performance in 

, which marks Rajesh Madhavan’s directorial debut, premiered at the 30th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) to positive reception. With equal parts humour and compassion, the film follows the story of three villagers pushed to the margins, who fight to take back control of their lives.

Director Emerald Fennell's adaptation of Emily Brontë’s 1847 novel, 

is one of Hollywood's most anticipated releases this year. Starring Margot Robbie as Catherine Earnshaw, and Jacob Elordi as Heathcliffe, this gothic romance follows their ill-fated love story, marked by supernatural undertones, and set to a distinct soundtrack by Charli XCX.

Following a hard-hitting first season, the Punjabi noir is back with its second. This time, Amarpal Garundi (played by Barun Sobti), is transferred from his hometown to Dalerpura, where he butts heads with Dhanwant Kaur, played by Mona Singh, as they investigate a murder. As the story unravels, Garundi is forced to contend with the darkness within.

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A case filed against Malayalam superstar Mohanlal and producer 

Perumbavoor has been quashed by the Kozhikode Additional Fifth Sessions Court. A report in 

 states that the court dismissed a criminal revision petition filed by K A Devarajan, who had accused the two of cheating in connection with a proposed film titled 

Perumbavoor had taken ₹30 lakh from him in 2007 towards the making of the film, which eventually never materialised. Devarajan was also expected to direct the project. The court ruled that the petition did not hold merit and quashed the case. Although Devarajan passed away early last year, the proceedings continued until the court’s final decision. Neither Mohanlal nor 

Perumbavoor has commented publicly on the case.

Meanwhile, attention has also turned to Mohanlal’s upcoming film 

, which has reportedly been sold for a “shocking price.” Director Jeethu Joseph made the revelation on the sidelines of promotional activities for his recent release 

. He stated that Panorama Pictures, which holds the Hindi remake rights, has now acquired the Malayalam version of 

“Instead of just the remake rights, they decided to buy the entire Malayalam film outright. When they contacted us, they first spoke to 

Perumbavoor (of Aashirwad Cinemas). He later told me that Panorama had come forward with a price that was truly shocking,” Jeethu Joseph said.

Reports suggest that the acquisition ranks among the highest deals in the Malayalam film industry. The film completed shooting in Kerala on December 2. Producer M Ranjith, who backed Mohanlal’s earlier hit 

, stated at a public event that the pre-sale figures for 

 have reportedly closed at around ₹350 crore.

 wrapped filming last month and is currently in post-production.

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Actor Prakash Raj has denied reports claiming that he has exited Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s upcoming film 

following an alleged disagreement with the director. The film, led by Prabhas, is currently in development and has been the subject of sustained online speculation in recent weeks.

Rumours circulating since Sunday suggested that Raj had been removed from the project after a conflict with Vanga, drawing parallels with the earlier departure of Deepika Padukone from the film. Raj dismissed the claims outright, calling them baseless.

Addressing the reports more directly, Raj posted a message on X criticising what he described as irresponsible online speculation. He wrote that production on his scenes had not started and accused social media users of inventing stories without verification.

“Some nonsense speculation. I’m not aware of it,” the actor said in a brief response to 

. He confirmed that he continues to be associated with the film and will be seen in a significant role alongside Prabhas, Triptii Dimri, Vivek Oberoi and other cast members. Raj also clarified that shooting for his portions has not yet begun.

 is produced by Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Bhadrakali Pictures in collaboration with Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series. The film marks the first partnership between the two banners since the commercial success of 

 in 2023, which starred Ranbir Kapoor and Triptii Dimri.

The project previously made headlines following Deepika Padukone’s exit before filming began. Reports at the time indicated that Padukone and the makers were unable to reach an agreement on working hours, with the actor seeking a regulated schedule after the birth of her daughter. She was subsequently replaced by Dimri.

Vanga later addressed the episode on social media, criticising what he described as attempts to discredit a younger actor, though he did not name Padukone directly.

At present, there has been no indication from the filmmakers of any further casting changes. Raj’s statement appears to put an end to speculation regarding his involvement in 

Prakash Raj Dismisses Rumours of Exiting Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s 'Spirit'

, Priyanka Chopra Jonas is said to have completed a schedule in Hyderabad for her upcoming film with Mahesh Babu, Varanasi. She posted on social media that she had completed her portions of this leg and that she would be returning to Los Angeles for the promotional work of her English film, 

, releasing later this month on the 28th.  

 will be her first Indian film since the 2019 film 

 It is expected to release on April 7, 2027, after an eight-year gap for the 

 actress. She plays the role of Mandakini in the film, and the first look reveal of her character was a sensation upon release. 

Having been in development for nearly three years, S.S. Rajamouli’s 

 is already being hailed as his magnum opus. In addition to being one of the most expensive Indian films in history (with a whopping budget of ₹1,300 crore), the film will also be Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s comeback to Indian cinema after six years.  Having primarily focused on various Hollywood projects in recent years—such as 

 (2025)—the actor mentioned in a recent interview that there was one thing she missed the most about working in Indian films: dance.

