Pithapuram Lo Ala Modalaindi deserves to be a success - Suman
Dr. Rajendra Prasad, Prithviraj, Kedar Shankar, Manichandana, Annapurnamma, Sunny Akhil, Virat, Sai Praneeth, Sreelu, Pratyusha and Rehana play the lead roles in ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’, directed by renowned filmmaker Mahesh Chandra, known for ‘Preyasi Raave’. The film is jointly produced by Dundigalla Balakrishna, Akula Suresh Patel and F.M. Murali (Godari Kittayya) under Mahesh Chandra Cinema Team and Ever Green Epic Cinema. Leading production house Prime Show Entertainment will be releasing the film worldwide on September 18. A grand pre-release event was held in Hyderabad on Saturday night. Popular actor Suman unveiled the film’s teaser at the event. Speaking on the occasion, Suman said: "I have shared an association with Chandra Mahesh for more than 25 years. He is a wonderful director who has great clarity in his work. I wish ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’ a grand success. I believe this film, made with fresh content and a new subject, will appeal to everyone.” Popular producer Chadalavada Srinivasa Rao said: “Chandra Mahesh is a talented and deserving director, and also a very good person. I wish him great success with this film. Chandra Mahesh is a director who always thinks about the interests of producers. I hope such a fine filmmaker continues to make many more films. It is happy to see Chaitanya Reddy releasing this movie. Everyone associated with ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’ should earn a good name through this film. I wish the movie a great success.” Prasanna Kumar said: "Chandra Mahesh is a very good person. He has worked extremely hard to make this film. I wish the producers Dundigalla Balakrishna, Akula Suresh Patel and F.M. Murali good profits. I hope this family-oriented film becomes a big success.” Dr. Rajendra Prasad said: “In my 49-year film career, the greatest fortune I have had is the wonderful roles that came my way. Right here at Prasad Labs Preview Theatre, legendary director K. Viswanath garu watched the preview of ‘Aa Naluguru’ and appreciated me saying, ‘I was looking to see whether you would appear anywhere in the film other than the character of Raghuram. I couldn’t find you anywhere.’ C. Narayana Reddy garu also gave me the title ‘Natakireeti’, saying that I made audiences laugh with one eye and cry with the other. “That was not because of my greatness. It was the greatness of those characters and the greatness of the people who created them. Being fortunate enough to get such roles is a blessing from God. “If you were to seat a Hollywood actor here in this theatre and show him ‘Ladies Tailor’ in the morning and ‘Aa Naluguru’ in the evening, he would ask, ‘Who is this artist? And who is that artist?’ This entire fortune came to me because of those roles. “I already knew what kind of director Chandra Mahesh is. When he narrated this story to me, I immediately understood the depth of my character. This film will show the world what Chandra Mahesh is capable of. He endured many hardships and challenges to make this film. “The content of this movie will connect with Telugu people across the world because it is a story that exists in every household. Every audience member who watches this film will go and speak highly of it to at least ten others. “My heartfelt thanks to Chandra Mahesh. Even the artistes were moved to tears during the climax scene. That is the level of emotion in the film. At the same time, the movie also has all the commercial elements that this generation will enjoy. “As a senior actor, I fold my hands and request everyone: please go to the theatre and watch a good film.” Telangana Chamber Secretary Anantha Giri said: "The moment I saw the title ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’, I felt that the film would be a hit. I wish the movie a grand success.” Director Mahesh Chandra said: "I have put my heart and soul into ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’. The film has shaped up wonderfully. I thank all my artistes who supported me throughout this journey. Every one of them lived their respective roles. The film has come out very well and I am confident that it will definitely become a hit. I request everyone to watch the film with their families. It will certainly appeal to everyone. Family-oriented films are doing well at present, and audiences always encourage good cinema. Among all the films I have made, ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’ will stand on another level.” Director Ram Prasad said: “‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’ is coming with a strong family sentiment. Films like this should be watched in theatres. I wish the movie a great success.” Director Samudra said: “‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’ is releasing on September 18. I wish the film a grand success. Love and marriage will always remain relevant. We must always respect our families and parents. I wish this movie tremendous success.” Director Veera Shankar said: “Chandra Mahesh is a very good friend of mine. He has made this film in a way that will appeal to the present generation. Audiences are now coming back to theatres. ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’ is a film that the entire family can watch together. The media should extend its support to such a feel-good movie.” Prime Show Entertainment’s Chaitanya Reddy said: "‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’ beautifully portrays the relationship between a father and his daughters. Children should follow the advice given by experienced elders. We have always stood by small producers and newcomers, and will continue to support them.” Director-writer BVS Ravi said: “As long as the concepts of love and marriage exist, ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’ will remain relevant. The film features a wonderful conflict between a father and his daughter. Mahesh Chandra handles drama exceptionally well. Everyone should definitely watch this film.” Producer Dundigalla Balakrishna said: "I wish ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’ a great success. This is a film that every mother, father and daughter should watch.” Producer Akula Suresh said: "I have seen many families in my hometown and developed this story from those experiences. I narrated it to Chandra Mahesh garu, and now my story is arriving on screen as ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’. The film will appeal to audiences across all sections. It will feel like a story from every household.” Producer F.M. Murali said: "Chandra Mahesh garu shot ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’ in our village and even in our own house. After watching the film, I came out emotionally moved. I believe the movie will appeal to both youth and family audiences.” Actress Manichandana said: “‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’ has a very good story and strong emotional content. I thank Mahesh Chandra garu for giving me such a wonderful role in the film.” Satyam Rajesh said: “Mahesh Chandra garu introduced me as an artiste. I consider him my guru, and I wish the film he has made a grand success. I hope this movie, featuring Rajendra Prasad garu, Prithvi garu and Manichandana garu, will entertain and impress everyone.” Kirrak RP said: “Rajendra Prasad garu spoke very highly of ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’. I believe this film, made with so many values, will appeal to everyone. I request all audiences to watch the film in theatres and make it a big hit.” Actor Prithvi said: “Mahesh Chandra garu is going to present a wonderful story through ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’. The bond between fathers and daughters has been beautifully written. There are still children who listen to their parents, and I consider myself fortunate to have a daughter like that. This is a story that happens in every family. Everyone will definitely be moved to tears during the climax. I believe women audiences will wholeheartedly embrace this film.” Actor Kedar Shankar said: “‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’ has wonderful emotional depth. It will appeal to both family and youth audiences.” Actress Sreelu said: '‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’ is arriving on September 18. It is a film that every family—especially mothers, fathers and daughters—should watch.” Actor Virat said: "Thank you to Mahesh Chandra garu for giving me an opportunity in ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’. This is my debut film. I thank everyone who came here today to support us.” Actor Sunny said: "Thank you to Chandra Mahesh garu for giving me an opportunity in ‘Pithapuram Lo... Ala Modalaindi’. Our film is releasing on September 18. I request everyone to watch it and support us.” Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. 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Sep 13, 2026 6:44PM
Lady Gaga becomes mother of first child with Michael
Lady Gaga has reportedly entered a new chapter in her personal life, welcoming her first child with fiancé Michael Polansky. The couple was recently spotted with a newborn during a private stroll in Northern California, with Gaga seen carrying the baby close to her chest. The singer and Polansky have largely kept their relationship away from the spotlight. They began dating in 2020 and got engaged in 2024, with Gaga previously speaking openly about her desire to start a family. Gaga had even described motherhood as the role she most wanted to take on next. In a 2025 appearance, she spoke about wanting to become a mother and giving her future children the freedom to discover their own identities. For now, the couple has not publicly revealed details about the newborn, including the baby's name, sex or exact date of birth. Gaga has also maintained a low public profile since wrapping her Mayhem Ball tour in April. The arrival of her first child marks a deeply personal new phase for the global pop star. Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.
