Bollywood

5 days ago

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Indian Cinema Prepares For Its Most Ambitious Line-up Yet With Ramayana, Varanasi, King, and More

Mumbai, November 17 - After scaling to new heights over the last few years, Indian cinema is entering a glorious phase of scale and imagination, where a power-packed slate of mega films is set to take over the box office. Each project brings its own universe, its own visual language, and carries the weight of massive fan expectations, not just in India but around the world. Here is a closer look at these upcoming giants. Ramayana: Part 1 & Part 2 (Diwali 2026 & 2027) Arguably the biggest film in the lineup, Ramayana is an epic that attempts to retell India's most revered tale with stunning visuals and emotional depth. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita and Yash as Lankesh in iconic roles that fans have long been dreaming of seeing on the big screen. With grand production value and a global release plan, Ramayana aims to be nothing less than a cinematic milestone. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Varanasi (2027) S. S. Rajamouli's next epic after RRR, Varanasi, stars Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran in once-in-a-lifetime roles. Known for redefining cinematic scale every time he directs, Rajamouli is set to deliver yet another spectacle with adventurous themes and jaw-dropping action, rooted in Hindi culture with sci-fi elements. The fans eagerly wait to witness the master storyteller's next chapter in Indian film history. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups (March 2026) Yash returns after the massive success of KGF Chapter 2 "” this time with a gangster thriller wrapped in a fairytale narrative. Toxic, directed by Geetu Mohandas, promises a stylishly intense story, bolstered by a strong ensemble cast. The film is expected to merge mass elevation with artistic sophistication, presenting Yash in a character far more complex and layered than before. Spirit (2027) Pan India superstar Prabhas continues his streak of experimental choices with Spirit, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga "” a filmmaker known for bold storytelling and emotionally violent intensity. Prabhas plays a fierce police officer taking on a powerful criminal world, promising gripping action paired with raw drama. The collaboration itself is a massive attraction, and expectations are already sky-high. AA22 × A6 (2026/2027) Another film with sky-high expectations, AA22xA6 marks Allu Arjun's next blockbuster after the groundbreaking success of Pushpa 2: The Rule. Directed by Atlee, the sci-fi action thriller is among the most ambitious Indian films, featuring a powerful star cast. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dragon/NTRNeel (2026) Jr. NTR joining hands with KGF director Prashanth Neel ignites instant excitement. Neel's signature raw action and Jr NTR's commanding screen presence are expected to blend into a high-voltage mass entertainer with cinematic world-building at the forefront. The film aims to push action filmmaking in India to new limits, delivering a powerful spectacle fueled by aggression, grit, and swagger. King (2026) After delivering one of the biggest Indian blockbusters in Pathaan, superstar Shah Rukh Khan reunites with director Siddharth Anand for the gangster action thriller, King, touted as the most violent film for King Khan. Slated to hit the screens next year, King will be SRK's first release in nearly 3 years, since Dunki (2023). A New Era Awaits Each of these films, along with many others, represents a daring leap in storytelling and scale, proving that the Indian film industry is ready to compete globally with unmatched ambition. With stars uniting, budgets soaring, and audiences demanding grandeur, the upcoming years promise to be a celebratory phase for movie lovers across the world. The stage is set. The countdown has begun. And Indian cinema is about to roar louder than ever before. Stay tuned...

