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When & Where To Watch Roshan Mathew & Shine Tom Chacko’s Maharani? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Following its theatrical release in November 2023, the Malayalam comedy-drama Maharani, featuring Roshan Mathew and Shine Tom Chacko, is finally coming to Ott. The film had a limited theatrical window but was successful enough to be streamed on Manorama Max. The Ott giant officially announced it on social media with a fresh poster, which got fans interested again.

When & Where To Stream Maharani?

Maharani will be available to stream on Manorama Max starting June 21, 2025. The platform shared the announcement through an official poster online. The post reads, “Maharani | June 21 | manoramaMAX.” If you missed seeing the film in theaters or simply need a light Malayalam movie for the weekend, this could be one to include on your watchlist.

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Here’s When & Where To Watch Dance Party On Ott ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

The Malayalam dance musical comedy, Dance Party, finally gets its digital release. The film had a theatrical release in December 2023 and enjoyed favorable reviews from the family and young audiences alike. It could not perform creditably at the box office, but the few who watched it appreciated the acting, comedy, and music too. Recently, the Ott platform announced that the film will soon be available for streaming.

When & Where To watch Dance Party

Dance Party will be available to stream from May 30, 2025, on Manorama Max. The platform shared the news on social media with the caption, “Dance Party | From May 30 | manoramaMAX.”

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Fans of Malayalam movies, music, and comedy can now enjoy the film at home. If you are looking for something light, musical, and full of laughs,...

Movies based on a gaming premise are nothing new for cinema enthusiasts. In the cult favorite “Ready Player One,” the Chinese blockbuster drama “Love O2O,” “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World,” “Wreck-It Ralph,” or “Free Guy,” world-building acts as the strongest fulcrum, elevating the immersive quality of the movies. The 2025 Malayalam language thriller “Bazooka,” written and directed by debutant Deeno Dennis, is one such genre-bending film that merges multiple genres, including action, gaming, heist, and thriller. But does the film pass with flying colors? Or does the execution make the idea on paper look foolish and unbearably tiresome? Let’s find out.

“Bazooka,” as intriguing as the name sounds, has an equally intriguing premise. It follows a serial robber, a monomaniac gamer, who commits multiple challenging robberies in the city and comes out unscathed, proving to be a menace to the city police. Enter Kochi Acp, the prestigious, decorated police officer Mr.

Good Bad Ugly X Reactions Revealed (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Thala Ajith Kumar is back on the big screens with Good Bad Ugly, which created quite the buzz before its release. Thala fans always celebrate whenever his movies are out, and this is no exception. This latest release is more interesting because of its mass appeal, as it is an action comedy with Kumar as a gangster. The netizens have given it a thumbs up. Scroll below for the deets.

The film features an ensemble cast comprising Trisha Krishnan, Arjun Das, Sunil, Jackie Shroff, Tinnu Anand, Karthikeya Dev, Priya Prakash Varrier, Prabhu, Prasanna, Raghu Ram, Redin Kingsley, Shine Tom Chacko, and others. Adhik Ravichandran directed it.

Good Bad Ugly follows Ak, a former crime boss, who surrenders to start a new life with his wife Ramya and son Vihaan. After his release, his violent past resurfaces, forcing him to fight off assassins.

Bazooka Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Mammootty, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Iswarya Menon, Hakkim Shah, Divya Pillai, Sidharth Bharathan, Babu Antony, Sumit Naval, Shine Tom Chacko, Abin Bino, and Joemon Jyothir.

Director: Deeno Dennis

Bazooka Movie Review (Photo Credit – Instagram)

What’s Good: Mammootty’s various looks throughout the film is impressive, except for the final one. The fight sequences are well-executed, and though a few feel unnecessary to the core plot, they’re still enjoyable to watch.

What’s Bad: The film suffers from a weak script. At times, it’s unclear how certain events unfold. The storyline feels stretched, with unnecessary subplots that add little value.

Loo Break: You could take a short break during the second robbery sequence. It lacks the visual appeal of the first and feels like it was added just to boost the robbery count. It seems the makers didn’t put much effort into making it stand out.

Good Bad Ugly Box Office North America Premiere Pre-Sales (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Tamil action-comedy Good Bad Ugly is enjoying immense on-ground buzz. Ajith Kumar starrer is now competing against his last big release, Vidaamuyarchi, and Salman Khan’s Sikandar at the North American box office. Check out the premiere pre-sales for day 1.

According to Venky Box Office, Adhik Ravichandran’s directorial has earned $148K via pre-sales for the US premiere shows. It has sold 7K+ tickets from 306 locations. The total advance booking in North America stands at $230K. There are two days until the big day. Amid the favorable buzz, one can expect a major boost during the last 48 hours.

Gbu vs Sikandar

Salman Khan‘s Sikandar was highly disappointing in US pre-sales. It had made box office collections of $305K from 678 locations in North America. With 32% higher earnings, Good Bad Ugly will easily crush the opening day of the Eid 2025 release.

Mad Square Vs Robinhood Day 1 Report: Guess Who Leads This Comedy Clash – Narne Nithin Or Nithiin?(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Tollywood is witnessing an interesting clash on Eid this year with two comedies that have arrived in the theaters on March 28. While action comedy Robinhood stars Nithiin and Sreeleela, comedy drama Mad Square stars Jr Ntr’s brother-in-law Narne Nithin. The two films have got mixed reviews at the box office, but their reception at the ticket window is at extreme poles!

