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“జాన్వి కపూర్: పెద్ది తో టాలీవుడ్ లో బ్రేక్”
శ్రీదేవి కుమార్తె జాన్వి కపూర్ తన కెరీర్ను ఆశించిన స్థాయిలో కొనసాగించలేదని చెప్పవచ్చు. డడ్క్ సినిమాతో హీరోయిన్గా ఎంట్రీ ఇచ్చి మొదటి రెండు మూడు సినిమాల్లో హడావిడి చేసినప్పటికీ, ఆ తర్వాత తన కెరీర్పై పూర్తిగా గ్రిప్ సాధించలేకపోయింది.
తన సౌత్ ఎంట్రీ కూడా ఇదే పరిస్థితి ఎదుర్కొంది. జాన్వి తెలుగులో ఎన్టీఆర్తో దేవర సినిమాలో నటించింది. అయితే ఆ సినిమాలో ఆమెను సరిగ్గా వినియోగించలేదు; ప్రధానంగా కొన్ని సాంగ్స్ కోసం మాత్రమే చూపించారు. దీంతో దేవర 2 కోసం ఎదురుచూడటమే ఆమెకు మిగిలింది.
ఇక తాజాగా, జాన్వికి చరణ్ బుచ్చి బాబుతో చేస్తున్న పెద్ది సినిమాలో అవకాశం వచ్చింది. ఈ సినిమా ఒక సంవత్సరం కాలంగా శరవేగంగా షూటింగ్ జరుగుతోంది. చరణ్-జాన్వి జోడీ చూస్తే, చిరంజీవి-శ్రీదేవి జంటను గుర్తు చేసేలా ఉంటుందని చెప్పుతున్నారు. జాన్వి పెద్ద బ్రేక్ రావాలని కూడా కోరుకుంటుంది.
గత సంవత్సరం జాన్వి హిందీలో మూడు సినిమాలు చేసింది. అందులో హోమ్ బాండ్ కొంత క్లిక్ అయింది. అయితే పరం సుందరి మరియు సన్నీ సన్స్కారి కి తులసి కుమారి ఫ్లాప్ అయ్యాయి. ప్రస్తుతానికి పెద్ది తప్ప జాన్వికి మరో సినిమా ఖాతాలో లేదు.
జాన్వి భావిస్తుందంటే, బాలీవుడ్ కన్నా టాలీవుడ్లో అవకాశాలు ఎక్కువగా ఉంటాయని. శ్రీదేవి కుమార్తెగా ఆమెకు తెలుగులో ఇప్పటికే మంచి క్రేజ్ ఉంది. మేకర్స్ కూడా ప్రతిభ చూపిస్తే వరుస ఛాన్స్లు ఇస్తారు. ఇటీవల నాని సినిమాలో నటిస్తుందనే వార్తలు వచ్చాయి, కానీ అది రూమర్ మాత్రమే.
పెద్ది హిట్ అయితే జాన్వి తెలుగులో బిజీ అయ్యే అవకాశం గ్యారెంటీ. ఈ సినిమాలో ఆమె కేవలం గ్లామర్ మాత్రమే కాదు, యాక్టింగ్ పరంగానూ ఆడియన్స్ను ఇంప్రెస్ చేస్తుందనే అంచనా. బుచ్చి బాబు హీరోయిన్ క్యారెక్టర్ ఆసక్తిగా రాసినట్లు సమాచారం.
ఈ బ్రేక్ జాన్వికి టాలీవుడ్లో కొత్త అవకాశాల క్యూ కట్టుతుంది. జాన్వి గ్లామర్ పాత్రలకే కాకుండా, కచ్చితమైన నటనకు ఆస్కారం ఉన్న పాత్రలతో తన ప్రతిభను చూపించాలని ఆశిస్తుంది. ఎన్టీఆర్, చరణ్ వంటి స్టార్ హీరోలతో నటించినందున స్టార్ ఛాన్స్లు ఆమెకు వచ్చే అవకాశం ఉంది. అయితే, టైర్-2 హీరోలతో కూడా నటిస్తే, మంచి కథలు ఆమె దగ్గరకు రావడం ఖాయం. పెద్ది తర్వాత జాన్వి కెరీర్ ఎలాంటి దిశలో వెళ్తుందో చూడాలి.
