విజయ్ సినిమాను కావాలనే ఆపారు | Rahul Gandhi React On TVK Vijay Movie Sensor Issue
Alphabet Hits $4 Trillion Market Cap on AI Boom
Alphabet crossed a historic milestone on Monday, January 12, 2026, becoming the fourth company in the world to reach a $4 trillion market valuation, underscoring a dramatic resurgence driven by its aggressive pivot toward artificial intelligence.
The landmark moment comes amid a strong turnaround for the Google parent. Just last week, Alphabet overtook Apple in market capitalisation for the first time since 2019, making it the world’s second most valuable company at the time. Investor confidence has been steadily rebuilding, with Alphabet shares surging nearly 65% in 2025, outperforming most of its “Magnificent Seven” peers. The stock has continued its momentum into the new year, gaining an additional 6% so far in 2026.
At the heart of the rally is Alphabet’s renewed focus on AI. The launch of the Gemini 3 model has been widely praised, positioning Google as a serious frontrunner in the global AI race and intensifying competition with rivals such as OpenAI. The model’s reception has reinforced confidence in Alphabet’s long-term AI roadmap.
Google Cloud has emerged as a key growth engine in this transformation. In the third quarter, cloud revenue jumped 34% year-on-year, while the backlog of signed but unfulfilled contracts swelled to $155 billion. Growth has been further boosted by Alphabet’s move to rent out its proprietary AI chips to external customers, opening a new revenue stream and strengthening its infrastructure advantage.
Alphabet’s commercial reach is also expanding through high-profile partnerships. Samsung Electronics is reportedly planning to double the number of mobile devices featuring Gemini-powered AI this year. Apple has entered into a multi-year agreement to build its next-generation AI models and an overhauled Siri on Google’s infrastructure. Meanwhile, Meta Platforms is said to be in talks to invest billions in Alphabet’s AI chipsets for its data centres starting in 2027.
Beyond AI and cloud computing, Alphabet’s core advertising business has remained resilient despite global economic uncertainty, continuing to provide stable cash flows. Regulatory concerns have also eased following a September court ruling that allowed the company to retain control over the Chrome browser and Android operating system, removing a major overhang on the stock.
With Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple having previously crossed the $4 trillion threshold, Alphabet now joins this elite group, marking a defining moment in its evolution from an advertising powerhouse to a central player in the global AI and cloud computing ecosystem.
CMF Headphone Pro Launched in India With Modular Design, 100-Hour Battery Life
CMF has officially entered India’s over-ear active noise cancellation (ANC) headphone segment with the launch of the CMF Headphone Pro, introducing a rare modular approach to a category traditionally dominated by fixed designs. The new offering combines customisable hardware, long battery life, and high-resolution audio at an aggressively competitive price point.
A key highlight of the CMF Headphone Pro is its modular design, most notably the swappable ear cushions. Users can replace or mix cushions across colour variants, allowing for personalisation in both appearance and sound tuning. The headphones are available in Light Grey, Dark Grey, and Light Green, with all variants supporting interchangeable components.
Battery life is another major focus. CMF claims a best-in-segment playback time of up to 100 hours on a single charge with ANC turned off. Even with ANC enabled, the headphones are rated for up to 50 hours of use. Fast charging support allows eight hours of playback from just five minutes of charging, and the device can be charged directly from a smartphone using a USB-C to USB-C cable, adding convenience for users on the move.
The Headphone Pro features Hybrid Adaptive ANC, capable of delivering up to 40dB of noise reduction by automatically adjusting to surrounding sound conditions. CMF states that the system can block up to 99 percent of ambient noise, making it suitable for travel and noisy environments.
CMF has also emphasised physical, tactile controls instead of touch gestures. A dedicated Roller control handles volume, playback, and ANC modes, while a customisable button provides quick access to features such as Spatial Audio or AI-powered functions. Additionally, a new “Energy Slider” lets users manually adjust bass and treble levels in real time, depending on the intensity of the track being played.
On the audio front, the Headphone Pro is equipped with custom 40mm nickel-plated drivers and supports Hi-Res Audio and LDAC, enabling high-quality wireless playback. The headphones also integrate Audiodo technology, which creates a personalised sound profile by analysing the unique shape of the user’s ear canal for a more tailored listening experience.