Sep 12, 2026 8:10PM
Anupama dazzles in Kaaka Dhoom from Crazy Kalyanam
The makers of Crazy Kalyanam have released the energetic lyrical song "Kaaka Dhoom Dhamaka" from the film. Starring Naresh VK, Anupama Parameswaran, Tarun Bhascker, and Raj Weds Rambai fame Akhil Uddemari in lead roles, the film is being produced by passionate producer Boosam Jagan Mohan Reddy under the Arrow Cinemas banner as Production No. 2. The film is directed by Badrappa Gajula. "Kaaka Dhoom Dhamaka" has been designed as a high-energy mass wedding celebration song packed with vibrant dance moves and festive vibes. Composer Suresh Bobbili has delivered a catchy mass tune, while Kasarla Shyam has penned the lyrics. The song is sung by Jangi Reddy, with Suresh Bobbili also lending his rap vocals. Choreographer Eswar Penti has created energetic dance steps that perfectly match the celebratory mood of the track. The song instantly grabs the attention of music lovers with its festive beats and lively lyrics, making it a perfect wedding anthem. One of the biggest highlights of "Kaaka Dhoom Dhamaka" is Anupama Parameswaran's energetic dance performance. Her stylish dance moves are expected to go viral across social media. Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.
Sep 12, 2026 7:51PM
Happy Journey Trailer: A Fun Ride Through Paris
The trailer of Happy Journey gives a lively glimpse into a women-centric travel entertainer that mixes comedy with the emotional side of taking a break from everyday life. Starring Annapurnamma, Aamani, Jhansi and Payal Radhakrishna alongside Vamsee and Ravi Theja, the Abhiramm Naidu directorial revolves around a group of women travelling to Paris and the experiences that unfold during the trip. Rather than making the Paris backdrop merely decorative, the trailer uses the journey to bring out the different personalities in the group. Vamsee and Ravi Theja appear as guides accompanying the women, while Annapurnamma and Aamani emerge as the biggest comic attractions. Their exchanges and one-liners have an easy, familiar quality, drawing humour from the way ordinary Indian families often behave while travelling abroad. There is also an emotional layer beneath the comedy. These women have spent years caught up in their responsibilities, and the Paris trip becomes an opportunity to experience something for themselves. The trailer hints at friendships, unexpected situations and memories created along the way without revealing too much of the actual story. One of the film's noticeable aspects is that the entire journey has been filmed in Paris, giving the trailer a natural travelogue-like feel. The real locations, combined with the group's chemistry, make the film look less like a conventional comedy and more like a fun vacation that audiences get to experience alongside the characters. Produced by Balaji Gutta and Koushik Reddy, Happy Journey is scheduled to release in theatres on September 18. The trailer suggests that the film is banking on relatable humour, travel and the chemistry between its characters to deliver a light-hearted theatrical experience. Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.
Sep 12, 2026 5:58PM
Nikhil confirms Swayambhu as Pan India Film
Nikhil has been patient over three years for his upcoming biggie, Swayambhu. The actor has taken a gigantic leap in his career with the film after Karthikeya 2 becoming a big success. With Swayambhu, he is pushing himself to the brink and he confirmed that the movie is a Pan-India film. He wrote, "SWAYAMBHU is going to be a Multi Language PAN INDIAN film Releasing Nationwide - WorldWide. Good things take time. We r almost there... I never expected to shoot for 175 days and 2500 graphics shots for a single film. But... Raccha Lepadaniki Ready .. Release Date announcement coming." Nikhil seems to be confirming this after The Paradise makers stated that they are making a Telugu Film but not a Pan-India one. Currently, the post production works of the film are going on at a rapid pace. Samyuktha and Nabha Natesh are playing leading roles in this film produced by Bhuvan and Sreekar. The movie is directed by Bharat Krishnamachari. KK Senthil Kumar has handled cinematography for the film. Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.
Sep 12, 2026 4:41PM
Aadarsha Kutumbam Teaser: Trivikram promises good entertainer
Trivikram Srinivas is known for his style of comical entertainers. He is working for the first time with Victory Venkatesh for their Aadarsha Kutumbam AK 47 with Srinidhi Shetty in leading lady role. The movie teaser has been unveiled and it showcases the life of a family who rise from middle class to rich. Venkatesh as a middle class man looks like his character being developed from Malliswari Pelli kani Prasad after marriage. He does everything from house work to office work while Srinidhi as his wife spends luxuriously. They have huge amount of debt and their lives change with a lottery ticket. But there is a huge crime angle and Venkatesh has to go out of his zone to fight. With Trivikram at the helm, the comedy elements in the film work brilliantly and the character of Venkatesh is designed very well too. We have to wait and see how the other elements come together but Trivikram is in good form as a writer. The jokes work well enough for family audiences to come and watch the film from 2nd October. S Thaman is scoring music for the film and Nara Rohit is playing a prominent role in the movie as a police officer. Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.
