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Alankar Joshi: From Child Star to Successful Entrepreneur

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Imitation is a remarkable skill, and for an actor, emulating a star can open doors to countless opportunities. Alankar Joshi is a perfect example of this. As a child actor, he shone in small yet memorable roles alongside major stars, leaving a lasting impression on audiences.

Alankar has acted in over 100 Hindi films. He began his career as a child artist and made a mark in cult classics like Seeta Aur Geeta (1972), Majboor (1974), and Deewar (1975). His performance in Deewar was so notable that he was sometimes referred to as “Deewar Alankar.” In that blockbuster film, he played a small role alongside Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan.

Young Alankar’s charm and performance won hearts, and it was Amitabh himself who recommended him to Yash Raj Films for the role, according to his sister Pallavi Joshi. This opportunity allowed Alankar to showcase his talent in recreating the nuanced acting style of a superstar.

However, being repeatedly cast in similar roles eventually led him to explore other avenues, and he transitioned to Marathi cinema. Later, he moved to the U.S. and worked as a software engineer for two years before founding his own company. Today, he successfully runs his business, which has assets worth around ₹200 crore.

Though Alankar Joshi has stepped away from acting, his children have embraced the entertainment world. His daughter Anuja Joshi became popular for her role in Hello Mini, while his other child is making strides in music. Despite his professional achievements abroad, Alankar prefers a private family life with his wife and children.

Nagarjuna Remembers ANR’s Emotional Final Moments

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Akkineni Nageswara Rao (ANR) is undoubtedly one of the foundational pillars of the Telugu film industry. Alongside other legendary actors like NTR, Krishna, Krishnam Raju, and Sobhan Babu, ANR played a significant role in shaping the industry and taking it to new heights. Today’s flourishing Telugu cinema stands on the groundwork laid by these stalwarts. Among them, ANR’s contributions remain especially noteworthy.

Recently, Akkineni Nagarjuna shared some deeply emotional memories about his father, ANR, on Jagapathi Babu’s talk show Jayammu Nischayammu Raa. During the latest promo of the show, Nagarjuna became visibly emotional recalling ANR’s last moments and even remembered his father’s final words.

Nagarjuna revealed that when he was considering entering the film industry, his brother Venkat encouraged him to try acting. Taking that advice seriously, Nagarjuna approached his father and expressed his desire to join films. His father was moved to tears by this decision and gave him his full support. With that encouragement, Nagarjuna started acting in films under his father’s guidance before eventually taking on projects independently.

Nagarjuna particularly remembered the success of his devotional film Annamayya. After its release, ANR came to him, held his hands, and expressed his happiness, saying that Nagarjuna had truly established himself as a hero. Nagarjuna described this moment as one of the happiest and most significant in his life, bringing him to tears.

He also spoke about ANR’s final days, sharing that the legendary actor was confined to bed due to cancer but lived life on his terms, completing his last film Manam surrounded by family. Nagarjuna’s heartfelt recollections of his father’s greatness and final moments have now gone viral on social media, with fans eagerly discussing when this touching episode will air.

This episode highlights not only ANR’s remarkable legacy but also the deep emotional bond between father and son, showing how his guidance and love shaped Nagarjuna’s journey in the Telugu film industry.

Nidhi Agarwal’s Women-Centric Breakthrough

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Nidhi Agarwal has acted in five Telugu films so far, but only one of them turned out to be a hit—iSmart Shankar. Despite starring alongside top heroes, her other films failed to meet expectations and couldn’t capitalize on her star power. Recently, the pan-India release Harihar Veeramallu was highly anticipated, but it ended up disappointing at the box office.

Currently, Nidhi’s major project is Raja Saab, which carries all her hopes. Fans expect her to gain momentum through this film alongside Prabhas, as it is slated for a December release. Interestingly, at the same time, Nidhi is also set to headline a new female-oriented film directed by newcomer Nikhil Karthik and produced by Puppala Appalaraju. This movie is a horror-thriller, and although the budget details haven’t been revealed, the announcement of Nidhi leading a women-centric film has already created buzz on social media.

