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Superstar Mahesh Babu Unveils 'VrushaKarma': Naga Chaitanya"™s Fierce New Avatar for #NC24 Revealed

The wait is finally over for Akkineni fans! On the occasion of Naga Chaitanya"™s birthday (November 23), the makers of his highly anticipated 24th film (#NC24) dropped a massive update.In a special gesture, Superstar Mahesh Babu took to X to unveil the official title and first-look poster of the movie, now titled "VrushaKarma". The reveal has set social media on fire, with fans and industry insiders praising the actor's raw and intense transformation. Breaking the suspense, Mahesh Babu shared the striking poster with a warm birthday wish for the Yuvasamrat. He tweeted: "Wishing you a very Happy Birthday @chay_akkineni. #VrushaKarma looks super solid"¦ looking forward to this." Naga Chaitanya was quick to respond, expressing his gratitude: "Thanks @urstrulyMahesh Garu for this gesture! Means a lot." Wishing you a very Happy Birthday @chay_akkineni. #VrushaKarma looks super solid"¦ looking forward to this. 🤗🤗🤗👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻@karthikdandu86 @Meenakshiioffl @BvsnP @aryasukku #SparshShrivastava #RagulDHerian @AJANEESHB @Srinagendra_Art @NavinNooli @SVCCofficial @SukumarWritings pic.twitter.com/7jAAoTMRCJ— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) November 23, 2025 The first look of VrushaKarma presents Naga Chaitanya in a never-before-seen mass avatar, hinting at a high-octane mythical action thriller that promises to be a visual spectacle. Chaitanya sports a rugged, dusty appearance characterized by a thick beard and intense, rage-filled eyes. Captured mid-action, he is seen wielding a heavy weapon resembling a rusted iron rod or scepter. The background further amplifies the intrigue, suggesting a period or dystopian setting featuring ancient architecture within a chaotic, war-torn environment. This project brings together a powerhouse collaboration of some of the finest talents in the South Indian film industry. The film is helmed by Karthik Dandu, who shot to fame with the mystical blockbuster Virupaksha. Adding to the massive hype, the story is penned by the creative genius Sukumar, celebrated for the Pushpa franchise. The movie is a joint production venture by BVSN Prasad and Sukumar, bankrolled under the prestigious banners of Sri Venkateswara Cine Chitra (SVCC) and Sukumar Writings. The casting and technical crew are equally impressive, adding to the film's anticipation. The gorgeous Meenakshi Chaudhary has been roped in as the female lead, while Sparsh Shrivastava, known for his breakout performance in Laapataa Ladies, plays a pivotal role, reportedly starring as the antagonist. The film"™s auditory experience rests in the hands of musical sensation B. Ajaneesh Loknath (known for Kantara and Vikrant Rona), who is expected to deliver a thumping background score. The technical team is rounded out by cinematographer Ragul D. Herian, editor Navin Nooli, and art director Sri Nagendra Tangala, ensuring a top-tier cinematic experience. While the makers haven't officially decoded the title, "Vrusha" often relates to "Bull" or "Righteousness" (Dharma) in Sanskrit, and "Karma" means "Action" or "Deed." The title, combined with the intense poster, suggests a protagonist who is a force of nature"”righteous yet destructive when provoked. With Karthik Dandu"™s direction and Sukumar"™s writing, expectations are sky-high.The film is currently in production, and this first look has successfully established VrushaKarma as one of the most exciting Telugu projects to look out for in the coming year.