Robinhood Ticket Sales On Bms

On the opening day, March 28, Friday, Nithiin and Sreeleela’s action comedy registered a ticket sale of only 28K. The third lowest for any Tollywood film’s opening day since 2023! This might be an impact due to two other releases apart from Narne Nithin’s film. Nithiin’s action comedy clashes with L2: Empuraan and Veera Dheera Sooran as well, both of which...

Are Idly Kadai and Good Bad Ugly set to clash? (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Well, according to a report by India Today, this may no longer be the case. Idly Kadai might be postponed to avoid competing with Ajith’s Good Bad Ugly. As of now, there is no official confirmation from the makers of Idly Kadai, but the film is currently in the final stages of production.

There are unconfirmed reports that Dhanush will direct Ajith Kumar’s next project, which will be produced under Dhanush’s banner, Wunderbar Films. Speculation online suggests that this is why Dhanush decided to postpone the release of Idly Kadai.

However, industry analysts argue that the delay has nothing to do with a potential collaboration between Ajith and Dhanush, even if it is in the works. Some insiders even dismiss the news about the collaboration as baseless rumors. According to sources, the real reason...

The teaser for Ajith Kumar’s much-awaited film, Good Bad Ugly, has just dropped, and it’s a delight for his fans. Directed by Adhik Ravichandran, the film showcases Ajith in a bold and darker role, and the teaser certainly delivers.

In the teaser, we see Ajith’s character, Ak, portrayed as a tough and ruthless individual. A striking line from the teaser sums up his character: “No matter how much you try to be good, the world will turn you bad.” This, along with hints of being pushed to make tough choices, suggests a character with depth and moral complexity.

The teaser is filled with exciting moments, and fans will appreciate the nostalgic visuals that nod to some of Ajith’s classic looks and dialogues. The film features a strong cast, including Trisha Krishnan, Arjun Das, Shine Tom Chacko, Prasanna, Rahul Dev, and Sunil.

The cinematography by Abinadhan Ramanujam stands out,...

The unwavering dedication and enthusiasm of Ajith Kumar’s fans have once again come to the forefront as they plan a unique gift for director Adhik Ravichandran. In celebration of the teaser release for Ajith Kumar’s forthcoming film, Good Bad Ugly, fans from Madurai have resolved to present a gold ring to the director.

The teaser, unveiled on February 28, has captivated audiences online. This film represents the inaugural collaboration between Ajith Kumar and Adhik Ravichandran, and fans are keenly anticipating the chemistry between the two on the silver screen.

In a widely circulated video on social media, a fan from Madurai is seen speaking to the press, announcing that he has acquired a gold ring as a gift for Adhik Ravichandran on behalf of the Ajith Kumar fan community in Madurai. The fan elaborates that the ring weighs 2 sovereigns (16 grams) and serves as a gesture of gratitude for the...

Daaku Maharaaj Ott Verdict (Week 1) (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Nandamuri Balakrishna starrer Daaku Maharaaj was a losing affair at the Indian box office because of its massive 100 crore budget. The action-adventure drama premiered on Netflix on February 21, 2025, and has ranked among the Global top 10 non-English films. Scroll below for its Week 1 Ott verdict.

5th most viewed non-English film on Netflix

Daaku Maharaaj made a good debut on Netflix, garnering 2.4 million views from February 17 to 23, 2025. It ranked 5th among the Global top 10 non-English films. Nandamuri Balakrishna’s film was trending in the top 10 in as many as 13 countries this week.

The action-adventure remained behind Dhoom Dhaam, the only other Indian film in the top 10. Yami Gautam & Pratik Gandhi starrer landed at the second spot with its staggering viewership of 5.8 million in its second week. On the other hand, Kadhalikka Neramillai, which was at the 10th spot last week, has been pushed out of the list.

Urvashi Rautela can breathe easy. Recent reports of her scenes being removed from her new Telugu film Daaku Maharaaj for its Ott release on February 21 are completely false.

The fake news began doing the rounds after Netflix announced the Ott premier of Daaku Maharaaj. When Rautela’s face was missing from the poster, reports suggested her scenes were deleted for the Ott release.

“All cooked up! She is very much there. Not a single shot of hers has been removed from Daaku Maharaaj. We don’t know where these stories are coming from. They are baseless and concocted, planted to create some pre-release curiosity for vested interests,” a source from Netflix tells me.

Daaku Maharaaj, directed by Bobby Kolli, stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Bobby Deol, Pragya Jaiswal, Shraddha Srinath, Chandini Chowdary, Pradeep Rawat, Sachin Khedekar, Shine Tom Chacko, Viswant Duddumpudi, Aadukalam Naren and Ravi Kishan.

In this lame attempt to belatedly pat oneself on the back for standing up to the toxic fumes of male aggression and transgression, the dependable Shine Tom Chacko, well, shines in the title role. Shine, a gifted actor even in uneasy circumstances (this being one of them), plays what was once known as a womanizer. This film updates the malaise, though no one really calls Vivekanand a sex addict, his victims acknowledge him as a “weirdo” and “sadist”.