Even though she hasn’t yet proven her solo leading potential in mainstream films, this women-centric opportunity allows Nidhi to showcase her talent fully. Unlike typical hero-led films that focus mainly on songs and romantic scenes, this project revolves entirely around her character, offering her the chance to shine as a performer. Many contemporary actresses like Anushka Shetty, Keerthy Suresh, and Rashmika Mandanna have carved their niche in such films, and Nidhi now has a similar opportunity to make her mark.

Pranay Loya’s Cultural Shocks in the U.S.

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MBA student Pranay Loya’s recent LinkedIn post has struck a chord with international students, as he detailed the cultural adjustments he faced upon moving from India to the United States. Loya noted that in India, daily life is supported by family, neighbors, and household help, while in the U.S., individuals must handle everything independently—from cooking to cleaning to managing expenses.

His first wake-up call came at the airport, when he discovered that using a luggage trolley cost $8. This theme continued as he navigated higher service costs, mandatory tipping, and the U.S. job market—where students must actively network and pursue opportunities rather than waiting for campus recruiters.

“These shocks are exactly why I came—to grow, to unlearn and relearn,” Loya wrote, adding that while India provides comfort and support, the U.S. rewards effort and self-reliance.

NRI Shocked by ₹1,000 Tea in Mumbai, Sparks Cost-of-Living Debate

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A Non-Resident Indian (NRI) expecting to showcase his foreign earnings in India received an unexpected reality check after being charged ₹1,000 for a cup of tea at a Mumbai hotel. The incident, shared on Instagram by user @parikshitbalochi, has gone viral, amassing over 9,000 likes and igniting a broader discussion about India’s escalating cost of living.

“I am an NRI, I was not supposed to feel gareeb in India. We had a deal—I come to India, spend a lot, and go back happily. But I just had tea worth ₹1,000. What is happening?” the man said in the video, questioning how locals manage daily expenses.

Traditionally, favorable currency conversion rates have given NRIs significant purchasing power during visits to India. However, the speaker claimed this advantage is diminishing rapidly in 2025, citing soaring prices across street food, hotels, and shopping.

Social media reactions ranged from agreement to sarcasm. “Finally someone said it. Prices are skyrocketing in India, that too with dropping quality,” commented one user. Another quipped, “Locals spend more without feeling the pinch… but NRIs cry a lot.”

Several users suggested the man avoid luxury hotels and opt for affordable alternatives. “Try sadak ki chai for less than a dollar and momos. You’ll feel normal,” one wrote. Others raised broader concerns about India’s wealth gap, warning that rising costs disproportionately impact the middle class and poor.

The viral post underscores a growing sentiment that the country’s economic boom is accompanied by steep inflation, leaving even foreign currency earners surprised at how expensive “everyday India” has become.

OPPO Find X8 Ultra: The Camera King of 2025

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The OPPO Find X8 Ultra refines an already strong formula, elevating smartphone photography to new heights. Building on the success of the Find X8 Pro, this flagship delivers a sharper design, powerful performance, and one of the most versatile camera systems ever seen on a phone. Unfortunately, its limited availability outside China prevents it from being an easy global recommendation.

Design and Display
OPPO has moved away from last year’s two-tone vegan leather finish, opting instead for a sleek matte back that feels both modern and understated. Despite its 6.8-inch size, the device is comfortable to hold thanks to its rounded edges. The flat LTPO AMOLED display offers a 120Hz refresh rate and an impressive 2,500-nit peak brightness, making HDR playback vibrant yet balanced.

Performance and Battery Life
Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite, the Find X8 Ultra delivers consistently smooth performance whether gaming, multitasking, or editing high-resolution content. Its 6,100mAh silicon–carbon battery is equally impressive, providing outstanding endurance—easily lasting into a second day of use under moderate workloads.