The CMF Headphone Pro will go on sale in India from Tuesday, January 20, 2026, via Flipkart and select offline retail stores. While the standard retail price is set at Rs 7,999, CMF is offering an introductory launch price of Rs 6,999 for a limited period, positioning the headphones as a strong value contender in the mid-range ANC market.
Oman Sets OMR 600 Fee for Citizenship Applications
Oman has formally standardised the fees for citizenship and nationality-related services, introducing a revised schedule that clearly defines the costs for applicants seeking Omani nationality. The decision, reported by Gulf News, was published in the Sultanate’s Official Gazette and came into effect on January 4, 2026.
Under the new framework, individuals applying for Omani citizenship will be required to pay a fixed fee of OMR 600. This charge also applies to applications submitted by foreign women married to Omani nationals, as well as widows or divorced spouses of Omani citizens. In addition, the same fee is applicable to the minor children of Omani women seeking nationality-related status.
The updated regulations also introduce a separate fee of OMR 200 for services related to the withdrawal or voluntary relinquishment of Omani nationality. Authorities clarified that this charge is limited to processing such requests and does not reflect any change in policy regarding nationality laws.
According to officials, the revised fee structure is part of a broader effort to streamline and standardise administrative procedures governing nationality services across the Sultanate. Importantly, the changes are confined strictly to service and application fees. There have been no amendments to eligibility criteria, legal requirements, or the evaluation process for citizenship applications.
Government sources emphasised that the move aims to improve transparency and consistency in how nationality-related services are processed in Oman, while keeping the existing legal framework governing citizenship fully intact.
February 2026 US Visa Bulletin: Green Card Progress Pauses for Indians
The February 2026 US Visa Bulletin offers little cheer for Indian green card hopefuls, delivering a month of complete standstill after the modest but encouraging movement seen toward the end of 2025 and in January. Released by the US Department of State, the latest bulletin shows no changes across either employment-based or family-sponsored categories for India—neither forward movement nor retrogression—underscoring how fragile progress in the system remains.
For thousands of Indian professionals and families caught in years-long backlogs, February effectively becomes a month of consolidation rather than advancement.
Employment-based green cards: progress holds, but momentum pauses
Indian professionals applying under employment-based green card categories will see all cut-off dates remain exactly where they were in January. While this means recent gains are preserved, it also confirms that February brings no fresh relief for long-waiting applicants.
Employment-based Final Action Dates – India (February 2026):
EB-1: February 1, 2023
EB-2: July 15, 2013
EB-3: November 15, 2013
EB-3 Other Workers: November 15, 2013
EB-4: January 1, 2021
Certain Religious Workers: Unavailable
EB-5 Unreserved: May 1, 2022
After several months of steady advancement in late 2025—particularly in EB-1 and EB-5—February signals a pause rather than a reversal. Immigration observers often view such pauses as recalibration periods, allowing the government to assess visa number usage before deciding on future movement.
Filing timelines also remain unchanged, continuing to offer procedural advantages even without faster approvals.
Employment-based Dates for Filing – India (February 2026):
EB-1: August 1, 2023
EB-2: December 1, 2013
EB-3 / Other Workers: August 15, 2014
EB-4: March 15, 2021
EB-5 Unreserved: May 1, 2024
For eligible applicants, the strategy remains clear: file as soon as the Dates for Filing permit. While final green cards may still be years away, early filing helps secure work authorization, advance parole for travel, and protection against children aging out under US immigration law.
Family-sponsored green cards: long queues remain locked
If employment-based applicants experienced a pause, family-sponsored categories for India continue to reflect deep-rooted stagnation. February mirrors January across all family-based Final Action Dates, extending wait times that already stretch beyond a decade in several categories.
Family-sponsored Final Action Dates – India (February 2026):
F1 (unmarried adult children of US citizens): November 8, 2016
F2A (spouses and children of permanent residents): February 1, 2024
F2B (unmarried adult children of permanent residents): December 1, 2016
F3 (married children of US citizens): September 8, 2011
F4 (siblings of US citizens): November 1, 2006
For many Indian families, particularly those in F3 and F4 categories, the bulletin reinforces a harsh reality: waits of 15 to 20 years remain the norm, with no indication of acceleration.
Filing dates also stay frozen, offering limited procedural flexibility rather than faster outcomes.
