News

Sai Pallavi’s top Ott movies to watch ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Sai Pallavi is one of the most talented and natural actresses in the South Indian movie industry. She is known for her natural beauty and graceful performances. Starting her acting career with Premam in 2015, she has delivered several notable films. Here are seven of her best movies to watch on Ott platforms.

1. Premam (2015)

Available on: Disney+ Hotstar

Premam is a romantic comedy-drama that marks Sai Pallavi’s debut. The story revolves around George, a young man who experiences heartbreak but later meets Malar (Sai Pallavi), a college lecturer. Meeting her changes his life, and the film portrays his emotional journey.

4 years ago, this day, Premam released alongside a Suriya sir's film. Today, I await the release of Ngk.

Overwhelmed and grateful...

Not Samantha Or Nayanthara, This Actress Holds The Record For Most Filmfare Awards! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

South Indian cinema boasts a dazzling array of actresses who consistently captivate audiences. Names like Nayanthara, Trisha, and Samantha often grab the spotlight, but there’s another talented performer quietly accumulating accolades. Let’s delve into the career of South India’s most celebrated actress with Filmfare Awards—Sai Pallavi.

Pallavi made a splash with her debut in the 2015 Malayalam film Premam, a coming-of-age romance directed by Alphonse Puthren. The film’s success propelled her to fame, grossing over 74.5 crore on a budget of 4 crore. Since then, Sai Pallavi has established herself as a force to be reckoned with, known for her natural beauty and captivating acting skills. Her talent has been recognized through numerous awards, including six Filmfare Awards South and two South Indian International Movie Awards. Notably, she was also featured in Forbes magazine’s 2020 “30 Under 30” list.

The South Indian International Movie Awards (Siima) have concluded, and films ‘Rrr’, ‘Sita Ramam’, ‘777 Charlie’, ‘Kantara’ and ‘Kgf: Chapter 2’ stole the thunder. The award shows ran from September 15-16 in Dubai, with the first night announcing winners in the Telugu and Kannada categories and the second for Tamil and Malayalam. For the unversed, Siima stands to honour the artistry of South Indian cinema in all the four languages: Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada, as well as provide a platform for South Indian cinemas to get more international reception.

South cinema began making some headway into the international markets such as Japan, South Korea, China, Russia, Indonesia and Turkey, primarily due to the charm of superstar Rajinikanth as early as the ‘90s.

Though it only made some major inroads in 2015, with director S.S. Rajamouli’s Telugu epic franchise, ‘Baahubali’, and then exploded with ‘Rrr’ in 2022, giving it full attention in the West.

The South Indian International Movie Awards (Siima) have concluded, and films ‘Rrr’, ‘Sita Ramam’, ‘777 Charlie’, ‘Kantara’ and ‘Kgf: Chapter 2’ stole the thunder. The award shows ran from September 15-16 in Dubai, with the first night announcing winners in the Telugu and Kannada categories and the second for Tamil and Malayalam. For the unversed, Siima stands to honour the artistry of South Indian cinema in all the four languages: Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada, as well as provide a platform for South Indian cinemas to get more international reception.

South cinema began making some headway into the international markets such as Japan, South Korea, China, Russia, Indonesia and Turkey, primarily due to the charm of superstar Rajinikanth as early as the ‘90s.

Though it only made some major inroads in 2015, with director S.S. Rajamouli’s Telugu epic franchise, ‘Baahubali’, and then exploded with ‘Rrr’ in 2022, giving it full attention in the West.

ControversyThe notice was issued following a complaint filed by a Bajrang Dal activist who alleged that she compared cow protectors to Kashmiri terrorists during an interview last month. Tnm StaffThe Telangana High Court on Thursday, July 7, dismissed a petition filed by actor Sai Pallavi seeking to set aside a notice issued by Hyderabad police, over her recent comments on The Kashmir Files which erupted into a controversy. The actor wanted the notice to be set aside by declaring it as illegal, unjust, and in violation of applicable laws. In her petition, Sai Pallavi contended that the notice was issued on the basis of a “malicious” petition that did not specify why the petitioner’s sentiments were offended, or what the complaint was about, the New Indian Express reported. The notice was issued by the Sultanbazar police in Hyderabad following a complaint filed by a Bajrang Dal activist, who alleged that...

