South Indian Cinema: News

20 Mar 2023

Jr NTR

Jr. NTR to stop acting in films? Here's the truth

If you're a fan, don't fret. He's not retiring.

16 Mar 2023

Vikram

All we know about 'Chiyaan' Vikram's long-delayed 'Dhruva Natchathiram'

In 2016, Tamil superstar 'Chiyaan' Vikram and filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon collaborated on the spy thriller Dhruva Natchathiram, a multistarrer reportedly based on a team of 10 secret agents who work for the National Security Agency of India.

11 Mar 2023

Netflix

Stream or skip: Female-led gory revenge drama 'Rekha' on Netflix

Jithin Issac Thomas's Malayalam revenge drama Rekha arrived on Netflix earlier this week after its theatrical run.

06 Mar 2023

Women Safety

Who is Kushboo Sundar, actor who recently alleged sexual abuse

Tamil actor, producer, and politician Kushboo Sundar made an explosive revelation during a recent interview where she disclosed that she was sexually and physically abused by her father when she was eight.

05 Mar 2023

Netflix

#NewsBytesRecommends: 'Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam'—poetry in motion where time stands still

Mammootty's Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam (referred to as NNM hereafter) is a strange yet beautiful film.

05 Mar 2023

Ravi Teja

'Tiger Nageswar Rao': Ravi Teja kickstarts pan-India film's final schedule

Telugu star Ravi Teja is all set to entertain his fans with the upcoming biopic titled Tiger Nageswara Rao.

25 Feb 2023

SS Rajamouli

SS Rajamouli names Dhanush's 'Aadukalam' among top 5 film recommendations

SS Rajamouli and Co are currently basking in the glory of RRR, and its successful awards haul.

25 Feb 2023

RRR

'RRR' clinches 4 honors at Hollywood Critics Association Awards

SS Rajamouli's RRR has roared once again!

20 Feb 2023

Telugu Films

Telugu actor Taraka Ratna's funeral scheduled for today in Hyderabad

The funeral of Telugu actor Taraka Ratna, who passed away on Saturday after being critically ill for several weeks, will be held on Monday in Hyderabad.

19 Feb 2023

Tamil Cinema

Hiphop Tamizha Adhi starrer 'Veeran' first look to release tomorrow

One of the pioneers of Tamil rap, Adhi, who belongs to the famous musical duo Hiphop Tamizha, is gearing up for his next acting venture, Veeran, directed by ARK Saravan.

19 Feb 2023

Tamil Cinema

Tamil actor Mayilsamy dies aged 57 after suffering heart attack

Noted Tamil actor Mayilsamy passed away after suffering a heart attack in the wee hours of Sunday in Chennai. He was aged 57.

18 Feb 2023

Chiranjeevi

'RRR': Chiranjeevi expresses pride as James Cameron lauds Ram Charan

RRR is one of the most loved films of 2022, not only in India but also across the world.

18 Feb 2023

Dhanush

Dhanush-starrer 'Vaathi' Day 1 collections: Period-action drama registers double-digit opening

Tamil star Dhanush's coming-of-age bilingual period drama film Vaathi (Sir in Telugu) was released in theaters on Friday to largely positive reviews.

17 Feb 2023

Dhanush

Dhanush's 'Vaathi': Check first-day collection predictions and Twitter reviews

Dhanush's coming-of-age Tamil period drama film Vaathi (Sir in Telugu) was released in the theaters on Friday (February 17).

16 Feb 2023

Bollywood Films

When did Bollywood start remaking South Indian films 

"Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery," a quote by Oscar Wilde perfectly fits the Bollywood films that are either direct remakes or inspired by South Indian movies.

13 Feb 2023

Malavika Mohanan

Malavika Mohanan took 'dig' at Nayanthara? Actor clarifies on Twitter

Nayanthara's fans had a busy day flooding actor Malavika Mohanan's Twitter mentions after a clip went viral that showed Mohanan expressing her displeasure over the former's "Lady Superstar" tag.

12 Feb 2023

Kannada Films

Union Home Minister Amit Shah praises Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara'

Rishab Shetty-directed Kantara was a major breakthrough film of 2022. Made on a Rs. 16cr budget, it emerged as a huge blockbuster and is still in the buzz.

12 Feb 2023

Kannada Films

Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara' now streaming in English on Netflix

After making waves in the Indian film industry with its rootedness, representation of Kannada folklore, and jaw-dropping climax sequence, director-actor-writer Rishab Shetty's Kantara has earned another feat.

11 Feb 2023

Ajay Devgn

Ajay Devgn's 'Maidaan,' Samantha's 'Shaakuntalam' receive new release dates again

It's raining delays in the Indian film industry.

05 Feb 2023

Kannada Films

'Hoysala' teaser out: Dhananjaya turns cop for his 25th film

Kannada actor Dhananjaya, popularly known as "Daali," has collaborated with director Vijay N for his upcoming project titled Hoysala.

03 Feb 2023

Dulquer Salmaan

11 years of Dulquer Salmaan: Top unmissable films 

When Dulquer Salmaan started his acting career in 2012, his work was restricted to Malayalam cinema mostly. Cut to the present, Salmaan has become a pan-India actor.