Family-sponsored Dates for Filing – India (February 2026):
F1: September 1, 2017
F2A: January 22, 2026
F2B: March 15, 2017
F3: July 22, 2012
F4: December 15, 2006
The only relative bright spot continues to be F2A, where filing dates remain well ahead of final action. This allows eligible spouses and children of permanent residents to submit applications and access interim benefits, even as approvals remain capped at early 2024 priority dates.
What February means for Indian applicants
The February 2026 Visa Bulletin highlights a clear divide in India’s green card landscape. Employment-based categories are holding onto recent progress, suggesting stability but not momentum. Family-sponsored categories, meanwhile, remain structurally gridlocked, with relief limited to paperwork access rather than actual green card issuance.
For Indian applicants, February is a reminder that progress in the US immigration system is rarely linear. While the absence of retrogression offers some reassurance, the lack of forward movement reinforces the importance of long-term planning—and tempered expectations—as the backlog continues to shape the journey to permanent residency.
Rahul Gandhi Backs Vijay’s Jana Nayagan, Alliance Buzz Grows in TN Politics
Even as uncertainty continues to surround its release date, Thalapathy Vijay’s much-anticipated farewell film Jana Nayagan has turned into a major flashpoint in national politics. The latest intervention by Leader of the Opposition and senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has further intensified speculation about a possible political alignment between Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and the Indian National Congress.
Coming out strongly in support of Jana Nayagan, which is currently facing censor-related hurdles, Rahul Gandhi termed the alleged attempt to stall the film’s release as an “attack on Tamil culture.” Taking to social media platform X, he launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP-led Centre. His post quickly went viral, drawing widespread attention across national media and political circles.
Rahul Gandhi wrote, “The I&B Ministry’s attempt to block ‘Jana Nayagan’ is an attack on Tamil culture. Mr Modi, you will never succeed in suppressing the voice of the Tamil people.” His remarks came a day after the makers of Jana Nayagan approached the Supreme Court, challenging the Madras High Court’s stay on granting censor certification to the film.
This is not the first instance of Rahul Gandhi publicly backing Vijay. In 2017, when Vijay’s blockbuster Mersal ran into controversy over its criticism of certain Union government policies, Rahul had openly defended the actor and criticised the Modi government. More recently, Congress leader and Tamil Nadu in-charge Girish Chodankar accused the BJP of misusing central agencies to target political opponents, stating that while political disagreements are natural, targeting an artist’s creative expression is unacceptable.
These developments have fueled fresh speculation about a potential Congress–TVK alliance ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Rahul Gandhi’s open endorsement of Vijay and his film has further strengthened these rumours, although no official confirmation has been made by either party so far.
Political observers note that the Congress has a long history of contesting Tamil Nadu elections through alliances. In the 2021 Assembly elections, the Congress partnered with the DMK-led alliance under Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and emerged victorious. Against this backdrop, a possible tie-up with Vijay’s TVK cannot be ruled out.
With elections fast approaching and Jana Nayagan at the centre of a growing political storm, it remains to be seen how the evolving dynamics will shape Tamil Nadu’s high-stakes political landscape in the months ahead.
Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu Crosses 1 Million Tickets on BookMyShow
Megastar Chiranjeevi’s wholesome family entertainer Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu has opened to a sensational response at the box office. After shattering records with its premiere shows, the film continued its strong momentum on the opening day as well.
Adding another major milestone to its success story, the movie has now crossed an impressive 1 million online ticket sales on BookMyShow, a rare achievement for a family entertainer in such a short time. What makes this feat even more special is the massive turnout of family audiences, who are thronging theatres in large numbers—an encouraging sign for the film’s long-term box-office run.
Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the film has already grossed over $1.7 million in North America and is rapidly heading towards the coveted $2 million mark. With momentum building by the hour and advance bookings remaining extremely strong, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is all set for a blockbuster run throughout the Sankranthi holiday season.
Rajamouli & Anil Ravipudi: Tollywood’s 100% Success Directors
There is absolutely no debate about the fact that SS Rajamouli stands as one of the most iconic and influential filmmakers not just in Telugu cinema, but in the history of Indian cinema itself. His unmatched track record, with zero failures to date, speaks volumes about his vision, consistency, and ability to deliver blockbusters on a massive scale.