Talking about a conversation with Rajamouli before accepting the role of Mandakini, she told 

, "I was like, ‘I have one request. Can you make me dance? Please? Because I haven’t danced for so long.’” And dance she did. In conversation with co-star Mahesh Babu, she joked, "I should not have asked, because we have been dancing. There’s a lot.” Mahesh Babu, who will play the role of Rudhra, revealed that the two have already shot for a song together, hinting that the track came about as a result of her request.

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At a public charity event in Kerala, actor Fahadh Faasil shared updates on several of his upcoming projects, including confirmation that a sequel to 

 is in the works. Addressing questions about his return to Malayalam cinema after completing projects in other languages, Fahadh said that his next release would, in fact, be in Malayalam.

, Fahadh said, “It’s indeed some form of divine luck that I’m able to act and share screen space in the same film along with Mohanlal sir and Mammootty sir. It’s an interesting film, and like all of you, I too am waiting for its release on April 23.”

When asked about managing diverse roles across multiple film industries, Fahadh responded, “Not sure how to answer that question. I can only thank the kind of directors I work with and how they make it possible for me. My next release is 

The actor was also asked whether a second part to 

 was on the cards. “Surely. There will surely be a second part to 

. Wherever I go, the sequel is something I’m constantly being asked about. Not sure when—either 2027 or 2028—but the second part will surely happen,” he said.

Separately, there has also been discussion around Fahadh’s potential next Tamil project. In September 2025, reports suggested that his next Tamil film could be directed by Prem Kumar. In a recent interview to an online channel, the filmmaker—known for 

—said that he had narrated portions of a script to Fahadh Faasil and that a collaboration is likely.

Prem Kumar added that unlike his previous films, the new script would have elements of an action thriller, while still retaining his signature emotional core. He also revealed that he had narrated nearly 45 minutes of the story to Fahadh.

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The character posters for the four lead roles in the upcoming Malayalam action comedy 

 have been unveiled, sparking online discussion around the characters and their possible impact on the film’s narrative. Along with revealing their first looks, the posters also introduce the character names they will be known by in the film.

Tovino Thomas is introduced as Sreekuttan Vellayani. In his poster, he is seen sporting a pair of glasses and singing on stage while holding a microphone. Basil Joseph, meanwhile, appears to be playing a much younger character named Sam Kutty. His look features braces, long hair, and a backpack, hinting at a distinctly youthful persona.

Riya Shibu’s character, which was revealed last week, is named Swathi R Krishna. The character name of Vineeth Sreenivasan, however, has not been disclosed yet. Only his look has been unveiled, showing him seated on a chair wearing sunglasses, with several hands waving towards him. From the imagery, it appears that he could be playing an actor or a star-like figure. The film is also being produced by Basil Joseph along with Dr Ananthu S.

 marks the directorial debut of Arun Anirudhan, who previously co-wrote 

. Ahead of the shoot, the makers had released a light-hearted announcement promo video, which concluded with Vineeth Sreenivasan revisiting the popular Kamal Haasan dialogue “Arambikkalangala” from Lokesh Kanagaraj’s 

Interestingly, the character looks featured in the promo video do not entirely match those revealed in the newly released posters, suggesting that the announcement video may not directly connect to the film’s plot—a strategy commonly seen in major Tamil film promotions. The promo video has crossed four million views on YouTube so far.

The film is slated for a summer release and is positioned as one of the major Malayalam multi-starrers of the season.

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As per multiple reports across social media, the promo shoot of the Rajinikanth-Kamal Haasan movie began on the outskirts of Chennai on Saturday, the 7th of February. The shoot is reportedly being planned and executed by director Nelson, and it is taking place in what is reportedly the set of a hotel. Apart from the director Nelson, Anirudh too could feature in this promo, playing the roles of two makeup artistes, reports suggest. Titled #Thalaivar173 for now, the film is Superstar Rajinikanth’s first full-fledged film with Kamal Haasan in over 46 years. The new film is also going to be produced by Kamal Haasan’s Raj Kamal Film International. 

Nelson is at least the third director to have been associated with this high-profile reunion. Before him, reports had suggested that Lokesh Kanagaraj would be making the film. Nelson, who is currently completing 

with Rajinikanth, is expected to make his first film with Kamal Haasan when the project goes on floors. 

The promo shoot has long been a staple for big-budget Tamil productions. The trend is said to have become popular with Lokesh Kanagaraj's promo before the release of his Kamal Haasan film 

. Although from the same universe, the scenes that are shot for promos often do not make it into the final version of the film. The hit dialogue, “Arambikalama (let it begin)” became popular from 

's promo video. A similar video, featuring director Nelson and music director Anirudh, had been made to announce the release of 

 was looking at a release for Pongal next year. But with delays and postponements, including Nelson’s commitments, this release date looks unlikely. The reunion will also commemorate 44 years in the business for Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films International. In an earlier interview, Haasan had said, “We’ve been itching to work together for a long time. Like how a biscuit was being split into two, we had then demanded that we each be given a whole biscuit each. Now we’ve found the joy again to realise that we are both happy with just that half biscuit again. So we’ll come together.”