Sep 12, 2026 4:26PM
Avengers EndGame Encore India bookings open all over
Reassemble for the epic conclusion of the Infinity Saga on the big screen on 25th September across English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu in all premium formats. Marvel Studios opens bookings for Avengers Endgame: Encore for IMAX, Marvel Studios Presented In Infinity Vision, and premium formats including 4DX, MX4D, SCREEN X, DOLBY VISION, HDR BARCO, ICE, ahead of its theatrical release. Returning to Indian cinemas in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, Avengers Endgame: Encore will let audiences experience one of the most monumental cinematic events of all time on the big screen once again. The movie includes an exclusive look at the highly anticipated Avengers: Doomsday , which arrives in cinemas on 18th December 2026. For fans looking to experience Avengers Endgame: Encore at its most spectacular, the film will be presented in IMAX, Marvel Studios Presents Infinity Vision, and other premium large formats. Infinity Vision-certified screens guarantee audiences an exceptional cinematic presentation, with larger screens, brighter images, and outstanding sound. In Avengers Endgame: Encore, after devastating events wiped out half the world’s population, the remaining heroes struggle to move forward. Ultimately, they must come together to restore order and harmony in the universe and bring their loved ones back in a dramatic showdown against Thanos. The film is produced by Kevin Feige and directed by Anthony and Joe Russo. Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Michael Grillo, Trinh Tran, Jon Favreau, James Gunn, and Stan Lee serve as executive producers. Marvel Studios’ Avengers Endgame: Encore releases in IMAX, Marvel Studios Presented In Infinity Vision, and premium formats including 4DX, MX4D, SCREEN X, DOLBY VISION, HDR BARCO, ICE in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu on 25th September. Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.
Sep 12, 2026 12:33PM
Allu Arjun fans spread HPV awareness to interior villages
Taking fandom beyond cinema and celebrations, Allu Arjun fans across eight states have come together to conduct 820 HPV awareness programmes in schools, reaching nearly 3 lakh girl students across India. Driven through the Allu Arjun Fans Association (AAFA), the initiative has been carried out across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Maharashtra, Karnataka and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, taking HPV awareness directly into schools and communities. The programmes have focused on creating awareness among young girls about HPV, its prevention and the importance of vaccination, while encouraging students and families to seek appropriate guidance from qualified healthcare professionals. What makes the initiative particularly significant is its grassroots scale. Instead of limiting fan activities to celebrations and film-related events, AAFA members have used their extensive network across states to take an important health-awareness message directly to schools. The numbers reflect not just the scale of the initiative, but the ability of a nationwide fan community to come together with a shared purpose. The campaign also represents a new dimension of Allu Arjun’s nationwide connect, with his fan community increasingly using its collective strength for meaningful initiatives beyond cinema. For AAFA, the objective is simple—to use the power of its network to create awareness, encourage conversations and help more families understand the importance of HPV prevention and vaccination. From celebrating a star to creating an impact, Allu Arjun’s fan community is turning fan power into social power. Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.
Sep 11, 2026 6:02PM
418 Trailer: Creeps and thrills
The trailer of 418 sets up a creepy mystery around an abandoned building and one particular room that appears to be at the centre of everything going wrong. Directed by Kirtan Nagagouda, the horror drama is presented by Prashanth Neel and produced by Mythri Movie Makers. The story begins after the abandoned building is reopened, with the first person entering the premises experiencing strange paranormal occurrences. Room No. 418 soon emerges as the focal point of the mystery, as the protagonist starts experiencing disturbing incidents and psychological changes. His curiosity to understand what is happening eventually draws his friends into the situation, while the trailer hints that women entering the building could be facing an even greater danger. What works in the trailer is that it doesn't completely spell out the mystery. Instead, it gradually builds an unsettling atmosphere through eerie visuals, sound design and glimpses of the backstory. The horror appears to have a psychological layer as well, suggesting that the film is not relying entirely on conventional jump scares. Chaitra Achar gets one of the most intriguing parts in the trailer and makes an impression with a restrained performance. Surya Raj, Charan Lakkaraju and Preethi Pagadala also contribute to the growing tension. The cinematography, visuals and background score complement the unsettling mood created by the director. Movie is scheduled for release on 18th September. Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.
Sep 11, 2026 5:25PM
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit becomes Kerala Industry Hit
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has officially crossed Vaazha II to become new Kerala Box Office Industry Hit. The film has crossed the ₹130 crore gross mark in Kerala with today’s collections. The movie has already crossed Thudarum and Lokah Chapter 1 Chandra gross at KBO earlier this week. The interesting part is that the film’s box-office journey may not stop with a Kerala record. Bethlehem Kudumba Unit is now heading towards the Rs.300 crore-plus worldwide territory, this weekend. The movie is set to cross Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, whose worldwide gross is around Rs.302–303 crore. Bethlehem Kudumba Unit is set to be the first film to touch Rs.150 crore gross at the box office if it continues to perform at the same level during Vinayaka Chaviti weekend and weekdays. With other films not even giving any sort of competition to this film's run is helping it to create such unprecedented records. Nivin Pauly after Premam has delivered his All-Time Biggest Blockbuster grosser after a ten-year gap. Also, for four years he faced huge disasters but came back with Sarvam Maya last year and this year, he delivered an Industry Hit. Mamitha Baiju has set the box office rolling and her next release will create opening records. Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.
