Vanga Planning a New Year Blast with Spirit First Look?

Sandeep Reddy Vanga is one of the most exciting and unique filmmakers of his time, and he is currently working on his biggest project yet called Spirit, which stars Prabhas.

It seems Sandeep has a special connection with New Year’s as he’s making it a habit.

 After releasing the first look of his previous movie Animal on New Year's night in 2023 (December 31, 2022), he is now expected to do the same for Spirit.

According to some insider information, Sandeep is likely to unveil the first look poster of Spirit on New Year's night again.

 This might be the second time in a row that he releases the first look of his films on New Year’s.

It is said that a major shoot for the first look poster has already taken place, and the poster is expected to be released just in time for New Year’s night.

 This would come after the film’s voice promo, which was a huge hit.

In the case of Animal, people weren’t sure what to expect, but Sandeep delivered a stunning poster for Ranbir that went viral.

Now, the expectations are even higher for this collaboration between Sandeep and Prabhas.

 Everyone is watching closely for the big reveal that is likely to happen on New Year's night.

Andhra King Taluka Trends No.1 on Netflix India

"Andhra King Taluka, with Ram Pothineni playing the loyal fan Sagar and Upendra as the superstar Surya Kumar, had a great run in theaters before becoming a hit on OTT platforms. The movie was directed by Mahesh Babu P and produced by Mythri Movie Makers. It mixes action, comedy, and deep emotions, focusing on themes like fandom and chasing dreams.

The film debuted on Netflix on December 25th and quickly became one of the trending shows in India.

 It is available in all South Indian languages and Hindi, making it a popular choice for families. Ram’s realistic acting and his romantic scenes with Bhagyashri Borse, along with the exciting ending with Upendra, were big highlights. The movie’s chart-topping soundtrack also added to its appeal.

Thanks to its huge success on OTT, Andhra King Taluka is now the top trending film on Netflix across the country.

 It has become a must-watch for weekends, attracting both young audiences and families on the small screen."

Champion Makes Roshan A Star: Swapna Dutt

"Champion" is a sports and period action movie with patriotic themes.

 Roshan and Anaswara Rajan are the main actors in the film. The team had a success meeting today.

Swapna Dutt, the producer, made a special comment.

 She said that at Vyjayanthi Movies and Swapna Cinema, they like making strong, content-rich, and challenging movies instead of easy or low-risk projects.

She said, "Producers Kiran, GK Mohan, and Zee were very supportive.

 I handled the production for this movie, and they never questioned the budget. We feel good making films like this. When Pradeep told me the story, I was really excited. At that time, we were working on Sita Ramam and Kalki, and we were talking about who should play Michael—whether a big hero or a young one. GK Mohan sent Roshan’s photo and said, 'We found Michael.' Roshan gave more than three years of his best time to this film."  

Swapna added, "People in the industry think that Srikanth’s son has good looks and will become a big star.

 We wanted an actor with no past baggage for the role. I’m happy that 'Champion' has made Roshan a star."  

Roshan also talked about his emotions while working on the film, especially the scenes from Bairanpally.

 He said, "Swarna akka is like an elder sister to me. She gave me a lot of encouragement and confidence. I also can’t forget the support from Gemini Kiran and GK Mohan. I don’t know why Kalyan Chakravarthy stopped acting, but I hope he will come back now."

Akhanda 2 Refuse To Give Up in B, C Centres

Because of a late release and some mixed reviews, Nandamuri Balakrishna's highly anticipated mythological action film Akhanda 2, which was his fourth movie with director Boyapati Srinu, didn't reach the box office numbers people were hoping for.

But even after two weeks, the film is still doing well in B and C centres, especially on weekends and holidays.

After a good start, the movie saw a drop in collections at the A centres' multiplexes.

 However, Balakrishna's popularity among mass audiences is helping it perform well in B and C centres. Since most new films aren't doing well, Akhanda 2 is still making decent money because of good turnout in single screens at B and C centres. It made more than 1 crore every day during the second week.