Sandalwood

23 days ago

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Producers Break Silence On Yash's Toxic Postponement Rumours

Bengaluru, October 30 - The makers of Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, starring Kannada superstar Yash, have reacted to the widespread rumours surrounding the film's delay. There have been rumours that the film was postponed due to production delays and other issues. The producers have officially denied all reports suggesting a postponement, confirming that the much-awaited action thriller will release worldwide on March 19, 2026, as originally scheduled, according to renowned critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh. The producers clarified that post-production work has already begun, even as Yash continues to shoot for Ramayana in Mumbai. The KGF star, who has been balancing both projects, will soon wrap up the final portions of Toxic. Once the filming is complete, the production house plans to begin full-fledged promotions in January 2026. STOP THE RUMOURS... YASH'S NEXT FILM 'TOXIC' IS *NOT* DELAYED OR POSTPONED "“ 19 MARCH 2026 RELEASE CONFIRMED"¦ Spoke to the producers "“ #Toxic is firmly on track for its [Thursday] 19 March 2026 release, perfectly timed for the festive weekend of #Ugadi, #GudiPadwa, and #Eid."¦ pic.twitter.com/bG1YsvdrQY— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) October 30, 2025 Directed by Geetu Mohandas, Toxic is described as a dark, stylised action-drama with a strong emotional core. Produced by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, the film marks a major collaboration between Yash and the acclaimed filmmaker, known for her distinctive storytelling style. The film is being shot simultaneously in English and Kannada, making it one of the most ambitious pan-Indian projects in recent times. The movie will also be dubbed in multiple Indian and international languages, including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam, to ensure a wide global reach. Over the last few weeks, several reports claimed that Toxic was facing production hurdles, with talk of creative differences and delays leading to speculation about an indefinite postponement. However, the latest clarification from the producers has firmly put those rumours to rest. The team maintains that everything is progressing smoothly and that the film is right on track for its summer 2026 release. Stay tuned...

Sandalwood

74 days ago

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Superstar Yash-fronted Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups Complete Star Cast (So far)

Bengaluru, September 9 - Superstar Yash's highly anticipated gangster action thriller Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious pan-India films in recent times, with a huge ensemble, dominated by female leads, coming on board. Alongside Yash's towering presence, the film is powered by a dynamic ensemble of celebrated performers from across industries. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, Toxic features Kiara Advani as the female lead, who is reportedly playing Yash's love interest. Known for balancing glamour with depth in her performances, Kiara's role is expected to be more than just ornamental, adding emotional weight to the storyline. South lady superstar Nayanthara has reportedly been roped in to play the role of Yash's sister, a character said to be pivotal in driving the emotional arc of the gangster saga. The film also ropes in Tara Sutaria, marking one of her most intriguing roles yet, as early reports hint at her character sharing a sharp rivalry with Kiara's. Huma Qureshi reportedly joins the cast as the antagonist. With her recent track record of strong, layered portrayals, Huma's casting adds serious heft to the villain's side of the story. Adding further depth to the ensemble are Rukmini Vasanth, one of the most happening stars in South Indian cinema, along with Akshay Oberoi and Sudev Nair. While their exact character details are still under wraps, all three actors are known for choosing unconventional roles and bringing subtle nuance to their performances. Apart from the stellar cast (so far), the makers have roped in some of the best international crew to sharpen the technical aspect of the film. Hollywood action choreographer J.J. Perry is working on the film. With such talents attached to it, Toxic is poised to be more than just another gangster film. It promises a mix of style, substance, and strong performances, making its 2026 release one of the most eagerly awaited cinematic events. Produced by Yash under his banner Monster Mind Creations in association with KVN Productions, Toxic is scheduled to release on March 19, 2026, on the occasion of Eid. Stay tuned...

Sandalwood

245 days ago

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Yash's 'Toxic' Sets Up A Mega Box Office Clash With 'Love And War'