Sep 11, 2026 3:55PM
Mahendragiri Varahi Movie Review
Cast: Sumanth, Siddhu Jonnalagadda, Meenakshi Goswami, Aishwarya Rajesh, Brahmanandam, Vennela Kishore, Rajeev Kanakala, Malavika Nair Crew: Written by Naga Muralidhar Namala, Santossh Jagarlapudi Music by Anup Rubens Cinematography by Krishnaa Prathap R Editing by Junaid Siddiqui Directed by Santossh Jagarlapudi Produced by Madhu Kalipu, Laxman Sumanth has been working on different scripts and he resorted OTT movies more often these days. He looked really pumped up with Mahendragiri Varahi film and the kind of story it brought to screen. Siddhu Jonnalagadda, Aishwarya Rajesh, Malavika Nair did cameos in the film and it released on 11th September. Let's discuss about the film in detail. Plot: Mahendragiri kin of Mahendragiri kingdom are cursed by Goddess Varahi (Aishwarya Rajesh) for mistreating women 200 years ago in 1826. Men from the kin die at the age of 33, on their birthday, mysteriously. In 1993, Rajendra Varma (Siddhu Jonnalagadda), an Atheist, gets killed while travelling on road with his pregnant wife (Malavika Nair). His mother (Manju Bhargavi) adopts her daughter's son, Narendra Varma (Vamsee Chaganti) and he is in danger in 2026. Siddharth (Sumanth) runs a YouTube channel against the superstitions and Satyam (Vennela Kishore) helps him while their elder brother Rajeev (Kamal Kamaraju) gives them the money. Siddharth's parents believe going to Mahendragiri Varahi temple will help Rajeev to get married without any issues. They go to the temple but they are shocked when Narendra and Rajeev, both die in similar fashion. Why did they die? Will the curse end? Is it really curse or people using the curse? Watch the movie to know more. Analysis: Sumanth is good in parts but he seems to have lost track of his performance due to the longer intervals the shoot stretched. He did well in the second half in very important portions where the story opens up after investigation. Siddhu Jonnalagadda is good in the portion given to him. Brahmanandam, Vennela Kishore get shocking characters but their performance did not match the weight. Rajeev Kanakala is good but lacks impact and all others are forgettable. Writing in this film is too amatuerish and it keeps jumping from point to point without real bridge scenes or interesting skeleton. There is a structure in the story, few plot points that tend to become common for such films yet the makers did not make any effort in writing and presenting them differently. The performances here are also very unconvincing. The story does draw comparison with Murari, as the curse portion and deaths do have parallels. Here, the movie fails establishing an emotional connect with Vamsee or Kamal's characters. Even the investigation that happens after their death looks completely written with negligence thinking that the audiences cannot really crack anything. It does not really let the clues be identified rather they just scatter them around and audiences are left exhausted when final twists arrive. The final twists seem to have been written with Aditya Karikalan's death in mind and then some old order style stories. At a time when the influence of Britishers had been so prominent, still continuing these murders like a mystery needed a lot more depth, imagination in writing. Cinematography is poor, makers did not even care about DI. Music by Anup Rubens is forgettable and production values do not match the story ambition. At low budgets, Malayalam industry has been trying these sort of stories from some time and here, makers failing to land the story, narrative properly shows the lack of skill. Makers did need to bring in better technicians and writing department to get a cohesive script for this story to land. Overall, the movie just disappoints and looks like a cheap rip-off of other God based investigative supersitious thrillers rather than a solid film. Positives: Sumanth's performance Few engaging twists Negatives: Production values Technicial abilities Music Underwhelming Writing Bad Cienmatography Lethargic execution Rating: 2/5 Bottomline: A Forgettable Film. Disclaimer: The views/opinions expressed in this review are personal views/opinions shared by the writer and organisation does not hold a liability to them. Viewers' discretion is advised before reacting to them.
Sep 11, 2026 1:31PM
Epic Movie Review
Cast: Anand Deverakonda, Vaishnavi Chaitanya, Sivaji, Vasuki, Kalyan Shankar Crew: Written by Aditya Hasan Cinematography by Azeem Mohammad Music by Hesham Abdul Wahab Editing by Navin Nooli Direction by Aditya Hasan Produced by Suryadevara Naga Vamsi, Sai Soujanya Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya, the hit pair from Baby, come together again for Epic: First Semester. Directed by Aditya Hasan, this film explores young love and live-in relationships with a London backdrop. The movie released today, and let's discuss it in detail. Plot: Aditya (Anand) is a soft-spoken middle-class boy from Wanaparthy who goes to London for higher studies. There, he meets Kadali (Vaishnavi), an independent and bold girl from Vizag. Their casual connection quickly turns into a live-in relationship. As time passes, ego clashes, intimacy issues, and the struggles of living in a foreign country start to pull them apart. How they deal with these conflicts and how it impacts Aditya's father (Sivaji) forms the rest of the story. Analysis: Anand Deverakonda is perfectly cast as the innocent and slightly awkward Aditya. His conversations with Vaishnavi feel natural, and he handles the emotional beats well. Vaishnavi Chaitanya delivers a strong performance, bringing a required unpredictability to the bold and vulnerable Kadali. Their chemistry remains the film's biggest asset, capturing the tension and tenderness of modern relationships with candor. However, the film’s major drawback is its pacing and writing. While the initial interactions and comedy by Kalyan Shankar are engaging, the narrative becomes severely repetitive in the middle portions. The couple’s conversations circle the same emotional conflicts without moving the story forward. The emotional high points, especially the heartfelt scenes involving Sivaji, arrive too late after the audience's patience has been tested by a sluggish screenplay. Technically, Hesham Abdul Wahab’s music is a standout, elevating many silent and ordinary moments. The cinematography by Azeem Mohammad successfully captures the mood, but Navin Nooli’s editing could have been much sharper. Trimming 15-20 minutes would have vastly improved the film. Overall, Epic has its heart in the right place but falters due to a tedious narrative. Positives: Anand and Vaishnavi's chemistry Good performances by the lead pair and Sivaji Hesham Abdul Wahab's music Negatives: Very slow pace Repetitive and boring screenplay Lack of strong conflict Abrupt ending Rating: 2/5 Bottomline: Epic relies purely on the lead pair's chemistry but tests your patience with a slow, dragging narrative. Disclaimer: The views/opinions expressed in this review are personal views/opinions shared by the writer and organisation does not hold a liability to them. Viewers' discretion is advised before reacting to them.