Taking advantage of the Christmas holiday, the film made over 2 crores on Thursday.

 The total collection is now close to 120 crores, and trade experts think it might do well in the upcoming weekend and on New Year's Eve.

Even though Balakrishna's strong acting and exciting action scenes worked well for the masses, the film didn't live up to the high hopes for the sequel.

Still, Akhanda 2 crossed the 100 crore mark and is the fifth movie in Balakrishna's career to reach that milestone.

However, the box office goal for this sequel, which had huge expectations before it came out, is much higher than what it has made so far.

 Plus, the film did great in pre-release sales in all areas. That's why it's expected to end up as a moderate performer from a trade perspective.

Boyapati’s ‘Never Give Up’ – Still Promoting Akhanda 2!

 Akhanda 2 received a mix of opinions and also faced some online criticism, mostly about the director's style. Even so, Boyapati didn't stop working. He kept being active in the public eye, which helped keep the film talked about on social media and kept people interested. Despite the mixed reactions, Balakrishna's popularity was clearly shown in the movie's earnings.

Even though he is an experienced filmmaker, Boyapati Sreenu stayed very involved even after the film came out.

 For almost twenty days, he kept promoting the movie without taking a break.

Interestingly, the film performed better than many expected last Sunday.

 While some criticized the director for going too far in a few scenes, many viewers still connected with the movie. People who like big crowd-pleasing movies and those who relate to the film's main message kept supporting it.

The film also had an advantage because there wasn't much competition.

 In the recent weeks, no major film has had strong reviews, not even big Hollywood movies like Avatar Fire and Ash.

At a time when many directors step back from a project after getting mixed feedback, Boyapati made a point to stay visible and confident.

 His ongoing promotions have definitely helped keep the movie's audience coming, even as it moves into its third week.

Gatha Vaibhavam Telugu Release Date Locked

 Gatha Vaibhavam became a big hit in Kannada because of Suni's great direction and the heartfelt acting by SS Dushyanth and Ashika Ranganath, who played soulmates who meet again in different lives. After a successful release in Karnataka two months ago, the film is now ready for its Telugu version. It was originally meant to come out at the same time in Telugu, but there were some unexpected problems that caused delays.

The Telugu version will be released by PrimeShow Entertainment, run by K. Niranjan Reddy and Chaitanya Reddy.

 The poster for the release date shows the film's love story against beautiful background settings.

The movie was supported by Suni Cinemas and Servegara Silver Screens.

 The movie's elaborate sets were made by Shivakumar, Ullas Hydur, and Raghu Mysore, along with William J. David's eye-catching visuals, making it a stunning period drama. Judah Sandhy composed the music for the film.

The trailer gives a hint of four different time periods and has already caught the attention of Telugu audiences.

 It promises amazing visual effects and an engaging story. Gatha Vaibhavam offers exciting stories about reincarnation, emotional moments, and top-notch technical work, making it enjoyable for everyone.

Champion Day 1 Opens with Rs 4.5 Cr Gross

 Champion, which came out recently with a lot of hype, has gotten mixed reactions from critics. It was made by a well-known production team and had a good budget, which created a lot of buzz before it released. But the actual movie has split opinions.

Even though the reviews are mixed, the film has done well at the box office.

 The makers say it made about Rs 4.5 crore on its first day, which is a good start considering everything. The movie is still doing reasonably well in theaters in many places.

Technically, the film looks good and adds to its strength.

 The songs have been well received and are working in some parts, especially in areas where big songs are popular.

The main couple is a strong point for the film.

 Roshan has been noticed for his acting and how he carries the movie in important scenes. The heroine also contributes well, and their pairing works to some degree.

With the mixed reviews, the next few days will be important.

 If the movie keeps doing well over the weekend, it could have a steady run at the box office.