టాలీవుడ్లో కుమార్తెలు సాహసం
టాలీవుడ్లో వారసత్వం అంటే ఎక్కువగా తండ్రి నుంచి తనయుడు వారసత్వాన్ని అందుకోవడం అని భావించేవారు. మేల్ డామినేషన్ ఇక్కడ ఎక్కువ కనిపించేది. కానీ ఇప్పుడు, బాలీవుడ్ తరం తరహాలో, టాలీవుడ్లోనూ పరిస్థితులు మారుతున్నాయి. ఇప్పుడు కుమార్తెలు కూడా సాహసంగా రంగంలోకి దూకుతున్నారు. వారు తమ ఇష్టాన్ని అనుసరించి 24 శాఖలలో ఏ రంగం కావాలో ఎంచుకుంటున్నారు. ఒకప్పుడు నిర్ణయం తీసుకోవడానికి వారికెంత ఆలోచన అవసరమై ఉండేది, ఇప్పుడు అది గంటల్లోనే జరుగుతోంది.
ఈ ఐదేళ్లలో టాలీవుడ్లో వచ్చిన ప్రధాన మార్పు ఇదే. మెగా కుటుంబం నుంచి నాగబాబు కుమార్తె నిహారిక ఇప్పటికే నటిగా, నిర్మాతగా గుర్తింపు పొందుతున్నారు. ఆమె క్రియేటివ్ విభాగంలోనూ పాలుపంచుకుంటున్నారు. ఇప్పుడు అదే కుటుంబం నుంచి మెగాస్టార్ చిరంజీవి పెద్ద కుమార్తె సుస్మిత కూడా నిర్మాతగా (మనశంకర్ వరప్రసాద్) ఎంట్రీ ఇచ్చారు. ముందుగా కెమెరా వెనుక కాస్ట్యూమ్ డిజైనర్గా కొనసాగిన సుస్మిత, నిర్మాతగా అడుగుపెట్టడం చూసి పరిశ్రమలో అందరి హర్షం వ్యక్తమవుతోంది. చిరంజీవి గర్వంతో, ఫ్యాషన్ మరియు సృజనాత్మకత ఉన్నవారిని తమ ఇష్ట శాఖను ఎంచుకొని ప్రతిభను ప్రదర్శించాలని ప్రోత్సహిస్తున్నారు.
అలాగే, నటసింహ బాలకృష్ణ రెండవ కుమార్తె తేజస్వీ కూడా నిర్మాణ రంగంలోకి ప్రవేశం చేస్తున్నారు. బాలయ్య 111వ చిత్రాన్ని స్వయంగా నిర్మిస్తున్నారు, కాబట్టి తేజస్వీకి అన్ని విధాల సహాయం అందుతుంది. త్వరలో సినిమా ప్రారంభం కానుంది. భవిష్యత్తులో సుస్మిత-తేజస్వీ మధ్య నిర్మాతలుగా స్వల్ప పోటీ కనిపించవచ్చని ఊహించవచ్చు. ఒకప్పుడు చిరంజీవి-బాలయ్య సినిమాల మధ్య ఎలాంటి పోటీ వాతావరణం ఉండేది? భవిష్యత్తులో అలాంటి పోటీ సుస్మిత-తేజస్వీ మధ్య ఉండే అవకాశం ఉంది.
ఇప్పటికే స్టార్ నిర్మాత అశ్వినీదత్ వారసత్వాన్ని తన కుమార్తెలు స్వప్న, ప్రియాంక దత్త్ విజయవంతంగా కొనసాగిస్తున్నారు. విజయవంతమైన చిత్రాలతో తమ అభిరుచిని, ప్రతిభను చూపిస్తున్నారు. భవిష్యత్తులో మరిన్ని వారసురాళ్లు ఫిల్మ్ పరిశ్రమలోకి రావడం ఖాయం.
