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23 days ago

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Varanasi: Mahesh Babu Reportedly Charging Rs 150 Crores for SS Rajamouli's Magnum Opus; Check Out Verified Deets

If there is one project that has the entire nation holding its breath, it is undoubtedly SS Rajamouli's next global adventure which has been officially titled Varanasi. While the excitement is already through the roof after the massive title launch, a reported update about Mahesh Babu's remuneration for the film is now breaking the internet. According to the latest exclusive buzz, the Superstar has opted for a unique salary model for this magnum opus that sets a new benchmark in the industry. We all know Mahesh Babu is one of the highest-paid actors in the country who usually charges around Rs 70 to 80 crores per film. However, given the massive scale of Varanasi which demands a long-term commitment, the actor has reportedly changed his strategy. Reports state that Mahesh Babu is working on a yearly basis for this project. The buzz claims he is charging Rs 50 crores per year as his remuneration. Since the film requires him to dedicate roughly three years of his time from preparation to release, his total take-home package is expected to cross a staggering Rs 150 Crores. This fee reportedly includes the timeline from the day he started his rigorous preparation for the character. For those who missed the madness, the makers recently held a grand Globetrotter Event at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad where the suspense finally ended. The event was nothing short of a spectacle, unveiling the title Varanasi alongside a concept video that introduced Mahesh Babu as Rudhra, a fierce explorer. The visual of him wielding a Trishul while riding a massive bull has already attained cult status among fans. As confirmed by the writers, the movie is a Globetrotting Action-Adventure that blends mythology with history, serving as a time-trotting saga that will see the superstar traveling across different eras and global locations The verified cast list is just as massive as the budget. Alongside Mahesh Babu's Rudhra, global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas has been officially confirmed to play the female lead named Mandakini, while the versatile Prithviraj Sukumaran is set to essay the role of the antagonist, Kumbha. Directed by the maverick SS Rajamouli with music by the Oscar-winning MM Keeravani, Varanasi is currently in production. With a reported budget exceeding Rs 1000 Crores and a release target of Summer 2027, this collaboration is shaping up to be the biggest Indian film ever made.

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46 days ago

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The Countdown to Indian Cinema's Next Global Event Begins as Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu's Globetrotter is Reportedly Set for March 2027.

According to a report by LetsCinema, the highly anticipated and ambitious project from RRR director S.S. Rajamouli, starring superstar Mahesh Babu, has locked in its release date. The film, tentatively titled Globetrotter and also known as SSMB29, is slated to hit theaters worldwide on March 25, 2027. While an official confirmation from the filmmakers is awaited, this news has electrified fans who have been eagerly awaiting details on what is expected to be a groundbreaking cinematic event. The film is billed as a globetrotting action-adventure, with sources suggesting it will be a sprawling jungle expedition inspired by African folklore and classic adventure films like the Indiana Jones series.The project marks the first collaboration between Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu, a pairing that audiences have long hoped for. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Adding to the immense scale of the film is a star-studded cast. Global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas is set to make her return to Indian cinema, playing the female lead, a character named Mandakini.Her first-look poster, which shows her in a saree and holding a gun, hints at a powerful and multifaceted role. Acclaimed actor Prithviraj Sukumaran will be portraying the antagonist, a sinister and ruthless character named Kumbha. The film is currently in production, with the team reportedly planning to shoot throughout 2026 across multiple international locations to match the script's grand vision.The screenplay, penned by Rajamouli and his father, V. Vijayendra Prasad, is expected to blend reality, mythology, and high-octane adventure.Contrary to initial speculation that the film might be a two-part saga like Baahubali, reports now suggest that Rajamouli intends to tell the story as a single, gripping film with an extensive runtime. The official title and a first glimpse of the film are expected to be unveiled at a massive launch event, dubbed the Globetrotter Event, on November 15, 2025 (that's today) at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad. The event will be live-streamed in India on JioHotstar and internationally on Variety's YouTube channel, indicating the film's global appeal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The technical crew includes long-time Rajamouli collaborator M.M. Keeravani as the music composer and P.S. Vinod handling cinematography, with K.L. Narayana producing the film. With a powerhouse team both in front of and behind the camera, Globetrotter is shaping up to be one of the most significant productions in the history of Indian cinema.