Interestingly, Tollywood now seems to have found another director who is steadily building a similar success story — Anil Ravipudi. With each film, Anil has been strengthening his reputation as a director who understands audience pulse perfectly and delivers consistent box-office winners.
Anil Ravipudi has once again proved his mettle with his latest film Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu. Packed with festive Sankranthi entertainment, the film has struck a strong chord with audiences and is performing impressively at the ticket counters. Going by the current trends, it is safe to say that Anil has added yet another blockbuster to his already impressive filmography, maintaining a rare 100 percent success rate.
What makes this achievement even more noteworthy is the comparison with Rajamouli. Rajamouli is widely regarded as the only Indian director who has maintained such an extraordinary success streak while consistently delivering large-scale, high-budget event films. Now, Anil Ravipudi is carving out his own space by delivering commercial entertainers that guarantee solid returns and high audience satisfaction.
While Anil’s films may not generate the colossal revenues of Rajamouli’s magnum opuses, his return on investment is remarkably strong, often rivaling or even surpassing industry benchmarks. This makes his success equally commendable in a different but significant way.
Overall, it is a proud and exciting moment for Tollywood that two of the most successful and reliable filmmakers of the current generation — Rajamouli and Anil Ravipudi — belong to the Telugu film industry, setting new standards of consistency and success in Indian cinema.
CBI Probe on Vijay Sparks Political Controversy in Tamil Nadu
With less than six months left for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the political atmosphere in the state has begun to heat up significantly. The recent political entry of Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay has further intensified discussions and speculation across party lines, adding a new dimension to the already dynamic political landscape.
Amid this backdrop, Vijay was recently summoned to appear before the CBI at its Delhi headquarters in connection with the ongoing Karur stampede investigation. This development has now taken a political turn, with the Tamil Nadu Congress raising suspicions over the timing and intent behind the probe.
Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president Selvaperunthagai has alleged that the BJP-led central government is attempting to exert pressure on Vijay through the CBI investigation. In a public statement, he claimed that the real objective of the probe is to coerce Vijay into aligning with the NDA. According to him, central agencies are being used as tools to intimidate and influence individuals who have the potential to emerge as political alternatives.
While there has been no official indication of Vijay entering into any political alliance, including with the NDA, Selvaperunthagai stated that the BJP appears keen on drawing Vijay into its fold, given his massive popularity and growing political relevance in Tamil Nadu.
At present, the CBI inquiry involving Vijay is underway in Delhi, and all eyes are on how the investigation unfolds and what conclusions emerge. As the election season approaches, this issue is expected to further fuel political debates and speculation in the state.
Stranger Things Finale Faces AI Script Controversy
When AI and GPT technologies began trending, there was widespread debate about whether they would replace human jobs. Hollywood screenwriters almost resisted this change, even going on strike. However, in an ironic twist, the makers of Netflix’s Stranger Things are now facing accusations of using AI to script the series.
The controversy arose following the release of the documentary Stranger Things: One Last Adventure, which reignited discussions about the show’s polarizing finale. Many viewers claimed that the script for the finale was not entirely human-written and that AI tools like ChatGPT were relied upon. The documentary featured visuals showing multiple ChatGPT tabs open on a computer used by the creators, fueling these speculations.
Social media erupted with reactions. One user tweeted, “The Great Duffer Brothers used ChatGPT to write Stranger Things Season 5. WTF man, now we know why season 5 sucked. #StrangerThings5.” Another wrote, “The Duffer Brothers were literally using ChatGPT and Reddit while writing this season, particularly the finale. No wonder it’s complete chaos.”
Despite these claims, many fans expressed satisfaction with the finale episode, praising the ending. Supporters argue that if AI helps in creating engaging scripts, it can be a positive trend. After all, the creators provide the input and guide the AI, and the quality of the output depends entirely on how it is used.
Set in the nostalgic landscape of 1980s Hawkins, Indiana, Stranger Things follows a close-knit group of friends whose lives are turned upside down when their friend Will Byers mysteriously disappears. Since its debut in 2016, the series ran for nine years, concluding in 2025.