In what could have been the most delectable revenge on a male predator since Colin Higgins’ 1980 sex comedy 9 to 5, there isn’t much sex in Vivekanandan Viralanu, although a lot of pssst-pssst talk about it. The women whom Vivekanand targets by ogling, trapping, and manipulating come together to take him hostage, tie him to a chair in his father’s home, and torture him, a la Vijay Varma in Darlings,...

Dominic And The Ladies’ Purse Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Mammootty, Gokul Suresh, Siddique, Vineeth, Lenaa, Vijay Babu, Meenakshi Unnikrishnan, Viji Venkatesh, Wafa Khatheeja, Shine Tom Chacko, Jacob George James and others

Director: Gautham Vasudev Menon

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What’s Good: The standout aspect of the film is the stellar performances by the cast, with Sushmitha Bhat, Mammootty, Vineeth, and Gokul Suresh delivering exceptional acting that elevates the narrative.

What’s Bad: The songs in the movie disrupt the flow, particularly the first one, which feels unnecessary. Placed during the character establishment phase, it merely reinforces traits of Mammootty’s character already shown, adding little value. The second song, tied to a classical dance, while important for plot nuance, could have been shorter. However, the reuse of the second song towards the end was engaging and well-placed.

Loo Break: You can...

Here’s What Thaman S Revealed About Nandamuri Balakrishna’s Akhanda 2 (Photo Credit – Hotstar)

Akhanda 2, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, is one of the much-awaited films of 2025. The release date is not confirmed yet, but reports suggest that it will be released in September this year. Fans are eagerly waiting for the film’s arrival.

Famous music composer Thaman Shivakumar Ghantasala has shared his thoughts on the movie. He praised the work of director Boyapati Srinu. Thaman spoke at the Daaku Maharaaj success event about the same and said, “The first half of Akhanda 2 is worth the money. It’s pure Paisa Vasool stuff. The second half is a bonus. There will be unexpected scenes.”

According to inside sources, Akhanda will return in the sequel. However, this time, he will face new challenges related to social and political issues. Apart from Balakrishna, Pragya Jaiswal will also play an essential role in the movie.

Everything To Know About Gautham Vasudev Menon’s Dominic And The Ladies’ Purse Starring Mammootty (Photo Credit – Instagram)

We all know Gautham Vasudev Menon as a talented director and actor in South Indian cinema. But did you know he’s about to make his Malayalam directorial debut? And none other than Mammootty will be leading the film. Titled Dominic and the Ladies’ Purse, the movie is set to hit theaters this month. Mammootty shared the exciting release date himself during the New Year celebrations.

Happy New Year Everyone !#DominicandTheLadiesPurse in Cinemas Worldwide on January 23 , 2025 pic.twitter.com/LgOuxuqRRG

— Mammootty (@mammukka) December 31, 2024

Does Dominic And The Ladies’ Purse Have An Official Plotline?

The exact plot of the film remains a mystery for now. However, what we do know is that Mammootty will play the titular character, Dominic, a detective who is brilliant at his job but also a bit lazy, reminiscent of Sherlock Holmes.

Everything We Know About Mammootty’s Action-Crime Thriller Bazooka So Far (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Bazooka, the Malayalam action thriller starring Mammootty, has been one of his most highly anticipated films since its announcement in the second quarter of 2023. Online chatter suggests that the film wrapped up shooting in October 2024. Deeno Dennis, the writer and director, reportedly spent three years crafting the script. Four months ago, the teaser for Bazooka was released to widespread excitement.

The film also features Gautham Vasudev Menon alongside Mammootty. Interestingly, another project directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, titled Dominic and the Ladies’ Purse, also stars Mammootty and is set to release just 22 days earlier. This means fans will witness two Mammootty-Gautham Vasudev Menon collaborations hitting theaters within less than a month.

Expected Plot Of Bazooka

The plot remains tightly under wraps, but here’s what we know so far: Gautham Vasudev Menon reportedly plays a cop who,...

Adithattu Is All Set To Release On Ott Platforms This Month (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Adithattu, a slow-burn action thriller and murder mystery originally released in theaters on July 1, 2022. The movie is finally making its way to Ott. After over two years of waiting, audiences can stream it online this month. The film currently holds a 6.3 IMDb rating.

Cast and Crew of Adithattu

Adithattu is directed by Jijo Antony, with writing credits to Khais Millen. The cast includes Sunny Wayne as Marcos, Shine Tom Chacko as Ambross, Alexander Prasanth as Srank Raayan, and Murugan Martin as Nelson. The film’s music is composed by Nezer Ahamed and Sreehari K. Nair, with cinematography by Pappinu and editing by Noufal Abdullah. Phoenix Prabu directed the action sequences. Produced by Jijo Antony, Susan Joseph, and Sin Treesa, the film is a joint venture by Kanayil Films and Middle March Studios.

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Devara Box Office Collection Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram/Jio TV)

Jr Ntr led Devara continues to add footfalls, although on the lower end. The action drama co-starring Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor suffered due to its high budget. The box office collections have been decent so far. Scroll below for the latest update on day 29.