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57 days ago

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Animated Baahubali: The Eternal War Teaser Drops: Part 1 To Hit Big Screens In 2027

Hyderabad, November 4 - The Indian cinema got a glimpse of what animation can do at the box office when Kaleem Productions and Hombale Films' Mahavatar Narsimha took theatres by storm with record-breaking collection earlier this year. It stunned the trade with a worldwide collection of over 300 crores, making it one of the biggest blockbusters of the year. Three months later, it seems that Mahavatar Narsimha was just the beginning for Indian animation, with the peak seeming to be coming in 2027. Director SS Rajamouli's Baahubali: The Epic, a one-cut version of his epic duology, was recently released, and with this, the maverick filmmaker announced the animated film series on Baahubali. Titled Baahubali: The Eternal War, the teaser/trailer of the film was attached to Baahubali: The Epic in cinemas, and now, it has been dropped online. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Ishan Shukla, Eternal War will be a two-part film, with the first scheduled for a 2027 release in cinemas worldwide. The Eternal War will follow the betrayed and murdered prince Amarendra Baahubali (voiced by Prabhas) into the afterlife. In the afterlife, Amarendra Baahubali finds himself at the centre of an ancient cosmic war between devas and asuras. As he navigates through the 14 realms of existence, he forges an unlikely alliance, confronts divine forces beyond mortal comprehension, and fights to restore balance to the cosmos. Baahubali: The Eternal War is written by Ishan Shukla and Sowmya Sharma, produced by S.S. Rajamouli, Shobu Yarlagadda, and Prasad Devineni, and with music by Oscar-winner MM Keeravaani.

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63 days ago

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Baahubali The Epic Advance bookings legacy and everything around the re-release

A decade after rewriting Indian cinema"™s boundaries S. S. Rajamouli"™s Baahubali returns to theatres as Baahubali: The Epic "” a single, re-edited, remastered presentation of the duology that made Indian cinema gasp and global audiences sit up. The re-cut compresses the sprawling saga of Mahishmati into a tight cinematic experience while preserving the grand battles, sweeping visuals and the emotional core that transformed the franchise into a cultural milestone. The film follows the two-generation arc "” the rise of the legendary Amarendra/Baahubali, the betrayal that shatters a kingdom, and the son who avenges and redeems his mother and people. Baahubali: The Epic is more than a re-run: it"™s a curated anniversary presentation Rajamouli has personally supervised the re-edit, sharpening visuals, enhancing sound, and pacing the story for a tighter cinematic flow. With high-end digital restoration and 4K remastering, Baahubali: The Epic promises an even grander viewing experience, especially for those who missed it in theatres during its original run. The ensemble remains the film"™s spine: Prabhas in the lead(s), Rana Daggubati as Bhallaladeva, Anushka Shetty as Devasena, Tamannaah, Ramya Krishna, Sathyaraj, Nassar and others populate the royal and rebel courts. The film is directed by S. S. Rajamouli, produced by Arka Media Works (Shobu Yarlagadda & Prasad Devineni), with music by M. M. Keeravani and cinematography by K. K. Senthil Kumar. Visual-effects supervision, episodic worldbuilding and a host of VFX houses were central to the film"™s look. Baahubali"™s scale was engineered over long preproduction and heavy practical-set work. Production designer Sabu Cyril (and the art & concept team) built vast palace sets and engineered elaborate war-stage pieces; previsualization and large-scale battle staging were significant line items. The film"™s extensive preproduction spanned several months, with massive battle sequences requiring meticulous planning and costing lakhs per day to stage. "” Indian Express noted that certain war sequences cost about ₹1 crore every four days, and millions were invested in previsualization to get the action right. While The official teasers and trailers for the re-release leaned into nostalgia: restored battle imagery, refocused story beats, and a promise of "œone uninterrupted epic the advance booking response has been nothing short of phenomenal. According to trade sources, Baahubali: The Epic has grossed over ₹5 crore in advance bookings worldwide, with nearly ₹2.5 crore coming from India and another ₹2.5 crore from overseas markets. In the U.S. alone, pre-sales touched nearly ₹1.8 crore, reaffirming the franchise"™s global pull even years after its original release. The first installment, Baahubali: The Beginning (2015), was made on a grand budget of ₹180 crore and went on to collect over ₹650 crore worldwide, setting a new benchmark for Telugu cinema. Its sequel, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017), mounted on an even larger scale with a ₹250 crore budget, became a cultural phenomenon "” earning around ₹1,788.06 crore globally and holding the title of one of India"™s biggest hits ever.Together, the two parts "” made with a combined production cost of nearly ₹430 crore "” created an unparalleled cinematic universe that continues to inspire filmmakers and captivate audiences worldwide. Baahubali: The Epic arrives as both celebration and commercial event: a remastered single-film presentation that has already registered substantial advance interest.Social media is buzzing with throwback posts, fan edits, and emotional reactions. Many call it "œthe return of Indian cinema"™s pride," while others simply say, "œBaahubali is not just a movie "” it"™s emotion revisited."Whether you come for the battles, the drama, or the shared fandom, the re-release promises a theatrical experience geared to big screens and big emotions.