Sep 11, 2026 12:41PM
ZEE5 reimagines and boldly brings more great content
As audiences gain access to more entertainment than ever before, Zee 5 is redefining how they discover and experience entertainment. Building on its expanded content proposition, the platform is unveiling one of its most defining transformations yet – a bold, ground-breaking revamp across Mobile and Connected TV, powered by smarter personalisation, AI-led discovery, richer visual navigation and a seamless cross-screen experience. Designed around the audiences’ watch rhythm, the new Zee 5 opens doors to five distinct universes – Premium Entertainment, Free 5, KidZ, TV and Sports – making discovery intrinsically intuitive, immersive and effortless. Because as India’s watch pattern evolves, so does the experience of discovering entertainment. Personalisation sits at the heart of the new experience, helping audiences discover content that is most relevant to their interests, whereas the AI add-on enables smarter discovery and smoother interactions across the platform. With audiences increasingly consuming entertainment across connected devices alongside mobile, the new experience has been designed to move seamlessly between the small and big screen. Taking convenience a step further is a next-generation AI-powered customer support assistant feature, that delivers intelligent, near-instant resolution across subscriptions, playback, access, content and devices. Alongside these features, Zee 5 is also taking advanced steps to strengthen data privacy, supported by safeguards that are best-in-class and category-leading. Together, these innovations, bundled together, set a new benchmark for a faster, smarter and more effortless entertainment experience. To build the new experience, Zee 5 delved deeper into understanding how audiences across India watch, discover and engage with entertainment. Combining existing app feedback with consumer studies and focus group discussions across markets, the platform mapped audience journeys across mobile and Connected TV. The research highlighted the need for a simpler, more intuitive experience without compromising the richness and immersion of the big-screen experience. These insights shaped the redesign, while intensive Bugathons brought together experts across product, engineering, quality assurance and design to rigorously test, refine and fine-tune every aspect of the platform before launch. Over the last quarter, Zee 5 has significantly expanded its diverse content offering, first by securing the rights to the global sporting event, FIFA World Cup 2026™ and 2030, followed by the launch of its content slate across seven languages. Building on this momentum, Zee 5 is now unveiling an unprecedented premium English entertainment slate, bringing an extraordinary line-up of global cinema and some of the biggest names in Hollywood to audiences. Through strategic collaborations with PVR INOX PICTURES and LIONSGATE PLAY, the ambitious slate brings together Digital Premieres that includes Normal, featuring Bob Odenkirk, Henry Winkler and Lena Headey; The Invite, featuring Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz, Edward Norton and Olivia Wilde; Anxious People, starring Angelina Jolie and Jason Segel; Babies featuring Seth Rogen and Anna Kendrick; The Wizard of the Kremlin, starring Jude Law; How to Make a Killing, starring Glen Powell and Margaret Qualley; Tony, featuring Dominic Sessa; and Paper Tiger, starring Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson and Miles Teller. With its unprecedented breadth of marquee talent, global stories and premium cinema, the slate marks a bold new chapter in Zee 5’s English entertainment offering. Simultaneously, Free 5 is being reimagined with a bold new identity in one of its most expansive entertainment propositions yet. The all-new Free 5 brings together an unparalleled breadth of entertainment – Series, Movies, Korean and Chinese dramas, anime, news, micro dramas and the vibrant creator ecosystem. With more languages, genres, formats and voices than ever before, the refreshed Free 5 gives audiences an expansive world of entertainment to discover, explore and enjoy – completely free, without any need of a subscription. This expanded proposition also opens up significant new opportunities for advertisers to connect with and cater to a wide spectrum of audiences on Zee 5. Tejkarran Singh Bajaj, Business Head - Zee 5 India and AI & Innovation said, “The next phase of Zee 5 is about making entertainment easier to discover, more relevant and more rewarding. We have reimagined the product experience across mobile and Connected TV, with smarter personalisation, deeper use of AI and more intuitive discovery. In addition to the platform’s existing offering of premium movies and series across seven languages, rich television content, sports, kids’ entertainment, Live TV and news, we are now expanding the depth of content with an English slate bringing global cinema to Indian audiences, alongside a revamped Free 5 with more languages, genres and the creator ecosystem. For advertisers, this breadth creates a richer canvas to connect with distinct audience cohorts across languages, content genres and viewing occasions. Together, our product and content evolution gives audiences more choice, more depth and a simpler way to find what they love.” Pramod Prakash, Chief Technology Officer, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., said, “A streaming platform is experienced through hundreds of small interactions, and each of those interactions shapes how audiences feel about the service. Our focus was therefore to look beyond individual features and rethink the experience as a whole, identifying where the journey could feel more natural, more responsive and less demanding for the user. At the heart of this is an intuitive and easy-to-use app that gives every generation in the family simple access to the entertainment they love. The revamp reflects a simple product philosophy: technology should quietly remove friction and allow the entertainment to take centre stage. As viewing becomes increasingly distributed across devices, formats and contexts, we are building Zee 5 to be more adaptive, dependable and ready for the way audiences will consume entertainment next.” Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.
Sep 10, 2026 5:01PM
Sardar 2 Movie Review
Cast: Karthi, Malavika Mohanan, Ashika Ranganath, S. J. Suryah, Nassar, Achyuth Kumar, Ashish Vidyarthi, Yogi Babu Crew: Written & Directed by P. S. Mithran Cinematography by George C. Williams Music by Sam CS Editing by Vijay Produced by Lakshman Kumar, Ishan Saxena Karthi arrived in theaters today with the highly anticipated Sardar 2. It is the direct sequel to his 2022 blockbuster Sardar. Let us discuss the film in detail to see how it fares. Plot: During World War II, under a mission named 'Mission Doku', Japan selects India as an exchange location to transfer a highly dangerous weapon named 'Doku' to another country. However, during the exchange process, the weapon accidentally falls within Indian borders. The Indian government goes into a state of panic regarding the safety of its citizens, as 'Doku' is considered the most dangerous weapon in the universe, capable of wiping out all of mankind. What exactly is the threat posed by Doku? Did that disaster occur, and if not, who stopped it and how? Finally, how are the characters of Sardar (Karthi), Vijay (Karthi), and Yoganand (S. J. Suryah) connected to Mission Doku? The movie answers all these questions. Analysis: Executing this kind of story requires a lot of intelligence, great locations, high production values, and immense dedication from the cast. Fortunately, this film has all of those elements. However, once the core motive of the story is revealed, it instantly reminds the audience of the Corona pandemic. Since we have already seen films based on that concept, it feels a bit repetitive. But to its credit, the movie does not bore you at any point. Moreover, the discussions regarding the usage of antibiotic tablets in our daily lives along with non-vegetarian food are thought-provoking. In the first half, the scenes generate good curiosity right from the start. The sequences featuring Vijay, Yogi Babu, and Nizhalgal Ravi work well, though the episode where Vijay discovers that Sardar is still alive could have been executed much better. The scenes involving Zara (Malavika Mohanan), the step-by-step narration of the flashback, and the teamwork episodes are highly engaging. Sardar's entire flashback portion is mind-blowing, and the action blocks in this sequence are on another level. S. J. Suryah’s introduction as Yoganand is superb, and the interval bang is decent. The second half moves at a very fast pace. Since the narrative shifts completely into an action mode, the makers succeeded in building suspense about what happens next. A standout moment is when Yoganand explains health secrets to Yogi Babu and Nizhalgal Ravi; it is highly impactful and serves as an eye-opener. While the pre-climax portions work out well, the crucial decision taken by Vijay in the climax should have ideally been taken by Sardar, or at least executed by Sardar under emotional circumstances. Karthi impresses once again in his dual roles as Sardar and Vijay, with the younger Sardar's performance being a major highlight. Malavika Mohanan, Ashika Ranganath, Achyuth Kumar, Nassar, and the rest of the cast perform strongly in their respective roles. S. J. Suryah in his negative role displays his acting prowess brilliantly yet again. P. S. Mithran succeeds completely as a director, though the dialogue writing is weak. The cinematography and grand production values stand out as the film's main strengths. The sole song in the film is just average, and the background score by Sam CS is strictly okay. Positives: Fast-paced Screenplay Performances of Karthi and all other artists Direction High Production Values Negatives: Core Story (feels repetitive) Climax sequence. Action Sequences Predictability in Second Hour Bottomline: Karthi and the makers have put in a lot of hard work to ensure Sardar 2 is an engaging watch without any boring moments. Rating: 2.25/5 Disclaimer: The views/opinions expressed in this review are personal views/opinions shared by the writer and organisation does not hold a liability to them. Viewers' discretion is advised before reacting to them.
