Ram Gopal Varma: News
Ram Gopal Varma or RGV is a film director and producer, who has been behind some pretty acclaimed films like Company, Satya, Rangeela, Sarkar, Shool and Siva, among others. His films showcase gritty reality and have technical finesse, and craft. He is also known for dramatized re-enactment of real-life incidents. Rayalaseema factionism (Rakta Charitra), 2008 Mumbai attacks (The Attacks of 26/11), Operation Cocoon (Killing Veerappan), Vijayawada riots (Vangaveeti), all stand testimony to this fact. Recently, he churned out a film on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, titled Coronavirus. Reviewers called it a “dreary take” on the outbreak, which is currently wreaking havoc across the globe. RGV has also released his pending projects like Naked, Mia Malkova's CLIMAX, on RGV World.
19 Nov 2024
N Chandrababu NaiduRGV avoids questioning after sharing offensive photos of CM Naidu
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has sought more time from the Andhra Pradesh Police to appear for an investigation.
12 Nov 2024
N Chandrababu NaiduWhy TDP leader filed defamation suit against RGV
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, popularly known as RGV, is in legal trouble in Andhra Pradesh. A case of online defamation has been registered against him after a Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leader filed a complaint.
04 Nov 2024
Animal'Singham Again'-'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' create history with humongous opening weekend
The Diwali weekend has turned out to be a goldmine for Bollywood, with two blockbusters, Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, breaking box office records.
17 Oct 2024
BollywoodRGV hints at Lawrence's biopic; fans cheekily suggest Salman's name
Acclaimed filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has taken to social media to express his fascination with notorious incarcerated gangster Lawrence Bishnoi.
14 Oct 2024
Salman KhanRGV's cryptic tweet on 'gangster, superstar, politician' stirs controversy
Acclaimed filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently set social media on fire with a post that summed up a storyline straight out of real life involving crime, politics, and celebrity culture.
20 Sep 2024
CancerWhen a tragic past kept Vivek Oberoi from serious relationships
Actor Vivek Oberoi recently opened up about his past relationships, revealing that he had very few serious girlfriends.
05 Aug 2024
Mahesh Babu'Big' star paid to extend flop film's theatrical run: RGV
Acclaimed director Ram Gopal Varma recently disclosed that an unidentified Telugu star allegedly paid to keep his underperforming film in theaters longer than planned.
03 Aug 2024
Adipurush'Very dangerous': Why Ram Gopal Varma disapproves of mythological films
Acclaimed Indian filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, recognized for films such as Satya, Company, and Sarkar, has voiced apprehension about the rising trend of mythological films in India.
02 Aug 2024
AnimalWe need 'Oppenheimer,' not 'Thugs of Hindostan': RGV critiques Bollywood
In a recent interview, renowned Indian filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma shared his candid views on the current state of Indian cinema and drew comparisons with Hollywood.
22 Jul 2024
Riteish Deshmukh'As irritating as flickering tubelight': Riteish Deshmukh recalls career-worst criticism
Riteish Deshmukh, who recently appeared in the web series Pill and the horror-comedy Kakuda, has opened up about the harshest criticism he's received in his career.
01 Jul 2024
Kalki 2898 AD'Kalki 2898 AD' bags first-ever award, one-of-a-kind 'Star Wars' trophy
The Indian film industry is abuzz with the success of Nag Ashwin's latest directorial sci-fi venture, Kalki 2898 AD.
30 Jun 2024
Kalki 2898 ADRashmika-Vijay laud 'Kalki'; did they watch it together, fans ask
South Indian film celebrities, Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda, recently expressed their admiration for the sci-fi movie, Kalki 2898 AD.
25 Jun 2024
Amitabh Bachchan'Kalki 2898 AD': Ram Gopal Varma may make cameo appearance
Renowned director Ram Gopal Varma is reportedly slated for a guest role in Nag Ashwin's forthcoming film, Kalki 2898 AD, set to hit the screens this Thursday.
23 Jun 2024
Abhishek Bachchan'Company': RGV reveals not Ajay, but SRK was first choice
Renowned filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently divulged the original casting considerations for his 2002 gangster drama, Company.