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62 days ago

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All Eyes on Peddi Ram Charan and A. R. Rahman Ignite Massive Buzz Ahead of the First Single

Ram Charan"™s Peddi is fast emerging as one of the most talked-about cinematic spectacles of 2025 "” a film that promises both emotional depth and visual majesty. Directed by Uppena fame Buchi Babu Sana, the movie is produced by Vriddhi Cinemas and IVY Entertainment, and presented by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings.The film brings together heartfelt performances, stunning visuals, and A. R. Rahman"™s evocative music, promising an experience that connects with audiences across languages. The much-awaited first single from Peddi is expected to release in the first week of November, likely around the 8th, during A. R. Rahman"™s concert in Hyderabad . The celebrated composer, who is scoring the film"™s soundtrack, is reportedly planning a spectacular launch event that merges cinematic emotion with the grandeur of a live musical performance.This single release isn"™t just a marketing move "” it"™s a full-scale musical celebration designed to kick off Peddi"™s promotions on a massive stage. Peddi is believed to be a high-octane rural action drama with emotional depth, sports elements, and a strong social core "” staying true to Buchi Babu"™s storytelling sensibilities. The film"™s cinematography is handled by R. Rathnavelu, known for his visual brilliance, while editing duties fall to Navin Nooli.Ram Charan"™s rugged transformation, complete with a rustic aesthetic and raw intensity, signals a bold shift from his urban hero image. Shot extensively across scenic locales in India and Sri Lanka, the film carries a distinctive visual signature "” blending earthy tones, grandeur, and cultural authenticity. With A. R. Rahman composing the soundtrack, anticipation around Peddi"™s music is soaring. Industry reports suggest that the first single will carry a vibrant folk essence, choreographed by Jani Master and featuring Ram Charan in a high-energy dance number. The music rights have already fetched a record price, reflecting Rahman"™s unmatched pull and the team"™s confidence in his work. Both fans and critics are eager to see how Rahman"™s signature emotional depth and melodic finesse shape the film"™s overall soundscape. If the excitement around the first single and the scale of its launch are anything to go by, Peddi could set a new benchmark for Telugu cinema "” bringing together heartfelt emotions, stunning visuals, and beautiful music for a memorable theatre experience.

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1010 days ago

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SSMB28: Mahesh Babu's Film With Trivikram Confirmed For Sankranthi 2024 Release

Hyderabad, March 26 - Mahesh Babu's action drama film with director Trivikram Srinivas has officially been postponed from August 11, 2023, and will now be released on January 13 on the occasion of Sankranthi 2024.## The postponement of SSMB28 was almost certain since a lot of shoot is still pending and also after Megastar Chiranjeevi's "Bholaa Shankar" was announced for the August 11 release. The yet-untitled film, however, will have to face stiff competition with Prabhas-fronted "Project K" which will be released on January 12. ## Mahesh Babu and Trivikram Srinivas are teaming up after 12 years. The film has Pooja Hegde as the female lead, reuniting with Mahesh Babu after "Maharshi". The new release of "SSMB28" was announced with an intriguing poster featuring Mahesh Babu in a stylish and intense avatar. ## The Reigning Superstar @urstrulymahesh in an all new MASS avatar is all set to meet you with #SSMB28 in theatres from 13th January 2024 worldwide! 🤩#SSMB28FromJAN13 🎬🍿#Trivikram @hegdepooja @sreeleela14 @MusicThaman @vamsi84 #PSVinod @NavinNooli #ASPrakash @haarikahassine pic.twitter.com/qqXjnJphqH— Haarika & Hassine Creations (@haarikahassine) March 26, 2023 ## Anbu-Arivu, the famous action choreographer duo is handling the stunt choreography of "SSMB28. S Thaman has composed music. PS Vinod is the cinematographer, AS Prakash art director and Navin Nooli is the editor. ## Stay tuned...