Directed by Koratala Siva, the action drama was released in theatres worldwide on September 27, 2024. Jr Ntr returned to the big screens after his Oscar-award-winning film, Rrr, and the hype was humungous. The advance booking also achieved some milestones, but the negative word-of-mouth spoiled the party.

Box Office Collection Day 29

In 29 days, Devara has earned a net box office collection of 289.25 crores in all languages in India. Despite negative word of mouth, the Jr Ntr starrer has managed to pull cine-goers to the theatres. The film is still witnessing decent occupancy, especially in the leading markets in the South.

The new Indian action movie, Devara: Part 1, has arrived in theaters and is a movie that those who enjoy action movies should look into watching. Written and directed by Kortala Siva, the Telugu-language movie stars N. T. Rama Rao Jr. in dual roles, as the titular Devara and also, his son, Varadha, in the story of a chieftain who protects his people from smugglers who sail in from the Red Sea. When he disappears after an attempt on his life, his son struggles with being forced to live up to his father's legacy and his desire to make the village move on from the mysterious disappearance. The cast also includes Saif Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Prakash Raj, Shruti Marathe, Shine Tom Chacko and Srikanth.

Devara: Part 1, comes two years after the release of the 2022 phenomenon Rrr, which has risen to become one of the most critically and commercially successful Indian movies in history.

Devara Box Office Collection Day 10 Update! (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Devara has completed the second weekend at the Indian box office. The action drama has been slow because of mixed reviews ll but it is the massive fandom of Jr Ntr, that has kept the boat sailing so far. There’s been an improvement in collections on day 10. Scroll below for the latest updates!

Directed by Koratala Siva, the film was released in theatres on September 27, 2024. Telangana and Andhra Pradesh are among leading states, that continue to contribute to around 70-80% of the total box office collection. Apart from that, the Hindi belt has also been surprising, with decent to good earnings since the opening day.

Box Office Collection Day 10

On the second Sunday, Devara made box office collection of 12.70 crores in all languages in the domestic market. It witnessed a decent growth of 37% compared to 9.25 crores added to the kitty on the previous day.

Devara: Part 1 is ambitious, exhausting and so high-decibel that when it’s finished, after nearly three hours, you might need to pause and reorient to reality. Which is both a good thing and a bad thing.

In interviews, writer-director Koratala Siva has said that the story is set in the 1980s and 1990s. But there is little of the film, which was shot in Telugu and dubbed in four languages, including Hindi and Tamil, to suggest this. The world of Devara seems to have sprung entirely from his imagination, where the rules are flexible.

The narrative transports us to a remote coastal region with four clans who participate in an annual combat, battling each other like gladiators. The winner’s village then keeps the altar of weapons until the next contest. The population wield torches and guns, but there are no schools or hospitals. This is a land of warriors,...

Devara: Part 1 has made a splash at the domestic box office. The new Telugu-language action movie stars N. T. Rama Rao Jr. in a dual role as the titular village chieftain and his own son Varadha. This marks the star's first role since the 2022 smash hit Rrr, which won an Oscar for Best Original Song and became the third highest-grossing Indian movie of all time. The cast of Devara, which was written and directed by Koratala Siva, also includes Saif Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Shruti Marathe, Prakash Raj, Srikanth, and Shine Tom Chacko.

Per Deadline, as of Sunday morning, Devara: Part 1 is projected to earn a 3-day total of $5.6 million by the end of its opening weekend at the domestic box office. This places it at No. 4 on the domestic Top 5 chart for the weekend, outgrossing the No. 5 title, which is Speak No Evil ($4.3 million), as well as the...

Alia Bhatt recently impressed both Jr Ntr and Karan Johar with her singing skills during a joint interview for their upcoming films, Jigra and Devara. In a video that went viral on September 24, 2024, Alia can be seen singing the Chuttamalle song from Devara, which is originally in Telugu. Although she sang the Tamil version, her rendition left Jr Ntr, Karan Johar, and fans amazed. Many praised her vocal talent, with comments such as “Beautifully singing” and “Alia’s voice is love.”

Fans were particularly impressed by her ability to sing in Telugu, with one fan commenting, “Alia Bhatt’s singing is so cute, just like her.” Alia’s willingness to embrace the song in another language showcased her versatility and dedication as an artist.

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"I will become a terror killing that courage." Prathyangira Cinemas has unveiled an official trailer for a movie called Devara Part 1, the next big Indian epic action movie hitting theater this year. It's already set for a global release (including in many US theaters) starting on September 27th later this month. The Telugu-language action movie stars N.T. Rama Rao Jr. (aka Ntr Jr) who also played Bheem in the global hit Rrr a few years ago. Devara is an intensive tale about a man who struck fear in the minds of those who were naive to it. An epic action saga set against coastal lands (e.g. at the water), which is about rip-roaring, emotionally charged incidents in the periodic timeline, and features the titular protagonist being the rescuer to deprived and fear to evildoers. Starring N.T. Rama Rao Jr. as both Devara (the "protector of the seas") and his own son Vara,...

Keerthy Suresh Believes She Could Be The Perfect Match For This Tollywood Actor(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Keerthy Suresh became widely recognized for her role in the film Mahanati. Recently, she received a Filmfare Award for her performance in Dasara.

