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The Grand Trailer of Mohanlal's Vrusshabha Unveiled in Kochi

Kochi, December 17 - The launch event was nothing short of a grand festival for Lalettan fans as the makers of Vrusshabha unveiled the much-awaited trailer at a spectacular launch event held in Kochi. The electrifying on-ground event marked the official launch of the film's promotional journey, setting the stage for one of the biggest Pan-Indian releases of Christmas 2025. The event witnessed the presence of the film's stellar cast, Mohanlal, Samarjit Lankesh, Ragini Dwivedi, and Nayan Sarika, along with director Nanda Kishore. Producers Varun Mathur, Abishek S. Vyas, and Sanjay Dwivedi (Group CEO & CFO Balaji Telefilms) also graced the occasion, making it a memorable celebration of cinema, scale, and star power. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 2025 truly belongs to Mohanlal, as the Power of Lalettan continues to reign supreme with back-to-back entertainment, accolades, and global recognition, celebrating his unparalleled legacy. The Vrusshabha trailer offers a glimpse into an emotionally charged saga unfolding across two timelines, exploring the eternal and powerful bond between a father and son. At its core, Vrusshabha is a story of love, destiny, and sacrifice, showcasing Mohanlal in a striking dual portrayal that spans eras and emotions. In the flashback, he appears as King Vijayendra Vrusshabha, while in the present day, he plays a successful businessman haunted by visions of a past life. His son, portrayed by Samarjit Lankesh, is drawn into these haunting memories, battling fate and fear to protect his father. The trailer teases high-octane action, deep emotional resonance, and visually stunning sequences, with Ragini Dwivedi seen in a fierce, action-packed avatar, Nayan Sarika, Ajay, and Garuda Ram. Producer Ektaa R. Kapoor shared, "Vrusshabha is more than just a film for us; it is a true big-screen experience and a very special milestone in our Pan-Indian journey. I am extremely grateful to Mohanlal sir for giving us this incredible opportunity. His legacy, sincerity, and unmatched screen presence bring immense value to this story. Working with such a committed cast and crew, under Nanda Kishore's vision, has been truly rewarding. Made with honesty, emotion, and scale, Vrusshabha is a film that I believe will deeply connect with worldwide audiences, especially Lalettan fans." (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Director Nanda Kishore added, "This is a story that connects hearts across time, a powerful saga of a father and son bound by love, destiny, and sacrifice. Working with Mohanlal sir is every filmmaker"™s dream. He completely surrenders himself to the story, humble, disciplined, and fearless, performing every action sequence himself. Audiences will also witness the rise of brilliant new talents in Samarjit Lankesh and Nayan Sarika. I am proud of the entire team of technicians and everyone else who has worked tirelessly to bring this story to life. Vrusshabha is made with love, and I believe it will deeply connect with cinema lovers." Starring Mohanlal, Samarjit Lankesh, Ragini Dwivedi, Nayan Sarika, Ajay, Neha Saxena, Garuda Ram, Vinay Verma, Ali, Ayyappa P. Sharma, and Kishore, Vrusshabha features music by Sam C.S., sound design by Resul Pookutty, dialogues by SRK, Janardhan Maharshi, and Karthik, and powerful action choreography by Peter Hein, Stunt Silva, Ganesh Kumar, and Nikhil. Presented by Balaji Telefilms and Connekkt Media in association with Abishek S. Vyas Studios, the film is produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R. Kapoor, C.K. Padma Kumar, Varun Mathur, Saurabh Mishra, Abishek S. Vyas, Praveer Singh, Vishal Gurnani, and Juhi Parekh Mehta, and co-produced by Vimal Lahoti. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Shot simultaneously in Malayalam and Telugu, with releases planned in Hindi and Kannada, Vrusshabha promises to be a grand Pan-Indian cinematic spectacle filled with emotion, action, and grandeur, celebrating the unbreakable bond between a father and son. It is slated for worldwide Christmas release - December 25, 2025 Stay tuned...