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1218 days ago

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SSMB28: Mahesh Babu To Commence The Shooting Of Trivikram's Film From September 8

Hyderabad, August 30 - Superstar Mahesh Babu reunites with blockbuster director Trivikram Srinivas for his next film, tentatively titled SSMB28. The movie has Pooja Hegde in the female lead role and this marks her second film with Babu after Maharshi. ## "SSMB28" has been in the pre-production work for quite some time now and was supposed to kickstart the filming in August 2022. However, due to the pause of Telugu films to discuss various issues, the movie couldn't go on the floors as scheduled.## According to the latest reports, the makers are finally ready to take the movie on the ground and start shooting on September 8, 2022. Mahesh Babu will reportedly be a part of the first 25-day schedule of an action sequence in Ramoji Film City. Pooja Hegde will not be a part of the first schedule and will join the team in either October or November. ## It is said that Mahesh Babu has asked Trivikram to complete the shoot of the film as soon as possible as he has his next film with SS Rajamouli which is being planned to start filming early next year. "SSMB28", produced by Haarika & Hassine Creations, is likely to be wrapped up by December this year or January 2023. ## Thaman S is on board to compose the music while National-Award-winning editor Navin Nooli is also a part of the film. Cinematography is to be handled by Madhie while the art director is A.S. Prakash. "SSMB28" is scheduled to release on 28 April 2023. ## Stay tuned...

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1309 days ago

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SSMB28: Mahesh Babu's Film With Trivikram To Be Made In A Budget of Rs. 200 Crores?

Hyderabad, May 31 - Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu has reunited with one of the top directors Trivikram for his next, called "SSMB 28". The shoot for the much-anticipated film will kickstart next month and the film is slated to hit theaters around this time next year. ## Mahesh Babu and Trivikram are coming together for the third time. Earlier, the duo collaborated on Athadu (2005) and Khaleja (2010). Their upcoming collaboration is already getting hyped and if reports are to be believed, the film will be made on a whopping budget of Rs. 200 crores. ## According to a Telugu 360 report, Mahesh Babu will get paid Rs. 60 crores while Trivikram will fetch approx. 50 crores. Haarika and Hassine Creations, the production house of the movie, is reportedly keen to complete in around 90 crores budget which includes production cost and the fee of other cast and crew members. ## Pooja Hegde is playing the female lead opposite Babu and this marks their second film together after the national award-winning film "Maharshi". The music of the film is composed by the brilliant Thaman S, A.S. Prakash is the art director and Madhie will crank the camera. The national award-winning editor Navin Nooli was also roped in for SSMB28. PDV Prasad will work as executive producer.## Stay tuned...

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1457 days ago

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Kannada Actor Duniya Vijay Onboard For Balakrishna's Upcoming Movie 'NBK107'

Hyderabad, Jan 3 (IANS) Telugu star Nandamuri Balakrishna, who recently tasted success with the hit 'Akhanda', is to join the sets to shoot for his upcoming movie 'NBK107'.## Kannada's popular actor Duniya Vijay has been roped in to play the villain in this movie, which is to be directed by Gopichand Mallineni of 'Krack' fame. The movie is to mark Duriya Vijay's debut in Telugu.## Duniya Vijay is to appear in a significant role, which would feature him as a nefarious villain. Billed to be a mass, commercial entertainer, the yet-to-be-titled movie is bankrolled under Mythri Movie Makers.## Actress Shruti Haasan is roped in to play the heroine opposite Balakrishna. Tentatively titled '#NBK107', the movie was earlier launched formally. Naveen Yerneni and Y. Ravi Shankar will be producing the film on a massive scale, while musician S.S. Thaman renders the soundtrack.## Rishi Punjabi will handle the cinematography, as the acclaimed writer Sai Madhav Burra pens the dialogues.## National Award-winning craftsman Navin Nooli is in charge of the editing, while A.S. Prakash is the production designer. Chandu Ravipati is the executive producer for the film that will have fights by Ram-Lakshman.## Stay tuned...