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Weeks after hit music composer Anirudh visited Ajith Kumar at one of his races, it’s now Tamil star Sivakarthikeyan's turn.  The actor posted a series of photos along with the racer-superstar from the sidelines of a race. Sivakarthikeyan had visited him at Yas Circuit in Abu Dhabi. His Pongal release, 

, had just hit OTT screens last week. Sivakarthikeyan also posted the note, “Pure passion, commitment, dedication and resilience—experienced it live, felt the adrenaline rush. An inspiring day spent with an inspiring person. Always look up to you, my dear #AK sir.” 

Ajith Kumar had opened up about how his participation in racing and his popularity as a movie star would attract a new audience towards motorsport. The attendance of figures like Anirudh and Sivakarthikeyan can be seen as the sport attracting a new set of viewers by inspiring curiosity. Tamil star Silambarasan TR too had visited the circuit a few weeks ago. 

Among the clips posted on social media, we see Sivakarthikeyan speaking to Ajith Kumar as they both look at the racing car. Sivakarthikeyan was also seen sporting a jumpsuit with the Ajith Kumar Racing logo on it. Apart from several sponsors, SDAT, the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu, is also among the supporters of his racing team. Ajith Kumar, whose last hit was 

 directed by Adhik Ravichandran, will soon join the sets of another film with the same director after his racing commitments for the year are complete. 

Director Vijay also recently confirmed that he would be directing a documentary on the motorsports career of Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar. Vijay, best known for directing films like 

 that he is currently documenting Ajith Kumar’s racing life. The project was initiated at the request of the actor and his manager, Suresh Chandra.  Vijay said the filming process offered an insight into the world of motorsports. Recalling his first day on set, he quoted Ajith Kumar as saying, “Welcome to my world.”

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In a record-setting acquisition for the South industries, Yash-fronted 

 has secured a cushy distribution deal with Sri Venkateswara Creations (SVC) in the Telugu-speaking states for the film’s theatrical release. 

Headed by veteran producer Dil Raju, SVC has acquired the Andhra Pradesh and Telangana distribution rights for ₹120 crore on an advance commission basis, making it the biggest-ever acquisition for a non-Telugu origin film in the region.

The deal was closed between SVC and the film’s producers, KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, after multiple major players competed for the AP–TG rights. Trade sources view the acquisition as a strong marker of the film’s box-office potential and Yash’s stardom following the success of KGF films. The deal cements 

s place among the biggest pan-Indian releases currently in production.

Commenting on the association, Dil Raju said, “Yash stands as a formidable titan of Indian cinema, and post 

, his market has only grown stronger across the world. The audience’s anticipation for his next after 

 has been building for a while now. With a four-year wait, the buzz and expectations around this film are massive. We at SVC are stoked to present this prestigious project and hope to continue collaborating with Yash on many more films.”

Written by Yash and Geetu Mohandas and directed by Mohandas, 

is being simultaneously in Kannada and English, with dubbed versions planned across major Indian languages. The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on 19 March 2026, coinciding with Eid, Ugadi, and Gudi Padwa and clashing with the marquee Hindi release 

. A racy and highly stylized teaser for the period gangster drama was earlier released by the makers, court controversy over its use of matured visuals.

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Veteran actor Suniel Shetty has publicly addressed persistent rumours suggesting his son Ahan Shetty was responsible for the postponement of Sajid Nadiadwala’s 

, due to his allegedly exorbitant entourage costs. In a recent interview with 

, Shetty dismissed such claims, asserting that they are entirely baseless.

, produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, he was positioned as a promising action lead. 

, meant to mark a reunion with the same producer, has since been put on hold, with speculation around entourage costs clouding the narrative around the delay.

Setting the record straight, his father said: "Ahan has never gone overboard with his entourage. These are all rumours. This gossip was circulated as per the producer’s convenience. If the producer says that he can show a bill, then I will see.” He adds that he will defend his son against such unfounded rumours, saying, “There, the father steps in and will step in, very, very clearly. Don’t spread lies to hide your weaknesses, because it’s not fair on Ahan."

Shetty maintained that both father and son maintain strict personal accountability for expenses when working on film sets. He underscored his point by sharing an example of his own on-set policy: he personally brings his food and water from home while filming, and has instructed his staff to ensure producers are not billed for unnecessary costs. The implication, he said, is that his son’s team operates with the same discipline. “Ahan is very, very careful with his entourage. And if it’s his entourage, he will pay for it. He is aware of that,” he said.

He challenged the narrative of his son causing issues for producers by emphasising his newcomer status, saying that there is no room for him to make unreasonable demands on-set. “Ahan has just arrived, this is his time to settle into the industry, so there are no tantrums. 

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