Cameras Built to Impress
The quad-camera setup is a standout: a 50MP one-inch main sensor, 50MP ultrawide, and dual 50MP telephoto lenses at 3x and 6x optical zoom. The main sensor captures exceptional detail with natural colors and excellent dynamic range, even in challenging low-light conditions. The 6x telephoto lens delivers superb clarity and doubles as a capable macro shooter, while video recording reaches new heights with smooth stabilisation, seamless lens switching, and 4K60 capture—soon to be upgraded to 4K120.

Drawbacks and Limitations
The replacement of OPPO’s classic alert slider with a less functional shortcut button is a step back, and the lack of global availability remains the device’s biggest drawback. Importing is possible but introduces added costs and potential carrier compatibility issues.

Verdict
The OPPO Find X8 Ultra combines class-leading cameras, exceptional battery life, and refined design, making it one of 2025’s most complete Android flagships. If it were widely available, it could challenge for the title of best smartphone of the year. For now, it’s a remarkable device that most people will only admire from afar.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Enterprise Edition Launched in India

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Samsung has launched the Galaxy Tab Active5 Enterprise Edition in India, a rugged 5G-enabled tablet tailored for industries operating in challenging environments. Available for advance booking starting 18 August, the tablet is priced at ₹49,999 for the 6GB+128GB model and ₹56,999 for the 8GB+256GB variant.

Designed for sectors such as defence, public safety, logistics, manufacturing, healthcare, and retail, the Galaxy Tab Active5 features an 8-inch 120Hz display, MIL-STD-810H certification, Gorilla Glass 5 protection, and an IP68-rated S Pen. It runs on Android 15, supports up to 1TB of expandable storage, and offers a replaceable 5,050mAh battery with a “No Battery Mode” for continuous power operation.

The Enterprise Edition includes a 36-month warranty (12 months for the battery), seven years of software updates, and a one-year subscription to Samsung Knox Suite. Businesses also receive access to bundled enterprise solutions, including Samsung SDS’s Brity Works collaboration platform, limited Brity Copilot AI tools, complimentary Zello push-to-talk services until December 2025, and discounts of up to 50% on Google Workspace subscriptions.

Connectivity options include 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC, with additional enterprise-friendly features such as programmable keys, biometric authentication, and loud speakers for noisy workplaces. The device ships with a rugged back cover, data cable, and S Pen included.

Naga Chaitanya’s Upcoming Projects Lineup

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Young Superstar Akkineni Naga Chaitanya’s upcoming lineup is shaping up to be strong. Following his 100-crore success with Tandem, his next projects are already locked in. Currently, he is shooting a high-budget mystical thriller directed by Karthik Dandu. Expectations are sky-high, especially since this is Chaitanya’s first big release after Virupaksha. The team is confident that the film will rake in over 100 crores at the box office.

Chaitanya and his team are working smoothly, avoiding unnecessary hype and focusing on delivering the best output. The film, reportedly titled Vrush Karma, is scheduled for release later this year. Once this project wraps, Chaitanya will move on to the Shiva Nirvana project, a heartfelt love story inspired by real-life events.

Meanwhile, two other directors’ names are also being discussed for potential collaborations. Koratala Shiva is said to have pitched a story with a social theme, which Chaitanya liked and agreed to pursue. In addition, mass-action director Boyapati Srinu reportedly reached out to Chaitanya with an action-packed storyline, and Chaitanya responded positively.

However, clarity on these projects will take some time. Chaitanya is currently busy with his ongoing schedules, Boyapati is tied up with Akhand 2, and Koratala has availability but the NTR Devara 2 project has been delayed. Even though Koratala’s story is ready, it will take time before production can begin. In the meantime, Chaitanya’s availability will determine whether he starts Shiva Nirvana first or collaborates on Koratala’s project.

This period of careful planning suggests that Chaitanya is strategically aligning his releases for maximum impact while keeping multiple options in play.

Manchu Brothers Edge Towards Reconciliation

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The well-known Manchu family feud hardly needs an introduction. The conflict between brothers Vishnu and Manoj Manchu had once blown up into a storm, with local and even international media extensively covering the drama. The family feud became a topic of discussion across Telugu states and throughout India. During that time, Manchu Mohan Babu, unable to handle media intrusion into the family matter, responded in ways that surprised many.

