Page 12 - Indian Film Industry

Akhanda 2 release date locked: Balakrishna roars in Dussehra special poster

Nandamuri Balakrishna is gearing up for his much-anticipated Akhanda 2: Thaandavam. Fans have been waiting for the prequel, and the makers have just gifted the fans a new poster on Dussehra

Kantara X review: Rishab Shetty dazzles, but story leaves fans divided

Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 opens to a storm of mixed reactions-audiences praise its grand visuals and powerful performances, but many feel the weak storyline holds it back

Idli Kadai OTT release: When & where to watch Dhanush's family film online?

Dhanush's Idli Kadai was released in theatres on October 1, 2025. The family drama, which co-stars Nithya Menon, Sathyaraja, Arun Vijay, and Shalini Pandey, is an emotional roller coaster

OG box office day 6: Pawan Kalyan film soars to ₹150 cr within a week

Pawan Kalyan's "They Call Him OG" released in theatres on September 25. The movie may surpass Rs 200 crore in domestic collections as the Dussehra festival approaches

OG box office collection day 5: Pawan Kalyan's mega opener to cross 150 cr

'They Call Him OG' ft. Pawan Kalyan has taken the box office by storm since its release on Sept 25, 2025. The Telugu-language action film has made history with the movie poised to cross 150 cr

Kantara Chapter 1 advance bookings cross ₹5 crore, 3 days before release

Rishab Shetty's much-awaited, Kantara: A Legend-Chapter 1, is all set to release on Oct 2, 2025, in theatres globally. The film has opened with huge numbers across the country

OG X Review: Pawan Kalyan shines, film opens to mixed response across India

Pawan Kalyan's latest film, OG, the 'Power Star' is back. The film, directed by Sujeeth, sees Pawan Kalyan go toe to toe with Emraan Hashmi, who is making his Telugu-language debut

OG box office collection day 1: Pawan Kalyan's film opens to record numbers

Power Star Pawan Kalyan is back with the much-anticipated mafia action, "They Call Him OG". After midnight premieres, the movie has released in theaters on September 25, 2025

Who is Treesha Thosar? 4-year-old actress making waves at National Awards

Treesha Thosar, 4, became the youngest recipient in the history of the National Film Awards after her moving performance in the Marathi film 'Naal 2' earned her the best child artist award

OG advance booking: Pawan Kalyan film targets over 100 cr on day 1 globally

Pawan Kalyan is preparing for the biggest box office debut of his career in Sujeeth's "They Call Him OG." On September 25, the gangster drama, which also stars Emraan Hashmi, will be released

71st National Film Awards: Check full list of winners and top honours

Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi is hosting the 71st National Film Awards, which recognise the top talent in the Indian film industry. The winners will receive their honours from President Droupadi Murmu

Jolly LLB 3 box office collection day 4: Akshay & Arshad film sees drop

Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi's comedy film, Jolly LLB 3, witnessed a drop from Rs 21 crore on its first Sunday to Rs 5.5 crore on the first Monday since its theatrical release on 19 September 2025

Zubeen Garg's final journey begins after second post-mortem in Guwahati

Legendary singer Zubeen Garg's second post-mortem concludes at Guwahati Medical College & Hospital (GMCH). On September 19, 52-year-old Zubeen Garg died in a swimming accident in Singapore

Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 trailer out: Rishabh Shetty leads prequel epic

The new trailer of Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 shows Shetty as a fierce warrior, protecting villages imprisoned under oppression. The prequel will be released on the Gandhi Jayanti, 2025

PM Modi hails actor Mohanlal as symbol of excellence after top film honour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Mohanlal as a leading light of Malayalam cinema who epitomises excellence and versatility, as he congratulated him on winning the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. "May his accomplishments continue to inspire generations to come," Modi said on X, adding that he has also delivered remarkable performances in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Hindi films. His cinematic and theatrical brilliance across mediums is truly inspiring, he said. The prime minister said, "Shri Mohanlal Ji epitomises excellence and versatility. With a rich body of work spanning decades, he stands as a leading light of Malayalam cinema, theatre and is deeply passionate about the culture of Kerala." The Malayalam superstar has been named the recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2023, the country's highest recognition in the field of cinema, the I&B ministry announced on Saturday.

Delhi govt cuts film shoot fees to attract filmmakers, boost tourism

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has brought down its filming fee from Rs 75,000 to Rs 25,000 for a day, while shooting inside the Delhi Metro can cost up to Rs 3 lakh depending on the location and timing, according to an official. The Public Works Department (PWD) has kept its base charges at Rs 10,000, while locations such as Dilli Haat (INA) and the Garden of Five Senses can now be hired for Rs 80,000 plus GST a day. The Delhi Metro, almost synonymous with the city's identity, remains among the costlier options, with charges ranging between Rs 2 lakh and Rs 3 lakh depending on the line, station and timings of the shoot, an official from the tourism department said. The MCD has slashed its filming fee from Rs 75,000 a day to Rs 15,000 for eight hours and Rs 25,000 plus GST for 24 hours. But despite the revised rates and subsidies promised under the Delhi Film Policy 2022, only 39 shoots have taken place under the scheme in the last three years, government records show. Launche

Aneet Padda edging out Kiara Advani in Shakti Shalini? Makers refute claims

Saiyaara fame Aneet Padda is in the news for her next project. Rumours says she would be in Dinesh Vijan's upcoming, from the Maddock Horror-Comedy Universe, Shakti Shalini replacing Kiara Advani

Lokah Chapter 1-Chandra becomes 2nd highest-grossing Malayalam film ever

Kalyani Priyadarshan's superhero film, Lokah Chapter 1, has not slowed down at the box office since its release. It is now nearing ₹250 cr & has become the 2nd highest-grossing Malayalam film ever

Deepika Padukone dropped from Kalki 2, likely for her 'commitment' issues

The makers of Kalki 2898 AD have finally announced that actor Deepika Padukone will 'not' be a part of the film's sequel. Makers Of Prabhas starrer say 'Film Deserves Commitment'

Gustaakh Ishq release date: When will Fatima, Vijay Varma's movie release?

The upcoming romantic drama 'Gustaakh Ishq' ft. Fatima Sana Shaikh & Vijay Varma is set to release on Nov 21, 2025. Fashion designer Manish Malhotra has dropped the first song, 'Ul Jalool Ishq'