నిర్మాణ రంగం మాత్రమే కాక, హీరోయిన్లుగా కూడా అవకాశాలు విస్తరిస్తున్నాయి. సూపర్ స్టార్ మహేష్ కుమార్తె సితార హీరోయిన్గా ఎంట్రీ ఇవ్వడానికి మంచి అవకాశాలు ఉన్నాయి. ఇప్పటికే ఆమె సినిమాలపై తన ఫ్యాషన్ సెన్స్ ప్రూవ్ చేస్తున్నారు. తండ్రి-తల్లి ఒప్పించి, మేకప్ వేసుకునే అవకాశం మరింత బలంగా ఉంది. వీరిద్దరి కంటే ముందే, సూపర్ స్టార్ కృష్ణ కుమార్తె మంజుల కూడా చిత్ర రంగంలో తన ప్రత్యేక గుర్తింపును సాధించారు.
Telangana HC Halts Ticket Price Hike for The Raja Saab
In a major setback to the producers of The Raja Saab, the Telangana High Court on Friday suspended the government memo that permitted an increase in movie ticket prices. The court also directed ticketing platform BookMyShow to sell tickets only at the previously approved rates until further orders.
The High Court was hearing petitions challenging the hike in ticket prices for the film. Advocate Vijay Gopal, appearing on behalf of the petitioners, argued that authorities were routinely granting ticket price hikes in violation of established norms whenever big-budget films are released.
He informed the court that the Home Department Secretary does not have the legal authority to issue memos allowing ticket price increases. As per existing rules, only District Collectors — and in Hyderabad, the Commissioner of Police — are empowered to grant permissions for ticket price hikes and benefit shows.
After hearing the arguments, the court expressed strong displeasure over the recurring practice of issuing such memos. Questioning the government pleader, the judge asked why permissions are “cleverly” issued every time a major film hits theatres.
The court also noted that the concerned minister had recently made a public statement assuring that ticket prices would not be increased. “Despite that assurance, permissions are being granted repeatedly. This is not the first time the court has raised this issue. How many times must we say this before your approach changes?” the court observed.
Expressing concern over the burden on the public, the court remarked that frequent ticket price hikes cause hardship to common moviegoers. “We too go to cinemas and we know the ticket prices,” the judge noted.
Taking serious note of the issue, the High Court suspended the ticket price hike memo and instructed BookMyShow to collect ticket charges strictly at the old rates until further orders. The decision offers immediate relief to audiences and once again brings the issue of arbitrary ticket price hikes during major film releases under judicial scrutiny.
Ramya Sparks Backlash With Controversial Men vs Dogs Comment
Kannada and Tollywood actress Ramya has found herself at the centre of a controversy after a social media post in which she compared men to dogs, triggering a wave of backlash online. The actress made the remark while reacting to recent Supreme Court observations that described stray dogs as unpredictable and capable of attacking without warning. Drawing a parallel, Ramya stated that men too are unpredictable, adding that one never knows when incidents like rape or murder may occur. She further questioned whether men should also be jailed, a comment that quickly drew criticism from several quarters.
The post sparked intense debate on social media, with many users accusing Ramya of making an insensitive and provocative comparison. Critics felt that her remarks trivialised the serious issue of deaths caused by stray dog attacks, which has become a highly sensitive topic amid increasing incidents across residential areas in India. Several netizens argued that while concerns about women’s safety are valid, equating men with animals was unnecessary and distracted from the core issue of stray dog management.
Others suggested that the actress could have addressed the problem in a more balanced manner without drawing such comparisons. Some users even termed the post a publicity-seeking move. With stray dog attacks continuing to claim lives and public emotions running high, Ramya’s comments have added fuel to an already polarising debate, drawing sharp reactions from both supporters and critics alike.
Niddhi Agerwal Calls Mob Incident at Raja Saab Event “Unfortunate”
Actress Niddhi Agerwal, who was recently mobbed during a promotional event for The Raja Saab at a Hyderabad mall, has described the incident as unfortunate and said she would speak about it in detail at the right time. Addressing the issue in an interview, Niddhi said the matter was extremely sensitive and that any immediate comments could be misinterpreted if taken out of context. She added that while she has a lot to say about what happened, she prefers to wait before opening up.
The incident came into focus last month after a video went viral on social media showing the actress struggling to make her way through a large crowd while heading towards her car. Niddhi appeared visibly uncomfortable as her security team tried to shield her from the surging crowd. Despite the chaos, she eventually managed to get into her vehicle and leave the venue.