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25 days ago

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Christmas 2025 Box Office Clash: Will James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' crush Kartik Aaryan's 'Tu Meri Main Tera' and Agastya Nanda's 'Ikkis'?

The holiday season is getting crowded! From Pandora"™s Na'vi to Sriram Raghavan"™s war zone, here is a detailed look at the 5-way battle set to explode this December. If you thought the box office was cooling down, think again. The final month of 2025 is gearing up to be a historic battlefield at the ticket windows. While the Christmas window is lucrative, it is also ruthless. This year, we aren't just looking at a double clash; we are staring at a five-way face-off involving Hollywood titans, Bollywood superstars, and Pan-India legends. With the release dates locked, here is everything you need to know about the contenders fighting for screen space this December. Avatar: Fire and Ash Release Date: December 19, 2025 Director: James Cameron Cast: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang. Technically arriving a week early, this is the shark in the water. Avatar: Fire and Ash (Avatar 3) will introduce the "Ash People" (Fire Na'vi), adding a darker tone to the franchise.The previous installment, Avatar: The Way of Water (2022), was a monster in India, collecting approximately ₹ 391.4 Cr (India Net) and surpassing huge Bollywood blockbusters. With a head start of one week, it will likely hog the IMAX and premium format screens, making it a nightmare for the films releasing on Christmas Day. Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri Release Date: December 25, 2025 Director:Sameer Sanjay Vidwans Cast: Kartik Aaryan,Ananya Panday, Neena Gupta and Jackie Shroff his film marks a massive "homecoming" of sorts. It is Kartik Aaryan"™s first major release with Dharma Productions (Karan Johar) after their highly publicized fallout years ago, making it a hot topic in the trade. Directed by Sameer Vidwans, who delivered the critical and commercial hit Satyaprem Ki Katha (2023) with Kartik, expectations are sky-high for this duo to recreate that magic The film boasts a potent "Combo Factor" that has the trade buzzing. Fans are thrilled to witness the big-screen reunion of Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday, whose sparkling chemistry was a key driver in the success of their 2019 hit Pati Patni Aur Woh, which collected approximately ₹ 84.56 Cr (India Net). Adding to the credibility is the return of the director-actor duo, Sameer Vidwans and Kartik; Vidwans is known for extracting emotional depth from the actor, a quality that was widely appreciated in their previous collaboration, Satyaprem Ki Katha. Billed as a "Gen-Z rom-com with a 90s soul," the movie promises to deliver the nostalgic charm of a classic Dharma romance, further elevated by the chart-topping tunes of returning composers Vishal-Shekhar. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Ikkis Release Date: December 25, 2025 Director:Sriram Raghavan Cast: Agastya Nanda, Dharmendra, Jaideep Ahlawat. This is the dark horse of the season. Directed by the master of thrillers, Sriram Raghavan (of Andhadhun fame), Ikkis is a biopic of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, the youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient. For Agastya Nanda, this is his big theatrical test after his debut in The Archies (Netflix). All eyes are on director Sriram Raghavan, whose previous masterpiece Andhadhun is a case study in box office longevity. The film started slow but raced to a massive ₹ 74.32 Cr India Net purely on word-of-mouth. However, its success wasn't limited to domestic borders; the thriller exploded globally, amassing a staggering ₹ 439.64 Cr Worldwide, driven by a colossal ₹ 344.54 Cr from Overseas markets (with a historic run in China). If Ikkis delivers similar content-driven power, it could be the "Jerry Maguire" of this season"”starting small but scoring big in the long run. Vrusshabha Release Date: December 25, 2025 Director:Nanda Kishore Cast: Mohanlal,Zahrah S Khan, Shanaya Kapoor,Roshan Meka Billed as an "Epical Action Entertainer," Vrusshabha is one of the most ambitious projects coming out of the Malayalam industry but shot as a proper Pan-India film.Mohanlal is a legend. The film marks the big Pan-India debut for Shanaya Kapoor and Zahrah S Khan. Adding to the lineup is the young and energetic Roshan Meka (known for Pelli SandaD), whose dynamic with Mohanlal is said to be the emotional core of the film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Anaconda Release Date: December 25, 2025 Director:Tom Gormican Cast: Jack Black, Paul Rudd, Steve Zahn, Thandiwe Newton, Daniela Melchior, and Selton Mello This isn't your average creature feature"”it is a star-studded, meta-comedic reimagining of the 1997 cult classic. Directed by Tom Gormican, who gave us the critically acclaimed The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, this version promises a fresh twist on the genre. The story reportedly follows a group of friends facing mid-life crises who head to the rainforest to remake their favorite movie, only to find themselves hunted by giant snakes for real.With Godzilla and Kong movies performing exceptionally well in India recently collecting ₹ 106.99 Cr (India Nett), a high-budget snake disaster movie has a built-in audience in the mass centers. The battle lines are drawn. With James Cameron"™s Avatar: Fire and Ash arriving early to dominate premium formats, the four Christmas Day releases face a massive challenge to secure screens and footfalls. However, history has proven that multiple films can coexist if the content is strong. Will Kartik Aaryan"™s charm and Sriram Raghavan"™s storytelling hold the fort against the Hollywood tsunami? Or will Mohanlal"™s mass appeal surprise everyone? One thing is certain: The Box Office is about to witness fireworks like never before.