Film CommentaryMany stories from the period of insurgency have been swept away in the chaos. 'Virata Parvam' is one story, among the many, that was remembered.Charan Teja *Not a review, but spoilers ahead "February, 1992. One woman was killed on suspicion of being a police informer by Naxals in Telangana. The grievous event made me contemplate and was finally chiselled into Virata Parvam," we hear the voice of Venu Udugula, director Virata Parvam, as the final credits roll, dedicating the movie to Thumu Sarala. For nearly a decade and a half – through the 1990’s till mid-2000 – the resurgence of Naxalite-Maoist insurgency reverberated in the form of gunshots and blasts across the state of Telangana. Many lives were caught in the crossfire between the State and the Left Wing insurgents. Few stories are remembered and many have been swept away in the chaos. Virata Parvam is one such story,...

TollywoodThe film hit the big screens on June 17 this year.Tnm StaffTwitter / Rana DaggubatiActors Sai Pallavi and Rana Daggubati’s recently released film Virata Parvam is gearing up for its Ott release. The film will stream on Netflix from July 1. Sharing the announcement with fans, Netflix India South tweeted on Wednesday, June 29, “A relentless quest for love and freedom! Get ready to experience the world of Virata Parvam, coming to Netflix on 1st of July in Telugu, Malayalam and Tamil! #VirataParvamOnNetflix.” The film hit the big screens on June 17 this year. Inspired by true events of the 1990s in the Telangana region, Rana essays the role of Comrade Ravanna who is known by his pen name Aranya. Sai Pallavi essayed the role of Vennela, an admirer of Comrade Ravanna’s works. The film is set in the backdrop of the Naxalite movement in Telangana region. D Suresh Babu presented the film,...

EntertainmentOn the work front, Sai Pallavi will be next seen in ‘Love Story’, ‘Virata Parvam’ and ‘Shyam Singha Roy’.Tnm StaffSai Pallavi/ InstagramActor Sai Pallavi took to Instagram on Monday, August 2 to post photos with her grandparents on the occasion of her grandfather’s 85th birthday. Clad in a dark blue traditional saree, the actor looks elegant and festive in the pics, posing with her sister, grandmother and grandfather. Sharing the pictures, Sai Pallavi wrote: “Roots!!! #Thatha’s 85th (sic).” Actors Raashi Khanna and Sanya Malhotra commented on the post appreciating Sai Pallavi. On the professional front, Sai Pallavi has a number of releases in the pipeline. The theatrical release of a couple of her upcoming films, including Love Story and Virata Parvam, were postponed in view of the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic. Helmed by Venu Udugala, period drama Virata Parvam stars her and Rana Daggubati in the lead roles.

TollywoodThe yet to be titled film is a remake of the Malayalam film 'Ayyappanum Koshiyum'.Tnm StaffScreenshotPawan Kalyan and Rana Daggubati’s upcoming film is all set to hit the silver screens and join the Sankranthi release league, as the makers have officially announced the release date as January 12, 2022. The multistarrer project, which is yet to be titled, is being directed by Saagar K Chandra and produced by Naga Vamsi under the Sithara Entertainments banner. Meanwhile, ace director Trivikram Srinivas has penned screenplay and dialogues of the film. The movie team has also announced that the musical promotions are also set to begin soon with the release of a first single from the movie. The music for the movie is being composed by SS Thaman. “Gear up for the Biggest Battle of Self-Esteem, #ProductionNo12 in theatres 12 Jan 2022. Be ready to experience the First Single veryy soonnn,” tweeted Sithara Entertainments. An...

Entertainment Two Telugu films, ‘Thimmarusu’ and ‘Ishq - Not a Love Story’, are set to release on July 30. Tnm StaffTwitter/ActorSatyaDevSeveral movie theatres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are set to reopen for the first time in months on Friday, July 30, as two new Telugu films are set to have theatrical releases. Thimmarusu, starring Satyadev and Priyanka Jawalkar, and Ishq - Not a Love Story, starring Teja Sajja and Priya Prakash Varrier, are among the first significant Telugu movies to release in theatres since the onset of the second wave of Covid-19. While the Telangana and Andhra Pradesh governments had allowed theatres to open a few weeks ago as part of curfew relaxations, film exhibitors had postponed reopening, seeking various relaxations from the state government to enhance revenue, and also awaiting the release of new films. Theatres are opening up with 50% occupancy in Andhra Pradesh, and 100% occupancy in Telangana. With...

TollywoodThe SS Rajamouli directorial, which stars Ram Charan, Jr Ntr, Olivia Morris, Alia Bhatt and Ajay Devgn in significant roles, is currently in the last leg of its shooting.Tnm StaffFile PhotoThe makers of Rrr (Roudram Ranam Rudhiram), SS Rajamouli’s much-awaited multilingual and multi-starrer project, have announced that they will release a glimpse into the making of the movie on July 15 at 11 am. The movie, which stars Ram Charan, Jr Ntr, Olivia Morris, Alia Bhatt and Ajay Devgn in significant roles, is currently in the last leg of its shooting. Titled Roar of Rrr, the making video will take the audience into the world of Rrr and show how this magnum opus project has been made. After the makers made the announcement about the video on the Rrr Twitter handle, hashtags about the movie started trending on Twitter. The movie is helmed by SS Rajamouli, who is known for...