అనిల్ రావిపూడి: ‘మన శంకర వరప్రసాద్ గారు’ షూటింగ్ కష్టాలు
అనిల్ రావిపూడి దర్శకత్వంలో రూపొందిన మన శంకర వరప్రసాద్ గారు సినిమా ఇటీవలే థియేటర్లలో విడుదలై ప్రేక్షకుల నుంచి మంచి స్పందన పొందుతోంది. మెగాస్టార్ చిరంజీవి హీరోగా, విక్టరీ వెంకటేశ్ కీలక పాత్రలో నటించడంతో రిలీజ్ నుంచి మొదటిపల్లు భారీ అంచనాలు ఏర్పడ్డాయి. ప్రేక్షకుల పాజిటివ్ టాక్ రావడంతో చిత్ర యూనిట్ హ్యాపీగా ఉంది.
ఈ సందర్భంగా, సినిమా షూటింగ్ అనుభవాలపై దర్శకుడు అనిల్ రావిపూడి ఓ ఇంటర్వ్యూలో స్పందించారు. చిత్ర నిర్మాణంలో ఎదురైన సవాళ్లు, షూటింగ్ ప్లానింగ్, ఖర్చుల విషయాలను ఆయన వివరించారు. అనిల్ రావిపూడి చెప్పారు, “సినిమాను 80 వర్కింగ్ డేస్లో పూర్తి చేయాలనే ప్లాన్తో ప్రారంభించాం, కానీ అనుకోని పరిస్థితులు ఎదురయ్యాయి.”
అనిల్ రావిపూడి తెలిపారు, “ప్రధానంగా వర్షాలు, స్ట్రైక్ల కారణంగా షెడ్యూల్లో మార్పులు రావడం వల్ల షూటింగ్ ఐదు-ఆరు రోజులు ఆలస్యం అయింది. దాంతో నాకు కొంత బాధగా అనిపించింది.”
అదనపు ఖర్చుల గురించి ఆయన ఇలా వివరించారు: “ఒక రోజు షూటింగ్ ఎక్కువైతే సుమారు రూ.25–28 లక్షల అదనపు ఖర్చు వస్తుంది. ఐదు రోజులైనా అదనంగా షూటింగ్ చేయాల్సి వస్తే రూ.కోటికిపైగా ఖర్చు పెరుగుతుంది. అందుకే వర్కింగ్ డేస్లు సినిమా ప్రొడక్షన్లో చాలా కీలకమని, ఒక్క రోజు కూడా విలువైనదని చెబుతాను.”
డైరెక్టర్ బాధ్యతలు ఎంత కష్టం ఉంటాయో కూడా ఆయన వెల్లడించారు: “డైరెక్టర్ పని ఈజీగా అనిపించవచ్చు, కానీ వాస్తవానికి చాలా కష్టం. షూటింగ్ సమయంలో పూర్తిగా సినిమాకే అంకితం కావాలి. ముందే రేపటి సీన్స్ ప్లాన్ చేసుకోవాలి, షూట్ చేయాలి, తర్వాత ఆ సీన్స్ని ఎడిటింగ్లో చూసుకోవాలి. ఈ మొత్తం ప్రాసెస్ చాలా స్ట్రెస్తో ఉంటుంది.”
అంతేకాదు, షూటింగ్ సమయంలో నిద్ర కూడా సరైనంతగా ఉండదు అని అనిల్ రావిపూడి చెప్పారు. “సినిమా పూర్తయ్యే వరకు, రిలీజ్ అయ్యే వరకు, ప్రేక్షకుల ముందుకు అందంగా రావడం వరకు భారం డైరెక్టర్ భుజాల మీదే ఉంటుంది. షూటింగ్ మాత్రమే కాదు, సినిమా ఆడియన్స్ దగ్గరికి చేరడం కూడా చాలా ముఖ్యం.”
అయితే సినిమా రిలీజ్ తర్వాత ప్రేక్షకుల రెస్పాన్స్ చూసి హ్యాపీగా ఫీలవుతారని, అప్పటివరకు ఎదురైన కష్టాలను మర్చిపోతారని అనిల్ రావిపూడి తెలిపారు. “మంచి ఫలితం వస్తే ఆ ఆనందాన్ని మాటల్లో చెప్పలేము,” అని పరోక్షంగా తెలిపారు.