In a recent interview, Keerthy Suresh expressed her desire to work with Jr Ntr. She first met him at the Mahanati audio launch and felt they would make a great on-screen duo. Jr Ntr hosted a success party for the Mahanati team, which left a lasting impression on Keerthy due to his energetic and friendly personality.

“I saw Jr Ntr garu for the first time at the Mahanati audio launch. I thought we would make a great pair to work on a film together. On the release day of Mahanati, Ntr Sir hosted a success party for the team at his residence. He was sweet, fun, and energetic,” said Keerthy Suresh.

Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor is set to make her debut in South Indian cinema with the highly anticipated film Devara: Part 1, co-starring Jr Ntr. The film has already generated considerable buzz, and the recent release of its second single, “Dheere-Dheere,” has only heightened the excitement.

The second song, “Dheere-Dheere,” showcases Janhvi and Jr Ntr in romantic poses against picturesque natural backdrops. The visuals depict the pair lost in love, combining both running scenes and still photos to create a romantic ambiance. The song features music by Anirudh Ravichander, lyrics by Kausar Munir, and vocals by Shilpa Rao. Renowned choreographer Bosco Martis, known for his work in “Bang Bang” and “Tauba Tauba,” has choreographed the song.

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Fans have reacted positively to the new release, expressing their admiration for the song and the on-screen chemistry between Janhvi and Jr Ntr.

Malayalee From India On Ott ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Malayalee From India was one of the much-awaited releases of 2024. The comedy drama was released in theatres on May 1, 2024. It received mixed reviews from the critics and, unfortunately, didn’t work well at the box office either. However, the film features one of the most loved actors, Nivin Pauly.

After two months of its theatrical release, the film will soon be streaming on a streaming platform. If you are one of those who are excited to watch the movie, keep reading this space.

Malayalee From India Cast and Crew

The film stars Nivin Pauly as Aalparambil Gopi, Dhyan Sreenivasan as Malghosh Kp, Anaswara Rajan as Krishna, Deepak Jethi as Jalal Bin Omar Al Rashid, Salim Kumar as Hamsakka, Manju Pillai as Suma, Shine Tom Chacko as Sajin Baju, Dijo Jose Antony as Shyju and Aju Varghese as Muafaq. Directed by Dijo, the...

Devara First Song(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Jr Ntr’s Devara: Part 1 is one of the biggest Tollywood releases of 2024. The posters and promo received a great response in the past. Directed by Koratala Siva, the action thriller also stars Janhvi Kapoor in the lead role. It will mark Janhvi’s debut in the South Indian film industry.

There’s a lot of excitement amongst the audience to watch Devara, just like Pushpa 2 and Kalki 2898 Ad. However, the makers of Jr Ntr’s film have successfully managed to keep plot details under wraps. All we know is it will feature a massive fight sequence by the sea, where people attack each other with swords. Ntr even says in the promo that the sea has witnessed more blood and swords than fish. Well, there’s finally a new update on the film—a song!

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Mollywood Showdown: Nivin Pauly’s Malayalee From India Edges Out Tovino Thomas’ Nadikar At The Box Office. (Photo Credit – IMDb)

The battle for box office supremacy between Nivin Pauly’s Malayalee From India and Tovino Thomas’ Nadikar is going strong, with Malayalee From India emerging victorious. Let’s delve into the numbers and analyze the box office performance of both films.

Malayalee From India had a strong opening day, raking in 2.9 crore. However, the following weekdays saw a significant drop. The film collected 1.3 crore on the second day, reflecting a steep decline of 55.17%. This downward trend continued, with Malayalee From India managing 0.9 crore and 1.1 crore on the third and fourth days, respectively. The weekend offered a slight respite, with the film collecting 1.3 crore on Sunday. Weekdays proved challenging again, with collections dropping to an estimated 0.52 crore and 0.46 crore on Monday and Tuesday, respectively. The film’s total 7-day collection stands at 8.48 crore.

Malayalee From India Box Office Collections Day 2: Thursday Drop Raises Concerns About Nivin Pauly’s Film Performance ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

This week’s Malayalam release – Malayalee From India opened its doors to audiences on Wednesday, generating initial buzz. However, its performance on the second day has cast a shadow of uncertainty on its box office prospects. Scroll down to know Malayalee From India’s box office collections on Day 2.

Directed by Dijo Jose Antony Malayalee From India stars Nivin Pauly, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Anaswara Rajan, and Shine Tom Chacko in key roles. The film opened its innings at the box office with a decent collection of 2.90 crore on Wednesday. However, its performance on the second day has thrown up some worrying signs. Early estimates suggest a significant drop of over 50% on Thursday, bringing in just 1.35 crore.

This, coupled with a concerningly low Malayalam occupancy rate of just 26% on the second day,...

Jr Ntr’s Devara Earns A Big Amount By Selling Theatrical Rights?(Photo Credit –Facebook)

This year, we are going to see some really big pan-India films, one of which is Devara. The film features Jr Ntr, Janhvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan in key roles. While there’s still a lot of time in the release, the film is already making all the noise due to its pre-release deals. Now, the latest we learned about the biggie is about the theatrical rights deal. Keep reading to know more!

