Chiru’s MSG Seals Ideal Release Date

Megastar Chiranjeevi's much-awaited movie, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, is getting ready to become the biggest hit during the festive season. It will hit the theaters on January 12, 2026, and the team has officially confirmed this date, making it the main attraction for the Sankranthi festival.

The movie, directed by Anil Ravipudi, has completed its filming.

 It's planned to release on a Monday just before the festival, which allows it to take full advantage of the long holiday period. This timing seems smart and well-thought-out, especially because Sankranthi has always been a profitable time for both Chiranjeevi and Anil Ravipudi. The release poster shows Chiranjeevi in a stylish look, enjoying a cup of tea while sitting in a luxury car.

Throughout his career, Chiranjeevi has made many successful films during the Sankranthi season, and Anil Ravipudi has also had a major hit with Sankranthiki Vasthunnam, which was also released during the festival.

 So, people are really excited about this project.

Adding to the excitement, Victory Venkatesh will have a bigger role in the film, bringing more attention and energy to the movie.

 The pre-release buzz is already high, with songs going viral and promotional material getting a lot of positive reactions.

The movie is produced by Sahu Garapati and Sushmita Konidela under Shine Screens and Gold Box Entertainments.

 The team is expected to put more effort into promoting the film in the days leading up to its release.

Harish Shankar Finally Gives Full Clarity on Pawan’s UBS

When Pawan Kalyan's film Ustaad Bhagat Singh was announced a few years back, there were many guesses in the industry and media about whether director Harish Shankar was making a remake similar to their previous film Gabbar Singh.

 Some thought the story was inspired by Thalapathy Vijay's Theri. Many also believed that the film was delayed because Pawan Kalyan was busy with his political work and other movie projects.

Harish Shankar has now cleared up all those rumors.

 During the launch of the first single today, he said that Ustaad Bhagat Singh is not a remake at all. He explained that Pawan Kalyan was not the reason for the long delay. In fact, Pawan gave full support to the project and even shot for 18 to 20 hours on some days, despite his political duties, to finish the shoot quickly.

Harish Shankar mentioned that he originally wanted to make a more classy film with a college setting, different from the mass entertainer style of Gabbar Singh.

 However, he changed his plan after considering Pawan Kalyan's film schedule and decided to make a remake. But the remake idea didn’t work out, leading to a long delay. He also shared that he went through a period of mental stress during the pandemic and eventually came up with a new script that fits Pawan's mass image.

He added that the movie finally started shooting after a long delay and was completed quickly thanks to Pawan's dedication.

 He mentioned that Pawan would arrive in Hyderabad after finishing his official work and cabinet meetings, shoot until early morning, and then return to his duties without taking much rest.

So, Harish Shankar's statement has ended the long-standing confusion about the remake rumors and cleared up the misconception that Pawan Kalyan caused the delay.

Why No Rajini’s Birthday Treat From Jailer 2?

 Superstar Rajinikanth turned 75 yesterday and this time, his birthday was quiet, unlike previous years. Usually, there's a lot of excitement and chatter on social media about his new movies, but this time there wasn't much. Fans were hoping to hear news about Jailer 2, but there was no update.

Rajinikanth is currently working on Jailer 2, directed by Nelson.

 The director often shares updates on special days, but this time there was nothing new. Some people think this might be because Padiyappa was re-released, and fans are focusing on that instead.

Many Rajinikanth fans are happy about the re-release of Padiyappa and don't want to be distracted by other news.

 There's also a rumor that Nelson might plan a special update for Jailer 2 for another occasion, which is why nothing was shared yet.

Rajinikanth celebrated his 75th birthday today, and social media is full of birthday wishes from everyone.

Akhanda 2 Producers Open Up: Who Supported Them in the Crisis?

It is well known that Akhanda 2 was delayed from December 5 to December 12 because some money owed wasn’t paid by 14 Reels Plus for their previous projects with Eros International and other investors.

 This caused legal problems and financial stress. Solving these long-standing issues in just a week was really hard, and it clearly needed strong support from within the industry. So who came to their aid?

Akhanda 2 was released on Friday, with previews on Thursday, and it opened with good occupancy and strong earnings.

 Producers Raam Achanta and Gopi Achanta spoke to the media about how the film has been received by the press, fans, and general audience.

They started the press event by apologizing to Nandamuri Balakrishna, Boyapati Sreenu, Balakrishna’s fans, and the audience for the delay of Akhanda 2.

 They mentioned that they didn’t expect such problems to happen at the last minute. They thanked two important people: Dil Raju and Ram from Mango Mass Media. According to them, the whole industry supported them, and Dil Raju was the first to step in.

When talking about the box office, the film made around ₹10 crore from Telugu states through Thursday night previews alone.

 Karnataka added ₹1 crore net, placing it in the Top 5 for non-Kannada films. The film is selling out on Friday and through the weekend, and the team is confident Saturday and Sunday will be even better.