Sep 10, 2026 2:37PM
Mandaadi Movie Review
Cast: Soori, Suhas, Mahima Nambiar, Satyaraj, Mithun Jai Sankar, Ravindra Vijay Crew: Written by Mathimaran Pugazhendhi, Ameer Jamal Khan, R. Mohana Vasanthan, Thiral Sankar Cinematography by S. R. Kathir Music by G. V. Prakash Kumar Editing by Pradeep E. Ragav Direction by Mathimaran Pugazhendhi Produced by Elred Kumar, Vetrimaaran (Creative Producer) Soori has been delivering big hits in Tamil Cinema with films like Garudan, Maaman, Vidudala establishing himself as a leading man. Now, Suhas is making Tamil Cinema debut as an antagonist with Soori's Mandaadi. The film released with good anticipation as the movie is based on boat racing in Tamil fisherman communities. Mandaadi released today and let's discuss about the film in detail. Plot: Maari (Mithun Jai Sankar) tries to kill Sattapuli (Suhas)'s son when his father decides to anoint him as the captain of their team, Tsunami riders for upcoming boat racing competition. For 20 years, his team has been winning everywhere, helping his boat manufacturing company to prosper. Maari runs from his village to Muthukaali (Soori), who is working in a waterpark. Maari is the son of his ex-lover Angel (Mahima Nambiar) and her husband (Ravindra Vijay) is a close friend to Kaali. Angel looks down upon Kaali as a cheat and coward but her husband believes he will save their son. When Sattapuli decides to attack both of them, Kaali chooses to return to the village after 20 years with Maari. He tries to bring both parties to a truce but Sattapuli challenges him to prove their worth on sea. Kaali decides to form his own team and get into the race. What happens next? Why Angel is so against Kaali? Watch the movie to know more. Analysis: Soori is good in the action sequences and he worked hard in mid-sea sequences. But his performance in emotional scenes and romantic portions is not up to the level he actually showed in previous films. There are not many comical scenes that really displays Soori's strengths. The writing for his character and scenes could have been much better as they do not really resonate with audiences giving important emotional connection. Suhas in his debut is decent and as an antagonist he is good. But the writing is too bland for him to really shine. His character doesn't really leave an impact as the story feels too basic and predictable from his side. The friendship portions between Soori and Suhas needed to be developed even better for the things to give an emotional relatability. It all feels generically developed with low effort while the ideas are good enough. Mahima Nambiar, Sathyaraj, Ravindra Vijay all give decent performances along with Mithun Jai Sankar but the real impact behind the scenes is missing in execution. As the things seem very common and regular for such stories, the screenplay needed to be strong and scenes needed to have that impact. Rather they are stitched together just like a regular commercial film and tick boxes being marked to get the structure. The boat racing sequences are designed and executed well but the film seems to have concentrated more on them rather than developing the basic emotional core. So,we do not really feel the high the screenplay wants to give in the climax. It feels like a drag at places as even realism doesn't really shine through at places. The movie's main objective of presenting boat races is done well but with a stronger emotional core, it would really been an experience. Technically, cinematography, execution in sea sequences, production design are credible and add value to the proceedings. But music by GV Prakash Kumar is a big let down for the film. BGM is forgettable as it fails to enhance the impact of any scene. Overall, Mandaadi only offers water based stunts and even they seem regular at places. With better writing and the similar effort behind narrating the screenplay in proper pacing, the movie would have been much better. Positives: Soori, Suhas performances Soori vs Suhas scenes Mandaadi Sea Boat racing sequences VFX work Camera work in sea sequences Negatives: Very basic story narrative Regular screenplay Lethargic Writing Over dependency on Sea Boat racing sequences as USP Lack of impactful emotions Forgettable music and BGM Impactless Execution Bottomline: Movie lacks strong impact while sea sequences are shot well, the narrative feels too lethargic and predictable. Rating: 2.5/5 Disclaimer: The views/opinions expressed in this review are personal views/opinions shared by the writer and organisation does not hold a liability to them. Viewers' discretion is advised before reacting to them.