Niddhi Agerwal is currently seen alongside Telugu superstar Prabhas in The Raja Saab, a horror-comedy that released in theatres on January 9, 2026. The film also features Sanjay Dutt, Zareena Wahab, Malavika Mohanan, Riddhi Kumar, and Boman Irani in key roles.
Ranveer–Deepika’s New York Wedding Outing Goes Viral
Ranveer Singh is riding high on the massive success of Dhurandhar, which continues its strong run at the box office. Amid this winning phase, the actor, along with his wife Deepika Padukone, was recently spotted at a wedding in New York. Pictures and selfies from the celebrations have gone viral on social media, delighting fans.
In the photos shared by attendees, Deepika is seen flashing her trademark warm smile while posing for selfies, while Ranveer appears in high spirits, striking cheerful poses. The couple was also seen together in a selfie, looking happy and glowing.
During their New York visit, Ranveer and Deepika also attended an NBA match between the New York Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks, where fans who recognized them eagerly clicked pictures and shared them online. On the work front, Ranveer is gearing up for the release of Dhurandhar 2, scheduled to hit theatres on March 19.
Deepika Padukone will next be seen in King, directed by Siddharth Anand, a high-profile project featuring an ensemble cast including Shah Rukh Khan, Abhay Verma, Arshad Warsi, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Raghav Juyal.
Revanth Reddy’s Respect Strategy Toward KCR
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s approach towards former Chief Minister and BRS chief KCR has drawn considerable political attention. Despite KCR being the principal opposition leader, Revanth Reddy has been consciously extending him visible respect — a move that is uncommon in high-stakes state politics.
Revanth Reddy appears to clearly understand that KCR still commands significant public respect and emotional connect among a large section of Telangana voters. Any form of direct disrespect or political targeting could easily backfire, triggering public sympathy and strengthening KCR’s political narrative.
By personally greeting KCR inside the Assembly and deputing ministers to formally invite him to major events like the Medaram Jatara, the Congress government is projecting a message of institutional respect that goes beyond party rivalry. These gestures are being seen as deliberate and well-calculated rather than symbolic.
Political analysts believe this strategy is aimed at denying KCR the sympathy factor while keeping the political contest focused strictly on governance, policies, and performance. Revanth Reddy seems keen on ensuring that the political battle does not slip into emotional or sentiment-driven territory where KCR traditionally holds an edge.
In essence, respecting KCR is not a sign of political softness but a strategic move to prevent public backlash, control the political narrative, and continue the rivalry within defined and manageable limits.
Two Heroines, One Question: Ravi Teja’s Sankranthi Conflict
Ravi Teja’s upcoming Sankranthi entertainer Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi, directed by Kishore Tirumala, is all set to hit theatres on January 13, and the buzz around the film is steadily peaking. While expectations were decent from the announcement itself, the recently released trailer has significantly amplified the hype.
A major highlight of the trailer is the intriguing emotional conflict created by the two female leads, Dimple Hayathi and Ashika Ranganath. The story hints at a light-hearted yet layered narrative where Ravi Teja’s character, happily married to Dimple, unexpectedly finds himself emotionally drawn towards Ashika during a trip to Spain.
The trailer cleverly captures this conflict through two contrasting questions. Dimple, secure and confident in her relationship, questions why he would seek anything beyond a fulfilled married life. In contrast, Ashika believes his closeness to her stems from emotional distance and disconnect in his marriage. These opposing viewpoints add depth to the narrative and elevate the drama beyond a routine festive entertainer.
This push-and-pull emotional dynamic, blended with Ravi Teja’s trademark humour and energy, makes the trailer engaging and relatable. If the film manages to maintain the same balance of entertainment, emotion, and narrative clarity as promised in the promos, Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi has all the ingredients to turn into a Sankranthi box-office winner.
UIDAI Launches ‘Udai’ Aadhaar Mascot to Simplify Services
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) on Thursday launched “Udai,” the official Aadhaar mascot, aimed at simplifying public understanding of Aadhaar services and promoting responsible usage.
Designed as a resident-facing communication companion, Udai will help explain technical aspects of Aadhaar—such as biometric updates, authentication processes, new security features, and safe usage practices—in a more relatable and human-friendly manner.