They also said that even though some reviews from the media were mixed, the public response has been great, and they expect the positive momentum to keep going.

 On the promotional side, they confirmed that they have planned success events and other activities to keep the film moving until the Sankranthi releases.

Animal. Pushpa 2. Dhurandhar. What’s Next?

Once upon a time, there were specific slots for every language film industry, with the belief that films only did well in certain times of the year.

 November and December were seen as the off-season, especially for Telugu films. But now, with more Pan-India films and less good content, audiences don’t care about seasons anymore. What used to be bad times are now becoming great times.

The first week of December is getting more attention.

 With Christmas on December 25 and Sankranthi in January, big Hindi and Telugu films usually waited for those festival times and skipped December. But recent years show that the first week of December has become a perfect time for big Pan-India releases.

In 2023, Animal, starring Ranbir Kapoor and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, came out in December and created a lot of discussion over its content.

 It did really well at the box office, earning almost 1000 crores, and the Telugu version also did well.

In 2024, Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun and directed by Sukumar, came out and set huge box office records.

 The makers say it made over 1500 crores and became a national hit.

In 2025, Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar, came out and became the highest-grossing film of Ranveer’s career.

 Trade estimates suggest it will make more than 500 crores. With the film doing better in its second weekend, it is expected to beat its first weekend’s numbers.

The next question is: which film will come out in 2026?

 Since Animal, Pushpa 2, and Dhurandhar all became career-best films for their stars, everyone is watching for the next big film that will take that slot.

In Telugu, the films aiming for that spot include Fauzi, starring Prabhas and Hanu Raghavapudi, and another film starring Allu Arjun and Atlee, as well as a film starring NTR and Prashanth Neel.

 It remains to be seen who will take that window among Indian stars.

Ram Charan’s Peddi, Talkie Part Deadline

 Mega Power Star Ram Charan's film Peddi is becoming one of the most highly anticipated movies of 2026, and there's a good reason for that. This rural action movie is directed by Buchi Babu Sana, who made a strong debut with Uppena. The film has already created a lot of excitement with its first look and first song. Produced by Vriddhi Cinemas, this Pan India movie is expected to do well in all languages.

The team is preparing to start shooting with a lot of intensity from tomorrow, focusing on important scenes that involve the main cast.

 Some of the key scenes will be shot in Hyderabad and Delhi, and the entire talking part of the film is planned to be completed by the end of January 2026. The careful planning and execution show how seriously the makers are taking this big project.

In addition to the filming, the post-production work is also in progress.

The creators have confirmed that Peddi will be released in theaters on March 27th without any delays.

Janhvi Kapoor is making her debut on screen with Ram Charan in this movie.

 The film also features Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, and Divyendu Sharma in important roles.

Finally, Akhanda 2 Shows Begin With a Solid Response

Akhanda 2 is the fourth movie made together by Nandamuri Balakrishna and Boyapati Sreenu.

 But getting the film to theatres wasn't easy. The sequel to the 2021 hit Akhanda was first made by Miryala Ravinder Reddy under Dwaraka Creations. Later, the project was taken over by Ram Achanta and Gopi Achanta under 14 Reels Plus.

The team filmed Akhanda 2 in Georgia, the Himalayas, and during the Kumbh Mela.

 They faced many challenges with tough landscapes and bad weather. Balakrishna performed in the Aghora costume, often without shoes, for some of the toughest scenes.

The film was first planned for a Dussehra release on September 25, but because the work wasn’t finished, the date was pushed back to December 5.

 That’s when the real problems started.

Just a day before the new date, on December 4, the release faced an unexpected problem.

 Eros International and some local investors raised issues about money that wasn’t settled. A court order stopped the release, leaving fans surprised and upset. Many had already decorated theatres and were ready to celebrate, only to be disappointed just before the first show.

The makers took a week to settle the legal and financial issues and set December 12 as the new release date.

 Everything seemed to be going smoothly. They got special permissions for the premiere and even raised ticket prices. But six hours before the shows were supposed to start, another twist came. The Telangana High Court refused the request for special shows and higher ticket prices, causing worry among the team and Balakrishna’s fans.

To calm things down, the producers made a statement telling people not to believe the rumors and saying the release was still happening.

 That helped ease some of the tension, and finally, the movie started showing in India and around the world after a tough week for the team.

Now comes the real challenge: the movie itself.

 With fans waiting so long and the team facing so many problems, Akhanda 2 has a lot to live up to. The team needs to make sure the movie is worth the wait.

Akhanda 2 stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Samyukta Menon, and Aadhi Pinisetty.

 The movie is written and directed by Boyapati Sreenu, produced by Ram Achanta and Gopi Achanta under 14 Reels Plus, and presented by M. Tejaswini Nandamuri. The music is composed by Thaman S.