However, signs now suggest that the Manchu brothers may be on the path to reconciliation. Earlier, during the release of Kannappa, Manoj had publicly appreciated the film team, including his brother Vishnu and their father. Vishnu himself had played a dual role as producer and lead actor in the film. Recently, Manoj publicly congratulated Vishnu’s son Avram for receiving a debut award for his performance in Kannappa, expressing his pride and affection: “Avram, it makes me so proud to see you… Congratulations! Keep shining, son. Seeing Vishnu Anna and our father receive this award too is very special… Lots of love to you all.” This heartfelt message, extending not just to his nephew but also to his brother and father, has become a talking point.

Before the release of Kannappa, there was some tension. Manoj avoided mentioning Vishnu’s name while wishing the team all the best, and during his review, he still refrained from acknowledging his brother. Many thought the rift was far from being resolved. But now, things appear to be changing. Manoj is openly addressing Vishnu as “Anna,” showing warmth and affection. Fans feel this is the right moment for reconciliation. If Vishnu responds positively, the brothers could repair their old bond.

As for the cause of their dispute, the public remains unclear. Some speculate it was over property, while others insist it was merely an ego clash. Certain media reports suggested Manoj’s dissatisfaction stemmed from perceived favoritism towards Vishnu in the family. However, no official clarity has emerged.

Earlier, in an interview, director-producer Tammareddy Bharadwaja stated that he takes responsibility for bringing the Manchu brothers together. During turbulent times, the feud escalated like a storm. He emphasized that addressing the tensions and reconciling the brothers at the right moment is crucial. Whether Tammareddy can skillfully play this role as a close family insider remains to be seen.

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చికిత్స పొందుతూ మరొకరు మృతి Sri Krishna Janmashtami Celebrations Turns Tragic At Ramanthapur

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చికిత్స పొందుతూ మరొకరు మృతి Sri Krishna Janmashtami Celebrations Turns Tragic At Ramanthapur .

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కిరణ్ అబ్బవరం–శ్రీకాంత్ అడ్డాల కొత్త సినిమా హైలైట్

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టాలీవుడ్ యువ హీరోలలో కిరణ్ అబ్బవరం కొత్త ఉత్సాహంతో సినిమాలు చేస్తున్నారు. సినీ నేపథ్యం లేకుండా వచ్చినప్పటికీ, కిరణ్ తన ప్రతిభతో ప్రేక్షకుల మనసు గెలుచుకున్నారు. కెరీర్ ప్రారంభంలో కొంత మందికి అనుమానం ఉండగా, ఇప్పుడు హీరోగా తన ఐడెంటిటీని సంపాదించడంలో విజయవంతమయ్యాడు.

ఇతర అవకాశాలను మిస్ చేసినప్పటికీ, కిరణ్ తన గత ప్రాజెక్ట్ కె ర్యాంప్ తో మళ్లీ హిట్ టార్గెట్ సాధించారు. కె ర్యాంప్ నుంచి రీసెంట్‌గా వచ్చిన టీజర్ కూడా ప్రేక్షకులను ఆకట్టుకుంది.

ఇటువంటి నేపథ్యంలో, కిరణ్ పాపులర్ డైరెక్టర్ శ్రీకాంత్ అడ్డాలతో కొత్త ప్రాజెక్ట్‌లో నటించనున్నట్లు సమాచారం. శ్రీకాంత్ అడ్డాల కొత్త బంగారు లోకం సినిమా ద్వారా బ్లాక్ బస్టర్ హిట్ సాధించారు. అయితే, లాస్ట్ ఇయర్ పెదకాపు ఫ్లాప్ అవ్వడంతో, ఆయన కొంత వెనక్కి తగ్గారు. తాజాగా, శ్రీకాంత్ కిరణ్ కి ఒక కథ చెప్పగా, అది కిరణ్ కి నచ్చడంతో ప్రాజెక్ట్ కు ఓకే చెప్పారట.