కమలహాసన్ ఫోటో, పేరు, బిరుదులకు హైకోర్టు రక్షణ
గత కొంతకాలంగా సెలబ్రిటీల ఫోటోలు, పేరు, బిరుదులు, వాయిస్ను అనుమతి లేకుండా వాణిజ్య ప్రయోజనాల కోసం ఉపయోగించడం సాధారణమైంది. ఈ సమస్యపై టాలీవుడ్లో చిరంజీవి మొదలుకొని బాలీవుడ్లో అమితాబ్ బచ్చన్ వరకు అనేక మంది సెలబ్రిటీలు హైకోర్టును ఆశ్రయించి, తమ గౌరవానికి భంగం కలగకుండా రక్షించుకోవాలని విన్నవించారు. డెలీ హైకోర్టు తీర్పు ప్రకారం, సెలబ్రిటీల అనుమతుల లేకుండా వారి ఫోటో, పేరు, వీడియో, వాయిస్, బిరుదులు ఎక్కడా ఉపయోగించరాదు అని స్పష్టంగా పేర్కొంది.
ఇది నేపథ్యంలో, సీనియర్ స్టార్ హీరో కమలహాసన్ తన అనుమతి లేకుండా ఫోటోలు, బిరుదులు, ప్రసిద్ధ డైలాగులను ఉపయోగించి టీ షర్ట్లను, ఇతర వస్త్రాలను విక్రయించినట్లయితే హైకోర్టులో పిటిషన్ వేసి ఊరట పొందారు. చెన్నైలో దాఖలైన పిటిషన్లో, “నీయేవిడై” అనే సంస్థ కమలహాసన్ ఫోటో, పేరు, “ఉలగనాయగన్” బిరుదు, ప్రసిద్ధ డైలాగ్లను అనుమతి లేకుండా వాడి వస్త్రాలను విక్రయిస్తున్నట్లు పేర్కొన్నారు.
న్యాయమూర్తి జస్టిస్ సెంథిల్ కుమార్ రామమూర్తి పిటిషన్ను పరిశీలించి, ఈ నిర్ణయం జారీ చేశారు:
“కమలహాసన్ పేరు, ఫోటో, బిరుదులు మరియు డైలాగులను అనుమతి లేకుండా ‘నీయేవిడై’ సంస్థ లేదా మరే ఇతర సంస్థ కూడా ఉపయోగించరాదు.”
అంతేకాక, కమలహాసన్ అనుమతి లేకుండా వాణిజ్య ప్రయోజనాల కోసం తన పేరు, ఫోటోలను వాడరాదు అని మధ్యంతర ఉత్తర్వులు కూడా జారీ చేశారు. పిటిషన్పై సమాధానం ఇవ్వడానికి నీయేవిడై సంస్థను ఆదేశిస్తూ, తదుపరి విచారణను ఫిబ్రవరిలో వాయిదా వేయడం జరిగింది.
కార్టూనిస్టుల ఫోటో వినియోగంపై ఎలాంటి నిషేధం లేదని న్యాయమూర్తి స్పష్టంగా తెలిపారు. ఈ ఆదేశాలు సోషల్ మీడియాలో వైరల్ అవుతున్నాయి. న్యాయమూర్తి ఆదేశం ప్రకారం, ఈ విషయాలను తమిళ మరియు ఇంగ్లీష్ పత్రికలలో కూడా ప్రచురించాల్సిందని ఆదేశించారు.
ఇంతకుముందు కమలహాసన్ హీరోగా, మక్కల్ నీది మయ్యమ్ పార్టీ అధ్యక్షుడిగా, అలాగే రాజ్యసభ సభ్యుడుగా కొనసాగుతున్నారు. అలాగే, తన రాజ్ ఫిల్మ్స్ బ్యానర్లో రజనీకాంత్ సినిమాను నిర్మించడమే కాక, త్వరలో రజనీకాంత్తో కలిసి స్క్రీన్ షేర్ చేయబోతున్నారు.
పవన్ కళ్యాణ్ మార్షల్ ఆర్ట్స్ ప్రయాణం
టాలీవుడ్ పవర్ స్టార్ పవన్ కళ్యాణ్కు మార్షల్ ఆర్ట్స్ పట్ల ఉన్న ఆసక్తి అందరికీ తెలిసిందే. కెరీర్ ప్రారంభం నుంచే ఆయన సినిమాల్లో కనిపించే ఫైట్స్, స్టంట్స్, మార్షల్ ఆర్ట్స్ మీద చూపిన డెడికేషన్కు నిదర్శనం. పవన్ చేసిన యాక్షన్ సీక్వెన్స్లు ఫ్యాన్స్ను ఎంతగానో ఆకట్టుకున్నాయి.