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69 days ago

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Prabhas, SS Rajamouli's Baahubali - The Epic: Here Is When The Trailer Will Release

Hyderabad, October 23 - It has been a decade since SS Rajamouli changed the Telugu cinema forever with Baahubali - The Beginning, which became a cult blockbuster, before Baahubali - The Conclusion (2017) took things to an unprecedented level, which became a benchmark for not just Telugu but also for Indian cinema. To make the 10th anniversary a grand event, the makers announced the re-release of the Baahubali duology, and unlike anything before, both films have been remastered in a single cut, titled Baahubali - The Epic with a theatrical runtime of 3 hours and 44 minutes. Baahubali - The Epic is scheduled to hit the worldwide theatres on October 31st in multiple languages, and will reportedly feature some new footage. Ahead of the grand release, it has been announced that an epic trailer of the film will be dropped online on October 24. Fans are anticipating that the trailer will feature some unseen footage and will generate some serious curiosity. Meanwhile, the advance booking of the film is already open in North America, and the response is robust with record sales for a re-release film. Produced by Shobu Yarlagadda and Prasad Devineni under the banner of Arka Media Works, the movie stars Prabhas in the title role of Baahubali alongside Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Sathyaraj, Ramya Krishnan, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Subbaraju in pivotal roles. MM Keeravani composed the music. Stay tuned...

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267 days ago

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Megastar Chiranjeevi's 'Vishwambhara' Release Date Locked

Hyderabad, April 8 - Megastar Chiranjeevi and director Mallidi Vassishta have teamed up for the first time for a socio-fantasy drama film Vishwambhara. The film was announced in 2023 with the first look poster, and since then, the fans have been eagerly waiting for its release. ## Vishwambhara was supposed to be released on Sankranti 2025 but was postponed due to the pending work. Now, according to the latest Telugu media report, the movie is gearing up to hit the big screens on July 24, 2025, worldwide. It is the same date on which Chiranjeevi's iconic Indra was released in 2022. ## The film is produced by UV Creations and has music by M. M. Keeravani. The buzz for the movie is growing, and it is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated Telugu movies of the year. Apart from Chiranjeevi, the film also stars Trisha Krishnan, Kunal Kapoor, and Ashika Ranganath in prominent roles. ## Meanwhile, apart from Vishwambhara, Chiranjeevi has also greenlit two more major films "“ one with Anil Ravipudi and another with Srikanth Odela. The film with Ravipudi was recently announced officially for the Sankranthi 2026 release. ## Stay tuned...