For those who don’t know, the film will be made in two parts, the first of which is titled Devara: Part 1. Initially, it was planned for a summer 2024 release, but as per the recent official update, it is now scheduled to arrive in theatres on 10 October 2024, thus aiming to enjoy the benefit of the Dussehra holidays.

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Studiocanal’s The Copyrights Group Bolsters Exec Team

Studiocanal subsidiary The Copyrights Group, which handles merchandising and licensing business for parent company IPs such as Paddington, has appointed Sissel Henno to the new position of Head of Global Sales – Licensing and Retail. Henno will lead commercial strategy on licensing and merchandising programs in the UK and Emea, through to a global scale, and oversee retail operations, including the Paddington store at Paddington Station in London. She previously worked with licensors such as The Walt Disney Company and Sega. In other staffing news, Paris-based Benoît Jaubert, former Head of Digital Sales at Studiocanal, has been appointed VP Sales. Reporting to Henno, he will sell licensing and merchandising rights in France and oversee Copyrights’ agents in Europe, Middle East, Australia and New Zealand. Along with long-term Copyrights executives Polly Emery (SVP Brand & International Sales) and Rachel Clarke (SVP UK – Licensing & Retail in...

Although not many women have turned director in the Malayalam film industry, on Saturday, Aarti Gayatri Devi became one with the launch of her film here, which she has also written. The film titled ‘Teri Meri’ tells the tale of two tourist guides played by upcoming stars Sreenath Bhasi and Shine Tom Chacko.

Shooting for the film began at popular tourist destination, Varkala, in the capital city’s suburbs. Other locations for the film will include Kovalam and Kanyakumari.

The film is produced by S K Amjith and Sameer under the banner Texas Film Factory.

Telegu actress Sriranga Sudha is the heroine, and the film also has a few new faces making their debut.

The music for the film is done by Kailas Menon, Bipin Balakrishnan is on camera, editing is by M S Ayyapan, while art direction is done by Sabu Ram.

What To Watch In February 2024: 22 Films, 9 Web-Shows! (Picture Credit: IMDb/Instagram)

All you cinephiles, listen carefully because ‘What to Watch in February 2024’ has arrived with varied structures of films and shows at your disposal. From Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon‘s AI-Sci-fi love story in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya to Mammootty‘s spine-chilling horror flick in Bramayugam, there’s at least one movie for everyone of you in this month (there are 22 of them).

Even as far as the web shows are concerned, out of the nine assorted ones, you’ll get Childish Gambino attempting to thrill you in the spy-comedy Mr. & Mrs. Smith; you’ll have Sushmita Sen finishing things off with Aarya Antim War (season 3).

You’ll also see Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko’s vision getting a live-action treatment in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender. Let’s check out the list of...

As 2024 unfolds, many good films in regional cinema are waiting to satiate the taste buds of the audience. Featuring superstars Mammootty, Mohanlal and Gippy Grewal, these films promise to bring a new style of storytelling.

These include ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ starring Malayalam superstar Mohanlal in the title role. The film has been helmed by acclaimed director Lijo Jose Pellissery, and marks the first collaboration between Mohanlal and Lijo. The film is scheduled for release on January 25, 2024.

Then there is the Punjabi film ‘Warning 2’ starring Punjabi superstar Gippy Grewal. It revolves around a series of crimes and counter-attacks. Directed by Amar Hundal, the film serves as a sequel to the 2021 film ‘Warning’, and will release on February 2.

‘Anweshippin Kandethum’ stars Tovino Thomas as a cop. The film has been shot in the picturesque locales of Kerala, and also stars Siddique, Indrans, Jaffer Idukki, Harisree Ashokan, and Alencier. This suspenseful thriller also marks...

India’s Yoodlee Films has unveiled a star-studded 2024 release slate across languages.

Malayalam-language cinema superstar Mammootty, who had a phenomenal 2023 with critical and commercial hits “Kannur Squad” and “Kaathal – The Core,” headlines “Bazooka.” Directed by debutant Deeno Dennis, the film is a game thriller, a category not often explored in Indian cinema. The cast also includes actor-directors Gautham Vasudev Menon and V.K. Prakash, Siddharth Bharathan and Shine Tom Chacko. The Malayalam-language film is scheduled for release in early 2024.

Mohanlal, Malayalam-language cinema’s other superstar, leads action-drama-fantasy “Malaikottai Vaaliban.” Written by P.S. Rafeeque, the film is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery, whose credits include “Jallikattu,” “Amen,” “Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam” and “Churuli.” The Malayalam-language film is due to release on Thursday, Jan. 25, ahead of the Jan. 26 Republic Day holiday, ensuring a long box office weekend.

Punjabi-language cinema superstar Gippy Grewal headlines “Warning 2,” the second part of what is planned as an action franchise,...

Jigarthanda Double X Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Raghava Lawrence, S. J. Suryah, Nimisha Sajayan, Nimisha Sajayan, Naveen Chandra, Sathyan, Shine Tom Chacko

Director: Karthik Subbaraj

Writer: Karthik Subbaraj

Review of Jigarthanda Double X: A Blaze of Political Drama and Fiery Performances(Photo Credit –IMDb)

What’s Good: The film is an authentic ‘Pandya Western’ with aesthetics, an engaging protagonist’s journey, and an enigmatic narrative core. Suryah and Lawrence deliver spectacular performances, navigating moral quandaries and evoking empathy. Karthik’s trademark layers assure sustained engagement, with nods to Tamil cinema adding an enigmatic touch.