Mumbai, March 22 - Kannada superstar Yash has locked the festive date for his highly-anticipated gangster action drama Toxic "“ A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups release after postponing it from the original April 10, 2026. ## Directed by national award-winning filmmaker Geetu Mohandas, Toxic will hit the worldwide screens on March 19, 2026, in multiple languages. It is a perfect date for the movie with festivals Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, and Chaitra Navratri all falling on the same day, and Eid-al-Fitr celebrations following on March 20/21.## In Toxic's way of box office storm, there stands Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal-fronted hugely-awaited Love & War which is slated for March 20, 2026, launch. It is directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and is one of the marquee Indian releases of 2026. ## Toxic is the first film of superstar Yash since the mega-blockbuster Pan India success, KGF: Chapter 2 which grossed over 1200 crores at the worldwide box office. The upcoming film marks his first collaboration with Geetu Mohandas. Yash has produced it under his banner Monster Mind Creations in association with KVN Productions. ## The film is breaking new ground as the first major Indian film conceptualized, written and shot simultaneously in both the Kannada and English languages, which is assumed as a deliberate strategy to woo global audiences while maintaining authentic regional roots.## 19-03-2026 🙏 pic.twitter.com/9wk8ujqxgs— Yash (@TheNameIsYash) March 22, 2025 ##

Bollywood

273 days ago

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Superstar Yash Begins 'Ramayana' Shooting With War Scenes

Mumbai, February 22 - Superstar Yash has commenced the filming of director Nitesh Tiwari's magnum opus Ramayana, also starring Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi in the leading roles. The Kannada superstar is playing the role of Ravan / Lankesh in this mega-budged epic. ## According to the reports, Yash has landed in Mumbai and has already commenced shooting for his part yesterday (February 21) after two days of costume trials. It is said that the actor will shoot some of the crucial war scenes at Aksa Beach in Mumbai. Later, the makers will move to a studio in Dahisar for further shooting.## The war scenes of the film will be mounted on a huge scale. It will be shot both with the green screen and on the ground and will involve heavy VFX. Ranbir Kapoor, who plays the role of Lord Ram, is not shooting in this schedule as this is not a Ram-Ravana face-off. Some of the other actors, however, have joined the KGF star. ## Apart from playing the role of Ravana, Yash is also the producer of Ramayana with Namit Malhotra. The movie, as announced, will be released in two parts on Diwali 2026 and 2027, respectively. Meanwhile, Yash is also shooting for director Geetu Mohandas' gangster action thriller Toxic, which is expected to be released in December this year.## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

298 days ago

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Yash To Start Shooting For 'Ramayana' In March

Mumbai, January 28 - Superstar Yash is busy shooting for director Geetu Mohandas' gangster action thriller Toxic which is the actor's first film since all-time blockbuster KGF: Chapter 2. The actor also has director Nitesh Tiwari's epic Ramayana which has been on the floors since last year. ## In a recent interview, Yash confirmed his participation in Ramayana, not only as an actor but also as a co-producer. Now, according to the report by Filmfare, the actor will join the shoot of this epic by March this year. He will start with solo sequences in Lanka, followed by the Panchvati sequence. ## As already known to all, Yash is playing the role of Raavan while Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Rama and Sai Pallavi plays Goddess Sita. The film will be released in two parts, with the first part scheduled for Diwali 2026, followed by the second part on Diwali 2027.## Ramayana is produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios with Yash's Monster Mind Creations. Malhotra's Oscar-winning, DNEG is handling the VFX work while legendary A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer are the music composers.## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

311 days ago

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IMDb Unveils List of The Top 20 Most Anticipated Indian Movies of 2025