ఇలా ప్రత్యేకంగా తన మార్షల్ ఆర్ట్స్ ప్రయాణాన్ని ప్రజల ముందుకు తెచ్చేందుకు, ఇటీవల పవన్ కళ్యాణ్ తన సొంత నిర్మాణ సంస్థ పవన్ కళ్యాణ్ క్రియేటివ్ వర్క్స్ ప్రారంభించారు. ఈ బ్యానర్ ద్వారా ఆయన తన మార్షల్ ఆర్ట్స్ జర్నీ వీడియోను విడుదల చేస్తున్నారు. ఈ వీడియోలో ఆయన మొదటి సారి మార్షల్ ఆర్ట్స్ నేర్చుకున్న దశ నుంచి, ఇప్పటివరకు అంతర్జాతీయ స్థాయిలో పొందిన గౌరవం వరకు తన ప్రయాణాన్ని చూపించారు.
పవన్ కళ్యాణ్ చెన్నైలో ఉన్న సమయంలో కఠినమైన శిక్షణతో మార్షల్ ఆర్ట్స్ ప్రారంభించారు. ఆ తర్వాత జపాన్లోని ప్రాచీన యుద్ధకళలపై ఆసక్తి పెంచి లోతైన అధ్యయనం చేశారు. ముఖ్యంగా జపనీస్ సమురాయ్ సంప్రదాయంలో భాగమైన కెంజుట్సు (Kenjutsu) కత్తిసాము కళలో అధికారిక ప్రవేశం పొందారు. ఈ ప్రయాణం ఆయనకు అంతర్జాతీయ గుర్తింపు తెచ్చింది.
అంతేకాక, జపాన్లో అత్యంత గౌరవనీయమైన సంస్థ Sogo Budo Kanri Kai నుండి Fifth Dan (ఐదవ డాన్) పురస్కారం లభించడమే కాక, సోకే మురమత్సు సెన్సైకి చెందిన Takeda Shingen Clanలో ప్రవేశం పొందిన తొలి తెలుగు వ్యక్తిగా చరిత్రలో పేరును చేర్చుకున్నారు.
అదే కాక, Golden Dragons సంస్థ ద్వారా పవన్కు Tiger of Martial Arts ప్రత్యేక బిరుదుతో సత్కారం లభించింది. మొత్తం మార్షల్ ఆర్ట్స్ జర్నీ వీడియో ప్రేక్షకులను విపరీతంగా ఆకట్టుకుంటోంది.
వీడియో బ్యాక్గ్రౌండ్ స్కోర్ను టాలీవుడ్ టాప్ మ్యూజిక్ డైరెక్టర్ తమన్ అందించారు. తన అనుభూతులను వ్యక్తపరుస్తూ తమన్ తెలిపారు:
“మా ప్రియమైన నాయకుడు పవన్ కళ్యాణ్ గారి అద్భుతమైన ప్రయాణంలో భాగం కావడం నాకు గొప్ప గౌరవం. పీకే మార్షల్ ఆర్ట్స్ జర్నీ ఇంకా ఎన్నో ప్రత్యేక క్షణాలను చూపబోతోంది. దీనికి సంగీతం అందించడం ఎంతో ఉత్సాహం ఇచ్చింది. మా నాయకుడికి నా గౌరవం, ప్రేమ.”
Dhurandhar Offers Special ₹149 Tickets Amid Box Office Success
Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar continues to dominate the box office, even more than a month after its theatrical release. The film features a stellar ensemble cast, including Arjun Rampal, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Sara Arjun, which has contributed to its sustained success.
To keep the momentum going, the filmmakers have announced a special Tuesday offer, reducing ticket prices to just ₹149. This move is expected to attract even larger audiences to theaters, especially as Prabhas’ recent release, The Raja Saab, continues to struggle.
Film trade analyst and critic Taran Adarsh highlighted the “Blockbuster Tuesday” promotion for Dhurandhar, scheduled for Tuesday, January 13, 2026, and confirmed that Jio Studios and B62 Studios are backing the special offer. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film’s continued success demonstrates its strong appeal and enduring excitement among audiences.
