Prabhas’ action saga ‘Salaar: Ceasefire 1’ was released on 22nd December to packed crowds and got a positive response from the audience. The collections are phenomenal as it minted 402 crores in three days. It is setting records and fans are happy to see their hero get his groove back. They are eagerly waiting for the second part which is yet to start rolling.

While people are enjoying the success, there are a few who constantly keep comparing ‘Salaar’ to Neel’s first film ‘Ugramm’. They claim that he copied his own film and made it on a larger scale this time. While the similarities are undeniable, one have to understand that Prasanth Neel himself claimed that he wanted to tell the same story on a grand scale this time as ‘Ugramm’ did not do well commercially. So, it is not a copy as many suggest.

The basic backdrop is entirely different but the similarity can be seen in the plotline where two friends who can do anything for each other and the hero living in exile in an unknown village while the heroine arrives from a foreign and immediately faces a death threat. While ‘Ugramm’ is about the underworld, Prasanth Neel has let his imagination go wild and created a fictional area named ‘Khansaar’. The history of this city and the tribes fighting for power gave a new dimension to this film.

It looks like Prasanth Neel decided to take the basic storyline of ‘Ugramm’ and a few scenes from it and set in on a grand scale along with setting it in a fictional city named Khansaar. This made for a dramatic visual spectacle and fans are loving this film. Let us see what he offers in the second part.

In December, Orry seems to be having a blast, especially at Bollywood parties where he’s been spotted enjoying himself.

One recent party featured Orry mingling with Khushi Kapoor and Sara Ali Khan and a few more celebrities, but it was Khushi Kapoor who truly caught everyone’s attention.

Clad in a stunning pink saree, she stole the spotlight effortlessly. Her saree boasted a thin, glimmering gold border, and she paired it with a sleeveless blouse intricately adorned with heavy work, exuding an aura of elegance.

Khushi opted for a pink lipstick that perfectly complemented her ensemble, while her hair cascading freely added a touch of grace to her makeup.

Orry himself was seen socializing with other celebrities who were dressed in sarees and kurta sets, blending into the festive spirit of the occasion.

This Bollywood extravaganza highlighted not only the glitz and glamour but also the fashionable choices of these stars, with Khushi Kapoor’s radiant appearance stealing the limelight and setting the tone for an unforgettable evening of style and celebration.

The year 2023 witnessed an array of stellar performances by some of Tollywood’s finest actresses and here is the list.

Keerthy Suresh in “Dasara”

Keerthy Suresh garnered widespread acclaim for her outstanding performance as the lead actress in “Dasara.” Directed by debutant Srikanth Odela, the film is set in a village nestled within the Singareni Coal Mines in the Peddapalli district of Telangana. “Dasara” has been released not only in Telugu but also in Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. After a string of eight to nine flops and average hits, the actress struck gold by portraying a substantial role in “Dussehra.”

Samyuktha Menon in “Virupaksha”

Samyuktha Menon stole the spotlight in “Virupaksha.” Her character was pivotal in transforming the entire movie into a gripping thriller. She captivated audiences, particularly with her performance in the climax.

Vaishnavi Chaitanya in “Baby”

This article would be incomplete without acknowledging Vaishnavi Chaitanya. She was the heart and soul of the movie “Baby.” Her portrayal of such a bold character earned her immense name and fame.

Mrunal Thakur in “Hi Nanna”

The actress who enchanted audiences with “Sita Ramam” returned this year with another memorable role in “Hi Nanna.” Viewers applauded Mrunal Thakur in this Nani-starrer, with some even suggesting that the movie could have been titled “Hi Amma,” signifying that the heroine’s character was more significant than the hero’s.

‘Guntur Karam’ is definitely the biggest release during the Sankranti season. Being a superstar Mahesh Babu film, this action entertainer is arriving with a lot of expectations and fans are expecting it to create records at the Telugu box office. As we know, this movie marks the return of ‘Athadu’ and ‘Khaleja’ combo. Trivikram Srinivas is the writer and director and Mahesh is working for the third time.

The two songs which came out till date got a good response and the teaser is still getting a lot of views. More updates are about to arrive from the movie. The latest talk from the inside sources reveal that ‘Guntur Karam’ is going to have ‘Cheppave Chirugali’ from ‘Okkadu’ in this film. Interestingly, it is not going to be a remix but Mahesh will sing a few lines himself in his own style where he tries to impress the film’s heroine Sreeleela.

This is going to be a sweet surprise for the fans and they will be having a superb time in theatres with this scene. Mahesh is going to give a mass treat to the audience as per reports and Trivikram will inject his trademark entertainment into this project as well.

Manoj Paramahamsa is handling cinematography while AS Prakash is handling production design. Navin Nooli is editing the film while Ram Laxman masters are composing action sequences. The cast includes big names like Jagapathi Babu, Jayaram, Prakash Raaj, Ramya Krishnan too. The film is being made under ‘Haarika & Hassine Creations’ banner and it will be hitting the big screens on 12th January 2024.