Veteran actor Mohan Babu recently surprised audiences with his intense antagonist appearance in Nani’s The Paradise. Continuing his powerful negative streak, he is now set to play a commanding villain in director Ajay Bhupathi’s upcoming film Srinivasa Mangapuram, starring Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni and Rasha Thadani in lead roles.
After unveiling the first looks of the protagonists earlier, the makers have now revealed Mohan Babu’s striking first look as Venkatappayya Naidu. The poster exudes dominance and authority, showcasing him striding forward with piercing eyes that reflect unwavering control. His grey hair, thick moustache, and simple white kurta–dhoti immediately establish him as a formidable village patriarch.
The detailing further enhances his mass appeal — gold chains, a retro wristwatch, bracelet, and even a leg anklet add a vintage flavour without diminishing his intimidating presence. A group of rugged men follow him, some carrying country rifles, reinforcing the image of a leader whose word commands absolute obedience.
Presented by Ashwini Dutt and produced by P Kiran under the banner of Chandamama Kathalu, the film features music by GV Prakash Kumar, while Jayakrishna handles the cinematography.
With three impactful first looks already unveiled, Srinivasa Mangapuram has successfully generated strong curiosity and buzz, setting high expectations for what promises to be an intense rural drama.
Alia Bhatt Reacts to BAFTA Viral Moment
Alia Bhatt has finally responded to the online chatter surrounding her appearance at the 79th British Academy Film Awards. The actress, who attended the prestigious ceremony as a presenter, found herself at the center of social media debate following a short interview clip that went viral.
Alia took the global stage at the BAFTAs to present the award for Best Film Not in the English Language. While her presence drew widespread attention, it was a brief post-ceremony interaction that sparked mixed reactions online. In the clip, she was asked to name a film with the biggest plot twist. After pausing momentarily, she responded with Gone Girl. Her hesitation and expressions were quickly dissected on social media, with some viewers finding the moment natural while others speculated unnecessarily about her body language.
Addressing the buzz in a conversation with fashion commentator Diet Sabya, Alia questioned why the moment was being blown out of proportion. “Why is it being talked about so much? Is it because of my expression?” she asked.
Explaining what was going through her mind at that time, Alia clarified that she genuinely considers Gone Girl one of the best twist films but hasn’t watched it in years. As the interviewer referenced a specific monologue and scene, she said she was mentally revisiting the film’s details to ensure she remembered it correctly. That brief mental rewind, she implied, may have been misinterpreted as hesitation.
In her trademark candid style, Alia added humor to the situation, saying, “I am a cool girl. I am a sweet girl. But I could be… total… I mean I can be like… I am more sweet than I am cool. Actually, I don’t think I am cool. I am an uncool girl — my sister would say that.”
On the professional front, Alia is gearing up for her upcoming projects, including Alpha, a female-led spy thriller from the YRF Spy Universe directed by Shiv Rawail. The film also stars Bobby Deol and Sharvari Wagh, and is slated for release next year.
Despite the online noise, Alia’s composed and light-hearted clarification once again showcased her ability to handle social media scrutiny with grace.