Announcing the launch, UIDAI said the mascot has been created to make Aadhaar-related information more accessible to citizens. “The UIDAI today launched the Aadhaar mascot, a new resident-facing communication companion to simplify public understanding of Aadhaar services. The Aadhaar mascot named Udai will help make Aadhaar-related information more relatable and people-friendly,” the authority said in a statement.
The Udai platform was unveiled by UIDAI Chairman Neelkanth Mishra at a function held in Thiruvananthapuram. Mishra noted that the initiative is built around people’s interests and aims to make Aadhaar communication simpler, clearer, and more engaging for citizens across the country.
To develop the mascot, UIDAI had earlier launched national design and naming competitions on the MyGov platform, inviting citizens to contribute ideas and creative concepts. The initiative reportedly received 875 entries from participants across diverse professions, including students, designers, and working professionals. After a detailed review process, Udai was co-created by blending public input with official oversight.
In recent years, Aadhaar has evolved beyond basic identity verification to become a cornerstone of India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). It now plays a central role in financial inclusion, governance delivery, and secure digital transactions.
With the introduction of Udai, UIDAI is signalling a renewed focus on public outreach and digital literacy, using visual storytelling to educate citizens on how Aadhaar functions and how it can be used safely. The mascot is expected to play a key role in upcoming awareness campaigns aligned with Digital India and broader digital identity education initiatives.
Budget 2026: Big Boost Expected for AI, Semiconductors and Deep Tech
According to a MoneyControl report, India plans to attract significant global investment into its AI ecosystem. The publication quoted a senior government official saying, “There is an immense opportunity in India for investors. We saw that in 2025, with the announcement of a $15 billion investment by Google for its AI hub, including a data centre and fibre-optic network in Andhra Pradesh.”
Building on this momentum, Budget 2026 is expected to introduce targeted incentives for hyperscale data centres, including tax holidays, reduced power tariffs, and faster environmental clearances. Given the energy-intensive nature of AI infrastructure, the government may also push for renewable energy-linked incentives to encourage green data centres, aligning with India’s sustainability goals.
Additionally, policy clarity around cross-border data flows and data localisation norms could be announced to make India a more attractive destination for global cloud and AI firms.
Support for deep-tech startups
Deep-tech startups—working in areas such as AI, robotics, space tech, quantum computing, and advanced materials—are expected to be another major focus area in Budget 2026.
The government may:
Expand the Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS) with a dedicated deep-tech corpus
Introduce longer tax exemption periods for deep-tech startups due to their longer R&D cycles
Provide government-backed grants for research-heavy startups in strategic sectors like defence, healthcare, and climate tech
There is also speculation that the budget could address long-standing startup concerns around angel tax, ESOP taxation, and easier access to public procurement opportunities.
Skill development and AI talent pipeline
To support the rapid expansion of AI and semiconductor industries, Budget 2026 is expected to prioritise skill development and talent creation.
Possible announcements include:
National AI skilling programmes in collaboration with IITs, IIITs, and global tech firms
Expansion of future skills curricula in engineering colleges
Incentives for companies investing in employee upskilling in AI, cybersecurity, and semiconductor design
The government may also push for industry-academia collaboration to ensure that India produces job-ready talent for next-generation technologies.
Tax and regulatory incentives for tech companies
From a taxation standpoint, the industry expects:
R&D tax deductions for AI, chip design, and deep-tech innovation
Simplified compliance for startups and MSMEs in the tech ecosystem
Customs duty rationalisation on imported equipment used in AI training, semiconductor fabrication, and data centre infrastructure
Such measures could significantly lower entry barriers and operational costs for technology-driven businesses.
The bigger picture: Viksit Bharat 2047
Overall, Budget 2026 is expected to position technology as a core pillar of India’s economic transformation, aligning with the long-term Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. By focusing on AI, semiconductors, data infrastructure, and deep-tech entrepreneurship, the government aims to reduce import dependence, create high-value jobs, and establish India as a global technology powerhouse.
If executed effectively, these initiatives could not only boost investor confidence but also accelerate India’s transition from a services-led digital economy to a product- and innovation-led tech ecosystem.