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338 days ago

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Makers Re-Confirmed Release Date of Pawan Kalyan's 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu'

Hyderabad, January 27 - Power star Pawan Kalyan will return to the big screen with the period action drama Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1. Directed by Krish Jagarlamudi and A. M. Jyothi Krishna, the film stars Bobby Deol as the main antagonist. ## HHVM has been in production since 2020, but the movie kept getting delayed due to various reasons, including Pawan Kalyan's political commitments. Last year, the makers announced that the film would be released worldwide in multiple languages worldwide on March 28, 2025. ## The shoot of the film commenced in November 2024, but, the uncertainty remained over the release date to meet the deadline. However, the team has once again re-confirmed the March 28 theatrical debut with the first-look poster of Bobby Deol, giving a shy of relief to the fans who have been eagerly waiting for this particular film.## Produced by Mega Surya Production, HHVM is reportedly set in the 17th-century Mughal Empire, depicting the life of legendary outlaw Veera Mallu, played by Pawan Kalyan. It also stars Nidhhi Agerwal, Nargis Fakhri and Nora Fatehi in key roles.## Wishing the incomparable, the man of magnetic screen presence @thedeol a very Happy Birthday! - Team #HariHaraVeeraMallu ⚔️#HBDBobbyDeol 🔥Power star 🌟 @PawanKalyan @AMRathnamOfl @AnupamPKher @AgerwalNidhhi @amjothikrishna @mmkeeravaani @ADayakarRao2 @Manojdft"¦ pic.twitter.com/frklEumhjM— Hari Hara Veera Mallu (@HHVMFilm) January 27, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

543 days ago

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Ajay Devgn's 'Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha' Announced To Release On August 2

Mumbai, July 6 - Bollywood stars Ajay Devgn and Tabu's Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha has been announced to release on August 2, 2024. The romantic thriller is directed by Neeraj Pandey and also stars Jimmy Sheirgill, Shantanu Maheshwari, and Saiee Manjrekar playing pivotal roles. ## Produced by Friday Filmworks, NH Studioz, and Panorama Studios, Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha was scheduled to be released in July but the makers postponed it to avoid a clash with Prabhas-fronted Kalki 2898 AD which is performing brilliantly at the Hindi box office. ## As reported earlier, the makers also discussed releasing the film on July 26 but eventually decided on August 2. Meanwhile, Vikrant Massey's The Sabarmati Report, which is also slated to hit screens on August 2, has reportedly been postponed. ## AMKDT story follows a couple whose love story spans 23 years from 2000 to 2023, delving into the emotional depth and evolving dynamics of their relationship over two decades. The makers announced the release date with a new intriguing poster. ## The wait ends on 2nd August! ❤️#AuronMeinKahanDumTha#AMKDTonAug2@neerajpofficial @ajaydevgn #Tabu @mmkeeravaani @manojmuntashir @jimmysheirgill @saieemmanjrekar @shantanum07 @sayajishinde #JayUpadhyay @ShitalBhatiaFFW @sangeetaahir @NarendraHirawat @KumarMangat @ParagDesai"¦ pic.twitter.com/L3nVOvmFKV— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) July 6, 2024 ## Stay tuned...

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567 days ago

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Ajay Devgn, Tabu's 'Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha' Trailer To Be Launched On June 13

Mumbai, June 12 - The trailer of Ajay Devgn and Tabu-fronted romantic thriller Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha is set to be launched on June 13, three weeks before the film's big screen release on July 5. The movie is directed by Neeraj Pandey. ## The film story follows a couple whose love story spans 23 years, delving into the emotional depth and evolving dynamics of their relationship over two decades, and culminating in one final meeting. It also stars Jimmy Sheirgill, Shantanu Maheshwari, and Saiee Manjrekar in prominent roles. ## On Wednesday (June 12), the makers launched a new poster with the teaser date announcement.## Bound by fate. Defined by love! #AuronMeinKahanDumTha Trailer Out Tomorrow!🔗 - https://t.co/xChPO14UlaIn cinemas on 5th July.@neerajpofficial @ajaydevgn #Tabu @jimmysheirgill @saieemmanjrekar @shantanum07 @sayajishinde @mmkeeravaani @manojmuntashir @ShitalBhatiaFFW"¦ pic.twitter.com/Bw3SqWOk0G— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) June 12, 2024 ## The film promises to be a unique musical love story with an epic romantic drama spanning 20 years. It is set between 2002 and 2023. Oscar winner MM Keeravani composed the original soundtrack for the film. NH Studios presents A Friday Filmworks Production, Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha, produced by Shital Bhatia, Narendra Hirawat and Kumar Mangat Pathak (Panorama Studios).## Stay tuned...