Mumbai, January 15 - IMDb has unveiled the list of the top 20 most anticipated Indian movies of 2025, and the blockbuster list is topped by superstar Salman Khan's action drama Sikandar. The list includes 11 Bollywood titles, 3 Tamil and Telugu titles each, 2 Kannada movies and 1 Malayalam movie. ## Sikandar, directed by AR Murugadoss and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, is scheduled to hit the big screens on Eid. Expressing his gratitude for Sikandar being the most anticipated movie, director Murugadoss said, "Working with Salman Khan has been incredible! His energy and dedication bring Sikandar to life in ways words can't express. Every scene in Sikandar is crafted to leave an indelible mark! I've poured my heart into designing each moment to stay with audiences forever". ## The second most anticipated movie is superstar Yash's Kannada film Toxic, directed by Geetu Mohandas. The Pan India action drama film is currently in production and is expected to be released in December this year. It is Yash's first movie since the mega blockbuster and the highest-grossing Kannada movie, KGF: Chapter 2 in April 2022. ## Superstar Rajinikanth's action thriller Coolie with director Lokesh Kanagaraj is the most anticipated Tamil film of the year and it takes the 3rd spot among the Indian movies. Produced by Sun Pictures, the Pan India blockbuster, which also features Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan in a cameo role, is expected to be released in August 2025. ## Here are the top 20 most-anticipated Indian films on IMDb, as of now - ## 1. Sikandar (Hindi)## 2. Toxic (Kannada)## 3. Coolie (Tamil)## 4. Housefull 5 (Hindi)## 5. Baaghi 4 (Hindi)## 6. The Raja Saab (Telugu)## 7. War 2 (Hindi)## 8. L2: Empuraan (Malayalam)## 9. Deva (Hindi)## 10. Chhaava (Hindi)## 11. Kannappa (Telugu)## 12. Retro (Tamil)## 13. Thug Life (Tamil)## 14. Jaat (Hindi)## 15. Sky Force (Hindi)## 16. Sitaare Zameen Par (Hindi)## 17. Thama (Hindi)## 18. Kanatar: Chapter 1 (Kannada)## 19. Alpha (Hindi)## 20. Thandel (Telugu)## Note - Among the Indian movies with planned releases in 2025, these titles were consistently the most popular with IMDb users, as determined by the actual page views of the more than 250 million monthly visitors to IMDb worldwide.## Stay tuned...

Sandalwood

317 days ago

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Record Viewership For Yash's 'Toxic' First Look Glimpse

Bengaluru, January 9 - After scripting history 3 years ago with KGF: Chapter 2, Kannada superstar Yash will return to the big screen with gangster action drama Toxic - A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, directed by national award-winning director Geetu Mohandas. ## Produced by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic is currently being wrapped and is expected to be released in December this year. Meanwhile, the makers of the film treated fans with the first look glimpse on the occasion of Yash's birthday on January 8. ## While the first look glimpse didn't reveal much about the plot, it has helped raise the buzz after the blockbuster response on social media. The look of Yash, which is very similar to his widely popular Rocky Bhai in KGF, and the background music have increased expectations. ## On YouTube, the blockbuster Glimpse scored a huge 36+ million views in the first 24 hours which is said to be the highest for an Indian film first Look Glimpse on a single channel. The previous highest was Pushpa 2 which generated 27.65 million views for the Hindi version. ## Toxic is said to be based on the backdrop of a drug mafia in Goa. It also stars Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, and Huma Qureshi, among others in prominent roles. The movie will be released in multiple languages, including Hindi. ## ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

351 days ago

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KGF Star Yash's Visit To Shah Rukh Khan Sparks Collaboration Rumours

Mumbai, December 6 - Kannada superstar Yash rose to nationwide fame after the monstrous success of KGF 2 which is the highest-grossing Kannada movie of all time. The actor is now shooting for national award-winning director Geetu Mohandas' gangster action drama titled Toxic which will be released next year.## Yash recently landed in Mumbai to shoot for Toxic and according to a report by Filmfare, the actor visited superstar Shah Rukh Khan at his residence, Mannat which has sparked rumours about their possible collaboration.## While the exact details of the duo's meet are not known yet, rumours are making the rounds that they met to discuss a collaboration which is in the works. It is to be noted that SRK will soon start shooting for director Sujoy Ghosh's King which is also reportedly a gangster drama film. ## Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan was last seen in Rajkumar Hirani's comedy-drama Dunki in December 2023, a year which witnessed his redemption with three big blockbusters, including Pathaan and Jawan. Yash, on the other hand, is coming off from mega-blockbuster KGF 2. He will next be seen in Toxic, followed by Nitesh Tiwari's epic Ramayana. ## Stay tuned...