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888 days ago

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Mohanlal's Pan India Movie 'Vrushabha' Locks Female Lead Cast

Mumbai, July 15 - The makers of Malayalam superstar Mohanlal's Pan India movie "Vrushabha" has locked the female lead cast. Directed by Nanda Kishore, who directed the hit Kannada movie "Pogaru", the film is an epic action-entertainer transcending generations. ## The makers have roped in Shanaya Kapoor and Pop Diva Zahrah S Khan to play the female lead opposite Telugu actor Roshann Meka in the movie. Shanaya plays a pivotal role that bridging the gap between the past and present timelines of this film while Zahrah plays a warrior princess and has some major action scenes in the film. ## The movie will be produced by Abhishek Vyas, Vishal Gurnani, Juhi Parekh Mehta of AVS Studios, Shyam Sunder of First Step Movies, Ektaa R Kapoor, Shobha Kapoor of Balaji Telefilms, and Varun Mathur of Connekkt Media. It begins filming later this month. ## Shanaya Kapoor said, "I am highly excited to face the camera and begin shooting. There will be so much to learn and explore from this film. The storyline is a fascinating one that has stayed with me. Also, the film has all the big names associated with it and is being made on a massive scale. It's the kind of role any young actor would be excited, and inspired to play, especially so early in one's career. It's a dream come true. And with Mohanlal sir on board, I feel honored to be a part of Vrushabha. I feel extremely grateful".## Zahrah S Khan added, "Vrushabha, being my debut Pan-India release, is a dream come true. I've always wanted to be a part of a film with such high-level performers like Mohanlal sir and to share screen space with him is a treat for me as an actor. The look of the film and the scale is huge from the periodic section to the present day. I'm very excited to be paired with Roshan as I feel he's got such a striking screen presence. I'm eagerly waiting for everyone to see my character and the way it's been shaped up; the credit goes to our director Nanda sir. I can't wait for everyone to see this epic film come to life".## The Malayalam-Telugu bilingual movie, "Vrushabha will have a grand Pan India release in 2024 in Malayalam, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada, languages.## SHANAYA KAPOOR, ZAHRAH S KHAN TO STAR IN MOHANLAL"™S PAN-INDIA FILM "˜VRUSHABHA"™... #ShanayaKapoor [daughter of #SanjayKapoor] and #ZahrahSKhan [daughter of #SalmaAgha] to star opposite #RoshannMeka [who has acted in several #Telugu films] in PAN-#India film #Vrushabha"¦ Stars"¦ pic.twitter.com/8T0PyXAm6y— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 15, 2023 ## Stay tuned...

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902 days ago

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Superstar Mohanlal's Pan India Movie 'Vrushabha' Movie To Be Made In 200 Crores Budget?