31 May 2024
Gulshan KumarManoj Bajpayee recalls 'Satya's 'depressing' halt post Gulshan Kumar's murder
Manoj Bajpayee recently shared his experience of the unexpected halt in the production of his landmark film Satya, following the murder of T-Series's founder Gulshan Kumar.
22 Apr 2024
AR RahmanWho created 'Jai Ho'? Controversy between AR Rahman-RGV explained
For the past week, AR Rahman's Oscar-winning track Jai Ho, from the movie Slumdog Millionaire, has been hitting headlines.
15 Mar 2024
Andhra PradeshRam Gopal Varma not contesting from Pithapuram constituency; issues clarification
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma cleared the air on Friday, stating that he is not entering politics and will not be contesting from Pithapuram, contrary to speculations birthed from his previous tweet.
14 Mar 2024
Pawan KalyanFilmmaker Ram Gopal Varma announces 'sudden' entry into politics
Renowned filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma surprised fans on Thursday when he announced his entry into politics via his official X (previously Twitter) account.
03 Feb 2024
Poonam Pandey'Shame on you': Celebrities slam Poonam Pandey for death hoax
Model-actor Poonam Pandey is indeed "alive" but is currently facing severe backlash for faking her death as a publicity stunt.
10 Dec 2023
Animal'Indians have grown up': Ram Gopal Varma on 'Animal's success
After releasing on December 1, Animal has found itself in the eye of the storm due to its alleged misogyny and rampant glorification of toxic characters.
03 Dec 2023
AnimalRam Gopal Varma wishes to lick Ranbir's feet: Here's why
Yes, you read that right!
15 Sep 2023
Amazon Prime VideoLiked 'Bambai Meri Jaan'? Check out these titles next
Excel Entertainment's series Bambai Meri Jaan, starring Kay Kay Menon, Avinash Tiwary, Kritika Kamra, and Amyra Dastur, has begun streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
29 Aug 2023
Happy BirthdayHappy birthday, Nagarjuna: Actor's must-watch acclaimed films for movie buffs
Tollywood's most celebrated actor, Akkineni Nagarjuna, has etched his name in the audiences' minds in a career spanning three decades.
03 Jul 2023
Bollywood Films25 years of 'Satya': Gangster drama's momentous contribution to industry
Ram Gopal Varma's quintessential gangster drama film Satya was released on this day 25 years ago!
22 Jun 2023
X#Trending: Which Indian directors should make glorious comebacks? Twitter discusses
The role of an accomplished director in the art of making films can hardly be overstated.
13 Jun 2023
Disha PataniHappy birthday, Disha Patani: Lesser-known facts about 'Baaghi 2' actor
Disha Patani is currently at the top of her game when it comes to captivating hearts with her sizzling charm.
12 Jun 2023
WeddingsMadhu Mantena gushes about wife Ira Trivedi after dreamy wedding
Producer Madhu Mantena and Ira Trivedi—an author and yoga teacher—exchanged vows in a private ceremony Sunday.
07 Apr 2023
BollywoodHappy birthday, Ram Gopal Varma: Revisiting his cult classic movies
Writer-director-producer Ram Gopal Varma is credited with churning out some of the most influential and genre-defining movies in his career.
02 Apr 2022
MX Player'Dhahanam': Trailer for Ram Gopal Varma's web series is out
Popular filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is finally coming up with his first web series, Dhahanam.
03 Dec 2021
Rajpal YadavRelease of Ram Gopal Varma's martial arts film, 'Ladki,' deferred
It was early last month, we got the trailer of "India's 1st realistic martial arts film," Ladki, which has been helmed by Ram Gopal Varma.
23 Oct 2021
Entertainment'Dangerous': India's first film for sale as NFT on blockchain
Tollywood's popular director, Ram Gopal Varma is back in the headlines with his one-of-a-kind announcement about his upcoming film Dangerous.
19 May 2021
BollywoodRivaling Netflix, Prime, Ram Gopal launches his own OTT platform
At a time when cinemas are shut, people are turning to OTTs for entertainment.
19 Apr 2021
Vivek OberoiHere's why Vivek Oberoi had refused to debut with Abbas-Mustan
Vivek Oberoi had proved he was here for the long haul when he gave a smashing performance in Company.
07 Apr 2021
BollywoodMight make a movie on the SSR case: Ram Gopal
Ram Gopal Varma, who is known for his edgy movies, recently said that a movie on the life of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput might be on the cards.