Sep 10, 2026 1:25PM
Udaya Bhanu gets emotional at Panchanama Preview Event
Blending crime, mystery and emotional drama, Panchanama is set to take Telugu audiences into a gripping investigation where every death raises new questions. The Telugu ZEE5 Original held its first-episode screening and press meet at Prasad Labs in Hyderabad on September 9, ahead of its September 11 premiere. Directed by Mohan Srivatsa, the investigative thriller stars Bharath Srinivasan as Jai Ram, alongside Medha Reddy, Shivaji Raja, Surya Srinivas, Srija, Radhika Preethi, Charan Babu and Shiva Karthik Danda. Following the screening, the cast and crew interacted with the media, sharing insights into the story, characters and experience of bringing Panchanama to life. Speaking about the writing process, dialogue writer Nagendra Pilla said, “I sincerely thank Udaya Bhanu ma’am for trusting my work and encouraging my suggestions throughout the project. My thanks also go to producers Udaya Bhanu and Vijay sir, ZEE5, our director Mohan Srivatsa, and the entire technical team. Everyone worked extremely hard, especially the art, music, editing and DOP teams, to bring this project to life in a short span. I am also grateful to the entire cast, including Bharath garu and Surya, for their support. My heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to making “Panchanama” a reality.” Speaking about his first role as a cop, Shiva Karthik Danda said, “This is my first time playing a cop, and I portray Sub-Inspector Arun. I sincerely thank Udaya Bhanu garu, director Mohan sir and the entire team for this opportunity. Working with Bharath bhaiya was a wonderful experience. “Panchanama” is a highly engaging and gripping series, and the excitement continues beyond the first two episodes. I request everyone to watch the series, support our talented cast and bless the entire team. My thanks to ZEE5 for their support.” Speaking about her OTT debut, actress Srija said, “After watching the first two episodes, I was impressed by the emotional depth and suspense of “Panchanama”. I play a mysterious character, and this project is very special as my OTT debut. I am grateful to Udaya Bhanu garu, Bharath garu and director Mohan garu, who guided and supported me throughout the journey. It was a wonderful learning experience, and I request everyone to watch and support this exciting series.” Speaking about his role as Hari, actor Surya Srinivas said, “I was immediately drawn to the character of Hari after Udaya Bhanu garu narrated the story to me. I was impressed by her passion and hands-on involvement as a producer. My thanks to Udaya Bhanu garu, director Mohan Srivatsa, writer Nagendra, the ZEE5 team and the entire cast and crew. The team worked with great dedication to deliver excellent quality in a short span. “Panchanama” is a gripping and cinematic experience, and I request everyone to watch it on ZEE5 from September 11.” Speaking about her debut, heroine Medha Reddy said, “I feel extremely lucky to make my debut with such experienced actors and a wonderful team. I am especially grateful to Udaya Bhanu garu for her dedication and passion as a producer, and to Bharath garu for making me feel comfortable throughout the shoot. Director Mohan sir patiently guided me through every scene and was a great mentor. I also thank the entire technical team, my co-stars and the ZEE5 team for their support. Working on “Panchanama” has been a wonderful learning experience, and I am proud to be part of this project.” Speaking about the trust placed in the team by ZEE5 and the demanding production schedule, producer Vijayendra Mouli said, “I sincerely thank ZEE5, Anuradha ma’am, Hiranmayi garu, Harsha garu and the entire ZEE5 creative and central teams for trusting us with this project. Completing “Panchanama” within a tight schedule was a great learning experience, and the entire team worked tirelessly and cooperatively, often shooting from early morning until late at night. Their dedication and support helped us deliver the final product with confidence. I sincerely thank everyone who contributed to “Panchanama” and look forward to working together again.” Speaking about the non-linear screenplay and the team’s collective effort, director Mohan Srivatsa said, “I sincerely thank Udaya Bhanu garu and Vijay sir for trusting me with a challenging non-linear screenplay and supporting me throughout the project. Udaya Bhanu garu was present on set every day and worked tirelessly alongside the entire team, while Vijay sir ensured we had everything needed despite the demanding schedule. Bharath sir, Medha, Srija, Surya and the entire cast delivered wonderful performances, while writer Nagendra, DOP Sandeep, editor Srinu, music director Naresh and the technical teams worked incredibly hard to maintain high quality within a short timeframe. ZEE5 gave us a great opportunity, and the collective dedication of everyone involved made “Panchanama” a beautiful experience. Completing such a complex screenplay under a tight schedule gave me immense confidence. My heartfelt thanks to the entire team and the media for their support.” Speaking about his long association with ZEE5, his return to Telugu audiences and “Panchanama”, hero Bharath Srinivasan said, “ZEE5 has played a significant role in my career, and I am grateful to the entire team for bringing “Panchanama” to Telugu audiences. This has been one of the fastest projects I have completed in my 24-year career, yet director Mohan Srivatsa’s clarity and dedication made the process smooth. Working with the entire cast and crew was a wonderful experience. I especially appreciate producers Udaya Bhanu garu and Vijay sir for their passion and commitment to the project. “Panchanama” has all the elements of a gripping crime thriller, and I strongly believe that content is king today. I hope to continue working on more Telugu films and content-driven web series in the future.” Speaking about her 15-year journey towards becoming a producer, the trust placed in her by ZEE5 and the making of “Panchanama”, producer Udaya Bhanu said, ““Panchanama” is the realization of a dream I have carried for nearly 15 years. I am deeply grateful to ZEE5 and Anu ma’am for trusting me with this project and giving me the opportunity to step into production. Our entire team worked with tremendous passion and dedication to deliver a high-quality series within a very tight schedule. We retained the core elements of the original story while creating a fresh narrative, supported by writer Nagendra, director Mohan Srivatsa, DOP Sandeep and our entire technical and creative team. Every member of the cast and crew gave their best, and their collective effort brought the project to life. I strongly believe that when a door closes, we must create our own path. “Panchanama” is only the beginning for Udaya Bhanu Productions, and I hope to continue producing great stories and supporting new talent. “Panchanama” premieres on ZEE5 on September 11, and I request everyone to watch and support us.” Following the speeches, the team engaged with the media on Udaya Bhanu’s journey, the making of Panchanama, its crime-thriller and emotional elements, the tight production schedule, the fresh narrative approach, the actors’ choices, and their experience with OTT storytelling. Q: Udaya Bhanu ma’am, why have you become more emotional in recent years? Udaya Bhanu: “I believe being emotional is a strength. In today’s world, sensitivity has become rare, and I am happy to remain the way I am. While thanking ZEE5 for this opportunity, memories of my 15-year journey, struggles and the many stories I carried with me came rushing back, making me emotional.” Q: Do you feel you’ve been carrying a burden over the past few years? Udaya Bhanu: “My only burden is my desire to produce two or three more films quickly and create opportunities for many talented people. That is the only pressure I carry.” Q: How challenging was it to produce a web series within ZEE5’s corporate structure and tight schedule? Udaya Bhanu: “When you work with passion, nothing is difficult. This project was a great learning experience, and delivering such quality in just 22–24 days has given me the confidence to take on bigger projects. With 40–45 days, I believe we can achieve even better results.” Q: What is the fundamental difference between producing a web series and a feature film? Udaya Bhanu: “Films involve larger sets, multiple