ఈ సినిమాలో రానా కూడా ఇన్వాల్వ్ అవుతున్నట్లు, మరియు రానా కో-ప్రొడ్యూస్ చేస్తోన్నట్టు టాక్ ఉంది. ఈ కాంబినేషన్ ద్వారా కిరణ్ అబ్బవరం–శ్రీకాంత్ అడ్డాల సినిమా ప్రత్యేకంగా ఉండనుందని చెప్పవచ్చు.

శ్రీకాంత్ అడ్డాల మంచి టాలెంట్ ఉన్న డైరెక్టర్. తన సెన్సిటివ్ సినిమాల తర్వాత పెదకాపు ద్వారా యాక్షన్ రూట్ లోకి అడుగుపెట్టాడు. ఆ సినిమా వర్క్ కాకపోవడంతో కొంత వెనక్కి తగ్గాడు. ఇప్పుడు కిరణ్ అబ్బవరం సినిమాతో మళ్లీ ట్రాక్ ఎక్కాలని చూస్తున్నారు.

అలాగే, కిరణ్ కె ర్యాంప్తో పాటు చెన్నై లవ్ స్టోరీ అనే సినిమా కూడా చేస్తున్నారు. ఆ సినిమా టీజర్ కూడా ప్రేక్షకులను ఇంప్రెస్ చేసింది. కె ర్యాంప్ లో యుక్తి తరేజా హీరోయిన్ గా నటిస్తుండగా, చెన్నై లవ్ స్టోరీలో గౌరి ప్రియ హీరోయిన్ గా నటిస్తున్నారు.

ఎన్టీఆర్ శక్తి సినిమా: భారీ అంచనాలు, డిజాస్టర్ ఫలితం

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యంగ్ టైగర్ ఎన్టీఆర్ నటించిన శక్తి సినిమా భారీ అంచనాల మధ్య తెరకెక్కింది. మెహెర్ రమేష్ డైరెక్షన్‌లో రూపొందిన ఈ సినిమాను వైజయంతి బ్యానర్ లో అశ్వనిదత్ నిర్మించారు. అందుకు ముందు, కంత్రి సినిమాలో ఎన్టీఆర్ కు మంచి సక్సెస్ ఇచ్చిన మెహెర్ రమేష్, శక్తి కథను ఎన్టీఆర్ కు చెప్పినప్పుడు తారక్ తాకేలా ఎగ్జైట్ అయ్యారని తెలిపారు. అశ్వనిదత్ గారు ఈ కథను నిర్మించడానికి సిద్దమయ్యారు.

కథ విన్నాక, డివోషనల్ పాయింట్లు చేర్చితే సినిమా ఇంకా బాగా రానుందన్నారు. రీసెంట్ ఇంటర్వ్యూలో, మెహెర్ రమేష్ శక్తి వెనక జరిగిన కొన్ని ఇంట్రెస్టింగ్ విషయాలను షేర్ చేశారు. తాను రాసుకున్న కథలో డివోషనల్ ఎలిమెంట్స్ కోసం భారవి, యండమూరి వీరేంద్రనాద్, సత్యానంద్ లాంటి వారిని స్క్రిప్ట్‌లో చేర్చారు. తాను అనుకున్న శక్తి కథ వేరు, కానీ డివోషనల్ పాయింట్ చేర్చడానికి వీరందరూ జాయిన్ అయ్యారు.

అప్పుడే డౌట్స్ వచ్చి అశ్వనిదత్ గారిని అడిగితే, “శక్తి అంటే అమ్మవారు ఏమీ పర్లేదు, బడ్జెట్ గురించి ఆలోచించొద్దు” అని చెప్పారు. మెహెర్ రమేష్ అనుకున్న విధంగా 20–25 కోట్ల బడ్జెట్‌లో సినిమా తీయాలని నిర్ణయించుకున్నప్పటికీ, డివోషనల్ మరియు ఇతర ఎలిమెంట్స్ చేర్చడంతో బడ్జెట్ పెరిగిపోయింది.