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1537 days ago

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Nani & Keerthy Suresh Reunite After Nenu Local In Dasara

Hyderabad, October 15 - Natural star Nani's next film with debutante director Srikanth Odela is titled "Dasara". The movie reunites Nani with actress Keerthy Suresh for the first time after Nenu Local (2017). ## On the occasion of Dussehra (October 15), the makers released the first look glimpse of Nani and Keerthy Suresh along with the title announcement. The glimpse shows the rustic getups of Nani and Keerthy Suresh and it looks very promising. Dasara will portray Nani in a never-seen-before role as shown in the glimpse. ## According to reports, Nani plays a rural guy in this intense action drama set in Telangana. The actor's dialogue delivery is also promising a mass-oriented film. He seems to have mastered Telangana slang as he delivered the dialogues with ease. The glimpse also shows Nani's rugged look with a feral beard and his face look revealed through the smoke of the train.## Music director Santhosh Narayanan has composed the music of the film while Sathyan Sooryan ISC is the cinematographer and Navin Nooli is the editor. Sudhakar Cherukuri is producing the film under the banner of Sri Lakshmi Venkateswara Cinemas. The shooting of the film is expected to begin soon. ## Glad to be sharing screen space with @NameisNani once again after Nenu Local 🤗❤️🙏🏻Very excited for this project,can"™t wait to start shootinghttps://t.co/KbMcCKADXY#Dasara #SirenOfDasara @odela_srikanth @Music_Santhosh @sathyaDP @NavinNooli @kabilanchelliah @SLVCinemasOffl pic.twitter.com/7bVOA60fDT— Keerthy Suresh (@KeerthyOfficial) October 15, 2021 ## Meanwhile, Nani was last seen in the recently released Amazon Prime Video film "Tuck Jagadish". He is currently filming for Ante Sundaraniki which also stars Nazriya Nazim in her Telugu debut. Nani also has "Shyam Singha Roy" which is currently in the post-production stage and will be releasing in theaters in December. ## On the other hand, Keerthy Suresh has her hands full of films at the moment. She has completed and is ready to release films such as Marakkar, Good Luck Sakhi, Annaatthe, and Saani Kaayidham. Keerthy is currently shooting for Mahesh Babu starrer Sarkaru Vaari Paata and will be sharing screen space with megastar Chiranjeevi in Bhola Shankar. She also has the Malayalam film Vaashi in the pipeline. ## Stay tuned...

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1604 days ago

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SSMB28: Pooja Hegde To Reunite With Mahesh Babu In Director Trivikram's Film

Hyderabad, August 9, 2021: Earlier in May this year, superstar Mahesh Babu announced his collaboration with director Trivikram Srinivas after 11 years. The actor-director duo joined hands for the third time after Athadu (2005), and Khaleja (2010), for their next film, tentatively titled, SSMB28 (Babu's 28th film). ## Now, on August 9 on Mahesh Babu's birthday, the makers announced the cast & crew of the film, wishing SSMB a very happy birthday. As speculated earlier, the Maharshi combo of Mahesh Babu and Pooja Hegde will be reuniting in SSMB28. Pooja Hegde is a busy bee these days, and now with SSMB28, the actress adds more film to her growing list. ## SSMB will be produced by S. Radha Krishna (Chinababu) under his banner Haarika & Hassine Creations while Smt. Mamatha is the presenter of the film. The music of the film is composed by the brilliant Thaman S, A.S. Prakash is the art director and Madhie will crank the camera. The national award-winning editor Navin Nooli also roped in for SSMB28. PDV Prasad will work as executive producer. The shooting of SSMB28 is expected to begin soon. ## Meanwhile, Mahesh Babu is currently shooting for director Parasuram's Sarkaru Vaari Paata. The teaser of the film was released on the actor's birthday today. SVP is scheduled to release on January 13, 2022. Mahesh Babu also has SS Rajamouli's next film after RRR. It is expected to go on floors next year. ## On the other hand, Pooja Hegde has recently completed the shooting of Radhe Shyam, co-starring Prabhas. The actress is also busy shooting for the Tamil movie, Beast, in which, she has been paired opposite Thalapahty Vijay. Apart from this, she also has Hindi movies Cirkus and Bhaijaan in her kitty. ## Check out the cast & crew announcement video of SSMB28 - ## ## Stay tuned...