KollywoodNivetha posted an Instagram story about the packed food she had received, and also uploaded Swiggy's response.Tnm StaffActor Nivetha Pethuraj on June 24 shared an Instagram story about finding a cockroach in the food that she had ordered from Moonlight Takeaway, a restaurant in Chennai. Tagging Swiggy, the delivery partner with whom she had ordered the food, Nivetha requested for stricter protocols when it came to ensuring hygiene in food. “I have no idea what standards Swiggy India and the restaurants now a days are maintaining. I found cockroach twice lately in my food (sic),” she wrote in a post. Sharing a photograph of the cockroach inside a packed food box, Nivetha added, “It’s very vital to inspect these restaurants on a regular basis and fine them heavily if not upto standards (sic).” The actor, whose last Tamil film was Sangathamizhan with Vijay Sethupathi, also shared screenshots of messages...

TollywoodThe film, directed by Maruthi, has Raashi Khanna playing the female lead.Tnm StaffCourtesy..TwitterAhead of Tollywood actor Gopichand’s birthday on June 12, the team of his upcoming movie Pakka Commercial released a special poster featuring the actor in a classy look. The commercial entertainer is being helmed by director Maruthi, who is known for his previous hit Mahanubhavudu among others. In the first look poster, Gopichand sports a dancing pose and appears in formal attire, with a tucked white shirt and brown pants and black shades. Releasing the poster, director Maruthi tweeted, “Wishing Maa Macho Hero @YoursGopichand a wonderful birthday in advance. Presenting him in a new way of course in a #PakkaCommercial way. Happy to work with you. Long way to go. Happy Birthday GopiChand.” The commercial entertainer is being bankrolled jointly by Geeta Arts and Uv Creations. The movie has Raashi Khanna acting as the female lead.

CoronavirusThe drive, which will go on for a month starting Thursday, is open to everyone above 45.Tnm StaffScreenshot/Twitter/ChiranjeeviSenior Tollywood actor Chiranjeevi has announced a free vaccination drive on behalf of Corona Crisis Charity (Ccc) for all cine artists and journalists covering the Telugu film industry starting Thursday, April 22. The drive, organised in association with Apollo Hospitals, will be open to all above 45. Ccc was started last year by Chiranjeevi along with other Tollywood celebrities to help the workers in the Telugu film industry after they were badly hit by the lockdown. In order to be eligible for the vaccination drive, artists and reporters should get themselves registered through their respective unions or associations. Following this, a schedule would be prepared and the beneficiaries will be vaccinated accordingly. The drive, which will go on for a month, is applicable to spouses who are above 45 as well. Making the announcement on social media,...

FilmChiranjeevi said that the possibility of implementing a flexible ticket rate in the state was also discussed among other issues.Tnm StaffRepresentatives of Tollywood met Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Ys Jagan Mohan Reddy at his camp office in Amaravati on Tuesday, to discuss the affairs of the Telugu film industry in the state, given the coronavirus pandemic. Actors Chiranjeevi and Nagarjuna, director Rajamouli, producers Daggubati Suresh, C Kalyan, Dil Raju and Prasad V Potluri were among those who attended the meeting with Jagan. The representatives met with Jagan a day after the K Chandrasekhar Rao government in Telangana said that shooting for film and television in the state could resume with immediate effect, with Covid-19 guidelines in place. Speaking to reporters after meeting the Andhra Cm, Chiranjeevi said, "During the lockdown, shootings have stopped. Telangana has allowed us to resume shootings for TV serials and films. We made the same request here.

Entertainment However, theatres will continue to remain shut.Rajeswari ParasaFile Photo Shooting for film and television in Telangana can resume with immediate effect, as Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao has given the green signal with certain Covid-19 guidelines in place. On Monday, the Cm said that the shooting can be held in the state with limited staff and by following guidelines issued by the government from time to time. Post production work will also be permitted from now, on the same lines. However, the permission is limited only to shooting and not to the theatres reopening. The state government refused to give permission to film theatres to open for the public as the Central guidelines don't allow this.  The permission was given to the entertainment industries after several prominent film personalities, including senior actors Chiranjeevi and Nagarjuna, director Rajamouli, various producers and others met the Cm recently at Pragathi Bhavan...