locations, songs and coordinating many artists, which takes more time. In a web series, everything depends on precise planning and scheduling. Every minute matters, so thorough preparation helps us complete the project efficiently and meet our targets.” Q: Did you enter production because of declining anchoring opportunities, or was it always your passion? Udaya Bhanu: “Producing has always been my passion. I wanted to enter the film space and create fresh, different content rather than follow conventional formats. Over the years, I have collected many stories that I hope to produce one after another. I never wanted to limit myself to just one role.” Q: What is the key difference between producing a web series and a feature film? Udaya Bhanu: “Films involve larger sets, multiple locations, songs and coordinating artists’ dates, which takes more time. For a web series, precise planning is everything. Every minute matters, so detailed preparation and scheduling help us avoid delays and complete the project efficiently.” Q: Why have you been away from Telugu cinema after Spyder? Bharath: “I was busy with Tamil projects, and I didn’t receive interesting Telugu scripts. I have reached a stage in my career where I choose roles that satisfy me creatively, so I’m waiting for the right opportunity in Telugu.” Q: If you were to do a multi-starrer, which Telugu hero would you choose? Bharath: “Definitely Allu Arjun. He is one of India’s biggest stars, and I would love to work with him—especially in a great dance sequence. I’m open to any role, including a villain or antagonist.” Q: Why did you choose Panchanama as your first production? Udaya Bhanu: “We initially pitched three original stories to ZEE5, but they suggested starting with a remake. With their creative freedom, we developed a completely fresh narrative, retaining only the core murder mystery and fingerprint elements. The initial proposal came from ZEE5.” Q: The first two episodes seemed quite violent. How intense will the remaining episodes be? Udaya Bhanu: “The series reflects situations we see around us, including betrayal and manipulation. However, it is primarily an emotional story, with every character having a strong backstory and a reason behind their actions.” Q: When can we expect the next project from Udaya Bhanu Productions? Udaya Bhanu: “The next project will be a film, immediately after Panchanama.” Q: How do you balance love, action, feature films and OTT projects? Bharath: “Pure love stories are rare today, so films need a mix of emotions, including love and action. I don’t see feature films and OTT as separate. Feature films remain my priority, but I’m happy to take up interesting OTT projects with strong content.” Q: Are you currently giving more importance to OTT projects in Tamil or Telugu? Bharath: “This was the only Telugu project that came my way, and I found the story very interesting. It also suited my dates, so I was happy to take it up. I’m glad to be part of Panchanama.” Q: What made you choose the cop role in Panchanama? Bharath: “I chose Panchanama because of its tightly woven crime-thriller screenplay and strong binge-watch appeal. I also saw it as an opportunity to reconnect with Telugu audiences. My character Jai Ram is different from my earlier cop roles—he is realistic, emotional and deeply connected to his family and the story.” Q: What are your promotional plans for Panchanama? Mohan: “I believe the content will speak for itself. Udaya Bhanu garu gave me the opportunity to handle this challenging non-linear screenplay and supported me throughout. Good content will always reach audiences, regardless of the hero’s stature.” Q: What is the common emotional thread between the “closed doors” and “syndicate” experiences you mentioned? Udaya Bhanu: “Building a career without any backing is extremely difficult, especially for a woman. I faced many setbacks, but I never stopped trying. Whenever doors closed or opportunities were delayed, I kept moving forward instead of waiting. My perseverance and determination brought me to where I am today.” Q: Why did you choose a supporting role in Panchanama despite concerns about being stereotyped? Surya Srinivas: “The character offered strong scope for performance, which attracted me immediately. I want to establish myself as a good actor and choose roles that give me a fresh image. The vision narrated to me translated beautifully on screen, and I’m happy with the result.” Q: What are the major challenges you faced as a producer? Udaya Bhanu: “Every day was a challenge, especially with unpredictable weather, 36 locations and constantly changing or reconstructed sets. With a tight schedule, completing each day’s shoot on time felt like a race.” Q: How confident are you that audiences will connect with the emotional story of Panchanama? Udaya Bhanu: “I am 100% confident. The first two episodes are just the beginning, with the main story unfolding from the third episode. I believe good, emotional content will always connect with audiences, regardless of the platform.” Q: What are your current priorities between feature films and OTT? Bharath: “Feature films remain my primary focus, but I don’t see films and OTT as separate. I prefer projects with strong content and a mix of emotions, including love and action. If an interesting OTT opportunity comes along, I’m happy to take it.” Q: Are you currently giving more importance to OTT projects in Tamil or Telugu? Bharath: “I wasn’t specifically focusing on OTT in Telugu. Panchanama was the only Telugu project that came my way, and I chose it because the story was interesting and suited my dates. I’m very happy to be part of the series.” Q: What is the fundamental difference between producing a web series and a feature film? Udaya Bhanu: “Films require larger sets, multiple locations, songs and coordinating artists’ dates, which takes more time. In a web series, precise planning and scheduling are crucial. Every minute matters, and thorough preparation helps avoid delays and complete the project within the target schedule.” Q: Why does a web series take less time to shoot than a feature film despite having more footage? Udaya Bhanu: “Films involve larger sets, multiple locations, songs and coordinating several artists, which takes more time. A web series depends heavily on precise planning and scheduling. With thorough preparation and efficient time management, we can complete the shoot within the target schedule.” Q: If you were to do a multi-starrer, which hero would you like to work with? Bharath: “Definitely Allu Arjun. He is one of India’s biggest stars, and I would love to work with him. I’m open to any role, including a villain or antagonist.” Q: When can we expect the next project from Udaya Bhanu Productions? Udaya Bhanu: “The next project will be a film, immediately after Panchanama.” Q: What are the major challenges you faced during production? Udaya Bhanu: “Every day was a challenge, especially with unpredictable weather, 36 locations and constantly changing or reconstructed locations. With a tight schedule, completing each day’s shoot on time felt like a race.” Q: How is Panchanama different from other crime thrillers on OTT? Mohan: “The screenplay is highly unpredictable, with suspense in every moment and strong emotions woven into the crime story. Unlike typical thrillers that focus mainly on the twist, Panchanama adds a deep emotional layer, offering audiences a fresh narrative experience.” Panchanama is a six-episode Telugu investigative thriller blending crime, mystery and emotional drama. The story follows police officer Jai Ram, played by Bharath Srinivasan, as he investigates his younger brother’s death, initially dismissed as an accident, and uncovers a deeper criminal network linked to a series of mysterious deaths. The series also features Shivaji Raja, Medha Reddy, Charan Babu, Rupa Lakshmi, Radhika Preethi, Surya Srinivas, Srija and Shiva Karthik Danda in key roles. Directed by Mohan Srivatsa, with screenplay and dialogues by Nagendra Pilla, cinematography by Sandeep Kanth.N, editing by Srinivas Bainaboyina, and music by Naresh Kumaran, the series is produced by Midde Vijayendra Mouli and Udaya Bhanu under Udaya Bhanu Productions. Panchanama premieres exclusively on Telugu ZEE5 on September 11, 2026. Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.
Sep 9, 2026 8:07PM
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