Sandalwood

395 days ago

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Yash Confirms 'KGF: Chapter 3' Will Happen

Bengaluru, October 23 - Kannada superstar Yash has officially confirmed that the plans are on for KGF: Chapter 3. The actor is presently working on the gangster action drama Toxic with director Geetu Mohandas and director Nitesh Tiwari's epic Ramayana. ## During an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the actor responded to a question asked by THR India Editor Anupama Chopra who quoted a "great admirer" of Yash, Indian cricketer Shubman Gill, who wants to know when KGF 3 is going to happen?".## The actor said KGF 3 will surely happen once he finishes Toxic and Ramayana. "We (he and director Prashanth Neel) keep talking about it. We have an idea, but we'll do it once it is the right time. It is also something which needs all our attention. We don't want to encash on anything. Because the audience has given us enough".## Yash is aware that KGF and his role as Rocky Bhai have become a cult that people celebrate and they are going to make it in a way that the audience will be proud of.## KGF: Chapter 2, released in April 2022, is the first and only Kannada movie of all time to gross over 1000 crores at the worldwide box office. It grossed over 1200 crores and is one of the highest-grossing Indian films ever. It is produced by Hombale Films. ## Stay tuned...

Sandalwood

484 days ago

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Superstar Yash-Fronted 'Toxic' To Get A New Release Date

Bengaluru, July 26 - After scripting box office history with Prashanth Neel's directorial action drama KGF: Chapter 2, superstar Yash will be returning to the big screen with National Award-Winning director, Geetu Mohandas' gangster-based action film Toxic - A Fairy Tale of Grown-Ups. ## The film was announced last year with the official release date of April 10, 2025. The movie commenced its shoot recently, and according to the reports, the makers have locked a solid female cast in the form of Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Tara Sutaria, Shruti Haasan, and Huma Qureshi. ## Now, according to the report by Pinkvilla, Toxic will no longer be released on April 10, 2025, as announced. It is a huge-budgeted film and the makers are taking their time to mount it on the right scale. Due to the massive star cast, the scheduling of the dates of the actors is also a challenge for the makers and they are trying to align all the dates to shoot together.## The movie is produced by Yash under his banner Monster Mind Creations in association with KVN Productions. The movie will announce the new release date keeping the shoot schedule and post-production in mind as they are aware of the massive expectations fans have from this film.## As reported earlier, Nayanthara is playing the role of Yash's sister while Huma Qureshi plays the antagonist turn. The character details of Kiara Advani, Tara Sutaria and Shruti Haasan, have been kept under wraps now. ## Stay tuned...

Sandalwood

568 days ago

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Nayanthara In Talks To Replace Kareena Kapoor In Yash-Fronted 'Toxic'

Mumbai, May 3 - Superstar Yash has commenced the filming of his first film since the mega-blockbuster KGF: Chapter 2 (2022). Titled Toxic, the movie is being directed by National-award winning filmmaker Geetu Mohandas and produced by Yash under his banner Monster Mind Creations in association with KVN Productions. ## Toxic is a pan-India movie and the makers are in the process of locking a blockbuster casting from across industries. Kiara Advani has been roped in to play the female lead opposite Yash. Meanwhile, Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor was supposed to play the role of Yash's sister in the movie but there seem to be some changes. ## According to the report by Pinkvilla, Kareena Kapoor has opted out from Toxic due to the date issues and the makers are now in advanced talks with lady superstar Nayanthara to play the role. It is said that Nayanthara has shown her interest in doing Toxic and the logistics are being figured out at this point. ## Toxic is a keenly-awaited film that is touted to be a solid content-driven film with mass elements. Apart from Kiara and Nayanthara, the movie will feature strong female characters which will be revealed soon. The movie was officially announced in December last year and the shoot began recently. It is scheduled to be released on April 10, 2025. ## Stay tuned...