02 Feb 2023

Upcoming Movies

'Thalapathy 67' to 'Ponniyin Selvan II': Trisha Krishnan's upcoming films

One of the leading ladies from the South Indian film industry who has been making a lot of noise in showbiz is Trisha Krishnan. A model-turned-actor, Krishnan became a pan-India favorite since Ponniyin Selvan: I was released in 2021.

01 Feb 2023

Vijay

'Thalapathy 67': Every cast announcement for Vijay-Lokesh Kanagaraj's film 

With back-to-back blockbuster hits, Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj is at his peak.

22 Jan 2023

Tamil Cinema

Rajinikanth starrer 'Jailer' release postponed, clash with 'PS-2' averted

Rajinikanth starrer Jailer is one of the most anticipated films of 2023, given the buzz it has created since it was launched last year.

21 Jan 2023

Upcoming Movies

Rishab Shetty working on 'Kantara' prequel's script, reveals Hombale Films

A few months ago, it was reported that actor-filmmaker Rishab Shetty and his team are working on Kantara 2, which will delve deep into Kannada traditions and folklore.

16 Jan 2023

Vijay Sethupathi

Happy birthday, Vijay Sethupathi: Looking at his upcoming pan-Indian projects

South Indian cinema's giant Vijay Sethupathi has a towering presence in the industry due to his roles in Vikram Vedha, Super Deluxe, Vikram, Master, and 96, to name a few.

14 Jan 2023

Vijay Sethupathi

Vijay Sethupathi takes dig at Hindi viewers during 'Farzi' event

South Indian cinema's giant Vijay Sethupathi is set to woo Hindi audiences with back-to-back projects like Farzi, Jawan, and Merry Christmas.

14 Jan 2023

Vijay Deverakonda

Vijay Deverakonda to play cop in Gowtam Tinnanuri's next directorial

Telugu star Vijay Deverakonda is all set to make a splashing return to the silver screen with his next outing, tentatively titled VD 12.

09 Jan 2023

Samantha Ruth Prabhu

'Shaakuntalam' trailer: Samantha Ruth Prabhu, aesthetic visual effects steer mythological-drama

The trailer of Samantha Ruth Prabhu's multilingual mythological drama Shaakuntalam is out!

08 Jan 2023

Bollywood Films

#NewsBytesExplainer: Exploring film noir—meaning; evolution; prominent Hollywood, Bollywood examples

Film noir refers to the kind of movies—usually drama, suspense, or thriller—that explores the moral depravities of its characters and exposes their ulterior motives.

08 Jan 2023

KGF

Yash-starrer 'KGF: Chapter 3's shoot to begin in 2025

KGF is one of the most successful franchises in Indian cinema, and viewers have been in awe of Yash's screen presence and Prashanth Neel's directing skills.

08 Jan 2023

Chiranjeevi

Chiranjeevi's 'Waltair Veerayya': Everything to know about much-awaited film

Megastar Chiranjeevi's much-awaited Telugu mass action entertainer Waltair Veerayya's trailer was released on Saturday and it looks like it lived up to the expectations of the fans.

08 Jan 2023

Bollywood Films

#NewsBytesExplainer: Decoding evolution, usage of cliffhangers in films

While the mere idea of hanging from a cliff is enough to send shivers down one's spine, the term "cliffhanger" is actually what movies now hinge on!

06 Jan 2023

Sita Ramam

'Sita Ramam' art director Sunil Babu dies at 50

Popular art director Sunil Babu passed away at the age of 50. He reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest on Thursday (January 6).

05 Jan 2023

Disney+ Hotstar

Nandamuri Balakrishna's 'Akhanda': Hindi version to hit theaters this month

A Hindi version of the Telugu mega blockbuster movie Akhanda is set to get a theatrical premiere soon.

04 Jan 2023

Vijay Sethupathi

Know all about Sundeep Kishan-Vijay Sethupathi's pan-Indian film 'Michael' 

Telugu star Sundeep Kishan's next movie Michael has been making the headlines ever since it was launched.

03 Jan 2023

OTT releases

Vishnu Vishal, Aishwarya Lekshmi's 'Gatta Kusthi' debuts on OTT

After successfully completing 25 days in the cinema halls, Vishnu Vishal and Aishwarya Lekshmi's Tamil movie, Gatta Kusthi arrived on Netflix on Monday.

03 Jan 2023

OTT releases

'Eeram' to 'Manichithrathazhu': 5 must-watch South Indian horror movies

Great horror movies are more than just jump scares.

02 Jan 2023

Telugu Films

5 interesting facts about Nani, Mrunal Thakur's 'Nani 30'

Actor Nani is one of the few actors who is loved by people across the spectrum. The actor has delivered stellar performances and recently he announced his next project tentatively titled Nani 30.

01 Jan 2023

Ponniyin Selvan

South Indian movies awaiting release in first half of 2023

The year 2022 is over though it might not seem so. It has been an eventful one for South India, as many South movies turned out to be superhit ventures.