Mumbai, July 1 - In August last year, Malayalam superstar Mohanlal announced his Pan India film "Vrushabha. Nanda Kishore, who directed the hit Kannada movie "Pogaru", was attached to direct this big-budget high-octane drama film. ## Now, it is revealed that Bollywood producer Ekta Kapoor has joined this project as one of the producers of the movie which will be co-produced by Abhishek Vyas of AVS Studios in association with Praveer Singh and Shyam Sunder of First Step Movies. ## According to reports, "Vrushabha" will be made on a budget of 200 crores, and the shoot for the same will commence in London next week. The film is to be made in South Indian languages as well as in Hindi and is said to be an emotional-action drama between a father and son.## Meanwhile, Mohanlal was spotted with producer Ekta Kapoor yesterday at Yash Raj studio in Mumbai and it is said that he has also been dubbed for the promo of "Vrushabha" in Hindi. The Hindi release of the film will be under Ekta Kapoor's production house. ## The rest of the cast will be announced soon and the movie will have a grand release in the summer of 2024 in multiple languages.## Stay tuned...

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1210 days ago

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Superstar Mohanlal To Headline Pan India Film 'Vrushabha'

Kochi, August 27 - Megastar Mohanlal has been cast to headline Malayalam-Telugu bilingual movie Vrushabha, which will also be dubbed into Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada languages. ## "Vrushabha" is said to be a high-octane drama revolving around a father-son duo. A Telugu actor will be roped in to play the role of the son and announced for the same will be made soon. Nanda Kishore, who directed the hit Kannada movie "Pogaru", will direct the upcoming Pan India film. ## Produced by Abhishek Vyas of AVS Studios in association with Praveer Singh and Shyam Sunder of First Step Movies, "Vrushabha" will go on floors in May 2023 and will release late in the year. ## Mohanlal took to Twitter and announced the news. "I'm excited to have signed in for "Vrushabha," the first movie from AVS Studios, directed by Nanda Kishore and produced by Abhishek Vyas, Praveer Singh, and Shyam Sunder. This multilingual movie is filled with action and emotion, and I seek all your support and blessings", he wrote.## I"™m excited to have signed in for "œVrushabha," the first movie from AVS Studios, directed by Nanda Kishore and produced by Abhishek Vyas, Praveer Singh, and Shyam Sunder. This multilingual movie is filled with action and emotion, and I seek all your support and blessings. pic.twitter.com/omOaAB2Fub— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) August 27, 2022 ## Meanwhile, apart from "Vrushabha", Mohanlal currently had nine more films in the pipeline, including the highly-anticipated "Drishyam 3", "Lucifer 2", and "Ram". He will next be seen in the thriller movie "Alone", which is likely to release directly on the OTT platform. ## Stay tuned...

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1625 days ago

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Satyadev's Legal Crime Thriller Film, Thimmarusu To Release On July 30 In Theaters

Hyderabad, July 8, 2021: After four back-to-back digital releases, talented Telugu actor Satya Dev's next film will be a theatrical one. The movie, titled "Thimmarasu" is all set to release in theaters on July 30. ## The legal crime thriller film is going to be the first Telugu cinema to hit the cinema halls post the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic. Directed by Sharan Koppisetty, Thimmarusu is the remake of the 2019 Kannada film Birbal Trilogy Case 1: Finding Vajramuni which itself was based on the 2017 Korean movie New Trial.## Produced by Mahesh S Koneru and Yarabolu Srujan under East Coast Productions, S Originals, the movie tipped to be a legal crime thriller. It also stars Priyanka Jawalkar and Ajay in the prominant roles. Sricharan Pakala has composed the music of the film. ## Satyadev was last seen in the Netflix anthology drama film, Pitta Kathalu. Consisting of four short film segments, Satyadev featured in the 4th segment, titled "Pinky", directed by Sankalp Reddy and written by Nanda Kishore Emani. ## Meanwhile, Thimmarusu's theatrical release comes as a confidence booster for other Telugu filmmakers. As theaters are slowly opening up in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, many films are gearing up for release in theaters. The Telangana film chamber had also requested producers to release their films only in theaters. ## Stay tuned...