అయితే ఇప్పటికీ శక్తి సినిమా ప్రొడక్షన్ వాల్యూస్, క్వాలిటీ, సాంగ్స్ ప్రత్యేకంగా ఉంటాయని మెహెర్ రమేష్ అన్నారు. అయితే ఈ సినిమా తన కెరీర్‌లో బిగ్గెస్ట్ లాస్ ప్రాజెక్ట్ గా ఉంది. అశ్వనిదత్ గారు కూడా దీన్ని ప్రస్తావిస్తూ, ఆ రోజుల్లోనే 40 కోట్ల వరకు భారీ నష్టాలైనట్లు చెప్పారు.

తన రాసుకున్న కథ వేరు, కానీ నిర్మాణం కారణంగా డివోషనల్ అంశాలు చేర్చబడిన తర్వాత ఫైనల్ ఫలితం అలా వచ్చింది అని మెహెర్ రమేష్ పేర్కొన్నారు. ఏదేమైనా, శక్తి సినిమా మంచి ఛాన్స్ మిస్ చేసుకుంది. 2011లో భారీ అంచనాలతో వచ్చిన ఈ సినిమా చివరికి డిజాస్టర్ అయింది. తర్వాత మెహెర్ రమేష్ షాడో, భోళా శంకర్ వంటి వరుస ఫ్లాప్స్‌ని ఎదుర్కొన్నారు.

సాయి తేజ్-మారుతి జంటకు కొత్త అవకాశం

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మెగా మేనల్లుడు సాయి దుర్గ తేజ్ తన కెరీర్‌లో చాలా జాగ్రత్తగా సినిమాలు ఎంచుకుంటున్న సంగతి తెలిసిందే. కంగారు పడే కథలకు లేదా అప్రమత్తమైన ప్రాజెక్ట్‌లకు సంబంధించిన అవకాశాలను మినహాయిస్తూ,_selective గా సినిమాలను ఎంచుకుంటున్నాడు. ఈ కారణంగా కొన్నిసార్లు కొత్త సినిమాల విడుదల ఆలస్యమవుతూనే ఉంది.

ప్రస్తుతం, సాయి తేజ్ కే.పి. రోహిత్ హీరోగా నటిస్తున్న ‘సంబరాల ఏటిగట్టు’ సినిమా షూటింగ్ ముగింపు దశకు చేరింది. ఇది పీరియాడిక్ యాక్షన్ డ్రామా కాబట్టి, త్వరలో మిగతా పనులను పూర్తి చేసి ప్రేక్షకుల ముందుకు తీసుకు రావడానికి ప్రయత్నాలు జరుగుతున్నాయి.

ఇలాంటి సందర్భంలో, సాయి తేజ్ తదుపరి ఏ దర్శకుడితో పని చేస్తాడో అనేది ప్రస్తుతం చర్చనీయ అంశం. తాజాగా తెలిసిన సమాచారం ప్రకారం, ఆయన ‘టైగర్ నాగేశ్వరరావు’ దర్శకుడు వంశీతో పని చేయడానికి ఫిక్స్ అయ్యారట. సాధారణంగా ప్లాప్ దర్శకుడితో సినిమా చేయడం ప్రమాదం, కానీ ఈ సందర్భంలో కథపై మారుతి పూర్తి మద్దతు ఇచ్చారు.

సాయి తేజ్ కొత్త సినిమా కోసం కథ, కథనాల సమీక్ష, దర్శక పర్యవేక్షణలను మారుతి చూసుకుంటున్నారట. అదనంగా, ఈ ప్రాజెక్ట్‌ను మారుతి స్వయంగా నిర్మించడానికి సిద్ధమవుతున్నారు. ఇది ముందుగా సాయి తేజ్ మరియు మారుతి కలిసి చేసిన ‘పండగ చేస్కో’ సినిమా తర్వాత మరోసారి వారి కాంబినేషన్ సాధ్యమవుతుందని दर्शిస్తోంది.