What’s Bad: The initial 30 minutes exhibit storytelling impatience. Specific sequences, like unnecessary melodrama, disrupt the flow. CGI, especially in rendering elephants, lacks an organic feel. The second half’s abundance of messages can be overwhelming, and some scenes, like the tribal wedding, seem disconnected.

Loo Break: There is a film recording scene at the 49-minute mark.

After the success of Thallumaala, director Khalid Rahman is gearing up for his next project, which will feature Naslen and Lukman in the lead roles. The film, which is yet to be titled, is produced by Vishnu Venu, who has backed films like Kappela and Elaveezha Poonchira.

According to sources, the film will be an action-packed entertainer on the lines of Thallumaala, which was a blockbuster hit in 2022. The film starred Tovino Thomas, Kalyani Priyadarshan and Shine Tom Chacko in the lead roles and was praised for its thrilling plot, engaging narration and stunning action sequences.

Lukman, who were part of Thallumaala, have been roped in to play the main protagonists in the film. Naslen, who made his debut with Thanneer Mathan Dhinangal, has two more films in his kitty – I Am Kathalan, directed by Girish Ad, and a rom-com produced by Bhavana Studios. Lukman, who rose to fame with Kumbalangi Nights,...

Chennai, Nov 7 (Ians) Superstar Raghava Lawrence’s upcoming film ‘Jigarthanda Double X’ recently released its behind-the-scenes (BTS) clip which focuses on its crew and their technical feats. As such, the BTS clip shows small-scale real life explosions, intricate wire work, and a very detailed set design.

After his most recent film ‘Chandramukhi 2’, Raghava went to the set, things began heating up as the whole crew was brimming with excitement. Constructing things from scratch, much of the film was in fact not shot in a studio, but rather in open air where the crew made a whole small scale urban town.

This included building the houses, their interiors, shops and more. Ironically, all of this was made to be blown up later making the whole effort only more commendable. Apart from set construction, it also focuses a lot on the camerawork, specifically the use of angles and lenses to be...

Chennai, Nov 7 (Ians) Superstar Raghava Lawrence’s upcoming film ‘Jigarthanda Double X’ recently released its behind-the-scenes (BTS) clip which focuses on its crew and their technical feats. As such, the BTS clip shows small-scale real life explosions, intricate wire work, and a very detailed set design.

After his most recent film ‘Chandramukhi 2’, Raghava went to the set, things began heating up as the whole crew was brimming with excitement. Constructing things from scratch, much of the film was in fact not shot in a studio, but rather in open air where the crew made a whole small scale urban town.

This included building the houses, their interiors, shops and more. Ironically, all of this was made to be blown up later making the whole effort only more commendable. Apart from set construction, it also focuses a lot on the camerawork, specifically the use of angles and lenses to be...

Nadikar Thilakam, which means ‘star of stars’ in Malayalam, is an upcoming comedy entertainer starring Tovino Thomas and Soubin Shahir in the lead roles. The film is directed by Lal Jr, who has previously helmed films like Driving Licence and Honey Bee. The film is said to be the biggest film in Tovino’s career in terms of money spent, as it has a lavish budget and a grand scale of production.

The film revolves around the life of David Padikkal, a superstar played by Tovino, who faces various challenges and obstacles in his professional and personal life. Soubin Shahir plays his friend and confidant Bala, who helps him overcome his troubles. The film also features a stellar ensemble cast of Veena Nandakumar, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Anoop Menon, Shine Tom Chacko, Sreenath Bhasi, Lal and Madhupal in important roles.

The film’s shooting began on July 11, 2023 and is nearing completion. The...

Actor Soubin Shahir is an established name in Malayalam film industry. Having turned 40, actor Tovino Thomas who will be starring with Soubin in the film ‘Nadikar Thilakam’ wished him on his special day.

Taking to his social media handles, the acclaimed ‘2018’ actor shared a poster which showed the two in their film avatars and wrote: “Wishing a very happy birthday to the exceptionally talented Soubin Shahir, our ‘Nadikar Thilakam’ star! May your day be as remarkable as your performances. Here’s to more magic alongside Tovino Thomas and the entire team!”

Having acted in various Malayalam blockbusters such as ‘Solo’, ‘Prenam’, and ‘Joseph’, Soubin will be now seen co-starring with Tovino in their next venture ‘Nadikar Thilakam’, a comedy-drama film directed by Jean Paul Lal.

The film has an elaborate storyline which revolves around the life ofa fictional film star named David Padikkal, who will be portrayed by Tovino Thomas.

Actor Soubin Shahir is an established name in Malayalam film industry. Having turned 40, actor Tovino Thomas who will be starring with Soubin in the film ‘Nadikar Thilakam’ wished him on his special day.

Taking to his social media handles, the acclaimed ‘2018’ actor shared a poster which showed the two in their film avatars and wrote: “Wishing a very happy birthday to the exceptionally talented Soubin Shahir, our ‘Nadikar Thilakam’ star! May your day be as remarkable as your performances. Here’s to more magic alongside Tovino Thomas and the entire team!”