26 Jan 2021
Bollywood'I owe my living to Dawood Ibrahim': Ram Gopal Varma
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is known for making movies on crimes and the underworld.
12 Jan 2021
BBC'Death in Bollywood': BBC releases documentary on Jiah Khan's suicide
BBC has released a three-episode documentary series titled Death in Bollywood, revolving around the mysterious death of actor Jiah Khan in 2013.
06 Jan 2021
BollywoodI like women's bodies, not their brains: Ram Gopal Varma
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, who has often landed in controversies for his comments, has done it once again.
24 Dec 2020
BollywoodRGV's '12'o'clock' to be the first theatrical release of 2021
Director Ram Gopal Varma is all set to release his new movie 12'o'clock in theaters on January 8, 2021.
03 Nov 2020
Vijay RaazActor Vijay Raaz gets bail after arrest in molestation case
Bollywood actor Vijay Raaz has been granted bail shortly after he was reported to have been arrested in a molestation case.
30 Aug 2020
Sushant Singh RajputAmid backlash, Mahesh Bhatt's old video with Jiah Khan surfaces
Amid massive criticism and online trolling over his alleged links with actor Rhea Chakraborty, filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt's old video with late actor Jiah Khan has been doing the rounds on social media.
02 Aug 2020
InstagramProud parents! Aftab Shivdasani, wife Nin Dusanj welcome baby girl
Bollywood actor Aftab Shivdasani and his wife, Nin Dusanj, have welcomed their first child, a baby girl. The 42-year-old actor took to Instagram on Saturday night to announce the big news.
27 May 2020
India'Coronavirus' trailer: Ram Gopal Varma's dreary take on the pandemic
If there is one person you can expect to come up (quickly) with a dreary take on a situation that has already caused distress all across the globe, it has to be Ram Gopal Varma.
05 May 2020
BollywoodRGV's sexist remark on women buying alcohol invites Sona's ire
Making problematic statements on social media is Ram Gopal Varma's favorite pastime.
02 Apr 2020
XRGV claimed he had coronavirus, then said it's a joke
Ram Gopal Varma just cracked a joke about an ongoing global pandemic.
13 Apr 2019
IndiaAfter Kangana Ranaut, Kajol to play Jayalalithaa in another biopic?
When Kangana Ranaut was roped in for a biopic on late Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa, it created ripples and became the talk of the town.
02 Apr 2019
Sasikala NatarajanAfter 'Lakshmi's NTR', Ram Gopal Varma announces biopic on Sasikala
It's just been three days since director Ram Gopal Varma's recent directorial Lakshmi's NTR hit the screens.
27 Jul 2018
IndiaSoon, a web-series on underworld and D-Company by RGV
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is once again set to explore the subject of "underworld", this time in a web series.
21 Jul 2018
Ranbir KapoorRGV's plan of 'real-biopic' on Sanjay Dutt upsets sister Namrata
After Ram Gopal Varma announced he will make an 'honest' biopic on Sanjay Dutt, the actor's sister Namrata has asked why the director is putting them through the pain again.
20 Jul 2018
MumbaiDispleased with 'Sanju', RGV to make 'real-biopic' of Sanjay Dutt
Upset with how Rajkumar Hirani portrayed Sanjay Dutt's life in the recent release 'Sanju', director Ram Gopal Varma has confirmed he will make a biopic on the actor's life.
21 Jun 2018
Rajkumar HiraniNagarjuna spills the beans on his upcoming film with Nani
Nagarjuna has teamed up with Nani for his next project which will be directed by Sriram Adittya.
19 Jun 2018
BollywoodActors are judged instantly; should take criticism positively: Vivek Oberoi
Vivek Oberoi is no stranger to successes and failures and the actor said that in a world where a person is judged instantly, he tries to take criticism positively.
25 Feb 2018
SrideviRam Gopal Varma pens an emotional eulogy for Sridevi
Ram Gopal Varma, whose career got a big boost after he worked with Sridevi, is not able to wrap his head around the untimely demise of the actress.
11 Jan 2018
BollywoodRam Gopal Varma shoots video with porn star, Mia Malkova
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently shot a film with adult movie star, Mia Malkova in Europe, for which he is grabbing headlines.