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579 days ago

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Ajay Devgn's 'Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha' First Poster Unveiled; Teaser Out Today

Mumbai, May 31 - The first official poster of Ajay Devgn-fronted romantic thriller Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha, co-starring Tabu, has been unveiled. The movie is directed by Neeraj Pandey, marking his maiden collaboration with the Maidaan star. ## The first poster features Ajay Devgn who is facing the camera. With the poster, makers also announced that the much-awaited teaser is out today at 1 PM. The actor took to social media and captioned the poster, "An epic love story on its way!"## An epic love story on its way! #AuronMeinKahanDumTha #AMKDT Teaser Out Today! In cinemas 5th July, 2024.@neerajpofficial #Tabu @jimmysheirgill @saieemmanjrekar @shantanum07 @mmkeeravaani @ShitalBhatiaFFW #NarendraHirawat #KumarMangatPathak @nh_studioz @FFW_Official"¦ pic.twitter.com/QjUyN0qSmd— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) May 31, 2024 ## The film promises to be a unique musical love story with an epic romantic drama spanning 20 years. It is set between 2002 and 2023. NH Studios presents A Friday Filmworks Production, Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha, produced by Shital Bhatia, Narendra Hirawat and Kumar Mangat Pathak (Panorama Studios). Oscar winner MM Keeravani composed the original soundtrack for the film.## The movie is scheduled to release on July 5.## Stay tuned...

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608 days ago

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Pawan Kalyan's 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' Part 1 Confirms 2024 Release; Teaser Out Now

Hyderabad, May 2 - Superstar Pawan Kalyan's long-in-the-making Hari Hara Veera Mallu has been confirmed to release in two parts with the first part titled Sword vs Spirit. Directed by Krish Jagarlamudi and Jyothi Krisna, the movie also stars Bobby Deol and Nidhhi Agerwal. ## Depicting the life of legendary outlaw Veera Mallu, the film is set in the Mughal Era where outlaw Veera Mallu is tasked with the job of stealing the Koh-i-Noor diamond from the Mughals. The makers unveiled the first teaser which promises an action-packed experience. ## The teaser introduces the character of Bobby Deol who plays the role of Mughal emperor. Pawan Kalyan shows his sword-fighting skills in this 1 minute and 37 seconds of the promo. Oscar-winner MM Keeravaani's music elevates the scenes to a whole new level. Overall, the teaser of HHVM is excellent and a big hype generator. ## Produced by Mega Surya Production, Hari Hara Veera Mallu Part 1 - Sword vs Spirit will be hitting worldwide cinemas by the end of 2024 in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, and Tamil. ## ## Stay tuned...

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610 days ago

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Ajay Devgn's 'Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha' Gets A New Release Date

Mumbai, April 30 - Bollywood star Ajay Devgn teamed with director Neeraj Pandey for the first time for a romantic thriller Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha. Also starring Tabu, Jimmy Shergill and Saiee Majrekar, the movie was supposed to be released in April but has been postponed. ## Produced by NH Studioz, Friday Filmworks, Panorama Studios, and Reliance Entertainment, AMKDT will now be hitting worldwide theatres on July 5, 2024. The makers will soon release the first look teaser, followed by the trailer. ## The film promises to be a unique musical love story with an epic romantic drama spanning across 20 years. It is set between 2002 and 2023. Oscar winner MM Keeravani has composed the original soundtrack of the film. ## AJAY DEVGN - TABU - NEERAJ PANDEY: "˜AURON MEIN KAHAN DUM THA"™ NEW RELEASE DATE"¦ 5 July 2024 is the new release date of #AuronMeinKahanDumTha, starring #AjayDevgn and #Tabu"¦ A romantic drama set between 2000 and 2023.Also features #JimmySheirgill, #SaieeManjrekar and"¦ pic.twitter.com/L8UKOw1l80— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) April 30, 2024 ## Stay tuned...