Having acted in various Malayalam blockbusters such as ‘Solo’, ‘Prenam’, and ‘Joseph’, Soubin will be now seen co-starring with Tovino in their next venture ‘Nadikar Thilakam’, a comedy-drama film directed by Jean Paul Lal.

The film has an elaborate storyline which revolves around the life ofa fictional film star named David Padikkal, who will be portrayed by Tovino Thomas.

Mumbai, Oct 5 (Ians) Superstar Ntr Jr will be working with filmmaker Prashanth Neel, who has delivered blockbusters like ‘Kgf’, ‘KGF2’ and gearing up for the release of ‘Salaar’.

Ntr Jr is currently busy with ‘Devara’ and the shoot is progressing at a quick pace.

Ntr and Prashanth will start rolling for their film in April 2024.

This film will be produced by production houses Mythri Movie Makers and Ntr Arts and the team plans on mounting the film on an unparalleled scale.

Prashanth, who is also writing the script of the film, is said to be putting together an action thriller and that comes as no surprise, given his penchant for ‘high-octane’ spectacles.

Ntr Jr, who has now become a global star due to the immense international success of ‘Rrr’, is now all set to star in his upcoming action-drama film ‘Devara’.

Due to the movie’s immense canvas and grandeur,...

Mumbai, Oct 5 (Ians) Superstar Ntr Jr will be working with filmmaker Prashanth Neel, who has delivered blockbusters like ‘Kgf’, ‘KGF2’ and gearing up for the release of ‘Salaar’.

Ntr Jr is currently busy with ‘Devara’ and the shoot is progressing at a quick pace.

Ntr and Prashanth will start rolling for their film in April 2024.

This film will be produced by production houses Mythri Movie Makers and Ntr Arts and the team plans on mounting the film on an unparalleled scale.

Prashanth, who is also writing the script of the film, is said to be putting together an action thriller and that comes as no surprise, given his penchant for ‘high-octane’ spectacles.

Ntr Jr, who has now become a global star due to the immense international success of ‘Rrr’, is now all set to star in his upcoming action-drama film ‘Devara’.

Due to the movie’s immense canvas and grandeur,...

Actor Ntr Jr, who has now become a global star due to the immense international success of ‘Rrr’, is now all set to star in his upcoming action-drama film ‘Devara’. Due to the movie’s immense canvas and grandeur, director Koratala Siva revealed that the film will be a two-part release in order to do justice to its meticulously detailed storytelling.

Taking to social media, Koratala said in a video where he mixed Telugu and English: “The film is set against the forgotten lands of coastal India and the canvas is too big. As we started shooting the film, the canvas revealed itself and started getting bigger and bigger. Every character in the film has its own weight and they need to be explored and established in depth and in detail, which we can’t justify in one part.”

Concluding his message, he said: “So, we took the decision to...

Actor Ntr Jr, who has now become a global star due to the immense international success of ‘Rrr’, is now all set to star in his upcoming action-drama film ‘Devara’. Due to the movie’s immense canvas and grandeur, director Koratala Siva revealed that the film will be a two-part release in order to do justice to its meticulously detailed storytelling.

Taking to social media, Koratala said in a video where he mixed Telugu and English: “The film is set against the forgotten lands of coastal India and the canvas is too big. As we started shooting the film, the canvas revealed itself and started getting bigger and bigger. Every character in the film has its own weight and they need to be explored and established in depth and in detail, which we can’t justify in one part.”

Concluding his message, he said: “So, we took the decision to...

Kannur Squad, directed by Roby Varghese Raj, is a Malayalam film that follows a team of Kerala Police officers who travel to North India to catch a gang of robbers. The film showcases the challenges and risks faced by the cops in an unfamiliar terrain, as well as the political and social issues that complicate their mission. The film features Mammootty in the lead role of Asi George Martin, along with Kishore Kumar, Vijayaraghavan, Rony David and Sunny Wayne in supporting roles. The film is based on a real-life incident that happened in 2014.

Kannur Squad Trailer

If you enjoyed watching Kannur Squad, here are five other Malayalam movies that explore the genre of cop drama with realistic and thrilling narratives and ranked based on how similar to the Kannur Squad :

5. Action Hero Biju

Directed by Abrid Shine, this film stars Nivin Pauly as Si Biju Paulose, a cool and...

As we reported earlier, The much-awaited film by director Amal Neerad and actor Kunchacko Boban has finally started shooting yesterday. The film, which is yet to be titled, is said to be a thriller with a strong emotional core. The film also marks the first collaboration between the two, who are known for their distinctive styles and genres.

According to sources, this will be an high voltage action film with suspense elements. Kunchako is one of the best actors in the industry and this is the first time Amal Neerad joining hands with Kunchako Boban, which should be pointed because Amal already worked with multiple actors from Industry which will go on from Mohanlal, Mammootty, Prithviraj, Fahadh Faasil, Dulquer Salman, Asif Ali, Jayasurya, Shine Tom Chacko. There are rumours that Tovino will also be part of the project. We have to wait to see the update.

The film’s cinematographer is Anand C Chandra,...