వంశీ గురించి చెప్పాలంటే, టైగర్ నాగేశ్వరరావు సినిమాతో బాక్సాఫీస్ వద్ద ఆశించిన స్థాయిలో విజయాన్ని పొందలేదు. కథ, కథనం పరంగా ఫెయిల్ అయినప్పటికీ, మేకింగ్ పాయింట్ లో సమస్య లేదు. ఈ కారణంగా సాయి తేజ్-మారుతి జంటకు మరో అవకాశం దక్కింది. అధికారిక సమాచారం త్వరలో వెలువడే అవకాశం ఉందని నికర వర్గాలు వెల్లడించాయి.

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దమ్ముంటే రా..రా..రా! | TDP Devineni Uma Challenges to YS Jagan | Amaravati | AP News

Rajinikanth’s Coolie Dominates War 2 at Box Office

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The big box-office battle has begun — Rajinikanth’s Coolie vs Hrithik Roshan–NTR’s War 2. Both films stormed into theatres on August 14, cashing in on the Independence Day holiday wave. And after four days, the scoreboard shows one clear winner: Rajini, the undisputed Boss!

At the domestic box office, Coolie is roaring with a massive ₹194.25 crore, while War 2 trails behind at ₹173.60 crore. On day four alone, Rajini powered through with ₹35 crore, against War 2’s ₹31 crore, widening the gap to a solid ₹20.65 crore.

The opening numbers set the tone. Coolie exploded with ₹65 crore on day one, overshadowing War 2’s ₹52.5 crore. Though NTR and Hrithik bounced back on day two with ₹57.35 crore, briefly overtaking Rajini’s ₹54.75 crore, the tables turned soon after. From day three, Rajini reclaimed dominance, earning ₹39.5 crore while War 2 slipped to ₹33.25 crore.

Sunday was no different — both slowed slightly, but Rajini still held strong at ₹35 crore, outpacing War 2’s ₹31 crore.

Globally too, Coolie is rewriting Tamil cinema records, smashing past ₹320 crore worldwide. Meanwhile, War 2 has crossed ₹215 crore, but its momentum appears to be cooling.

The verdict so far? Coolie is leading the box-office war in style, while War 2 faces an uphill battle. With the holiday weekend wrapped, week two will decide if Rajini holds his throne or if NTR and Hrithik can pull off a dramatic comeback.

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Rahul Sipliganj Gets Engaged to Harini

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Rahul Sipliganj, the voice that turned Telangana’s folk beats into global chartbusters, has entered a new phase in life. The singer, who recently received ₹1 crore from Telangana CM Revanth Reddy, got engaged to Harini, marking a joyous personal milestone.

At the ceremony, Rahul looked regal in a silver sherwani adorned with intricate detailing, while Harini stunned in a vibrant red lehenga, exuding grace and charm. The setting, with jasmine décor and traditional garlands, radiated warmth, while the couple’s genuine smiles made the occasion feel intimate and heartfelt.

For fans who grooved to Rahul’s hits like Pedda Puli, Ranga Ranga, and the Oscar-winning Naatu Naatu, this was a refreshing glimpse of the singer beyond the stage lights. Away from the microphones and cheering crowds, Rahul appeared as a man deeply content, cherishing a new bond.

This engagement is more than just a step toward marriage—it symbolizes a new rhythm in Rahul’s life, one filled with love and companionship. As his music continues to win hearts, Harini will now be part of every beat in his journey ahead.

YCP to Back NDA’s Vice Presidential Candidate

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In an unexpected political turn, the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) has reportedly decided to extend support to the NDA’s Vice-Presidential candidate, Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan. The move has already triggered intense debate in political circles.

What makes this development striking is that YSRCP remains the only opposition party in the country that continues to back the ruling NDA at the Centre, despite being its prime political rival in Andhra Pradesh. Analysts find the stance ironic — while the NDA alliance ousted YSRCP from power in the state, the party still maintains a cooperative equation with the BJP in Delhi.

The decision has drawn sharp criticism from opposition leaders, who allege that Jagan Mohan Reddy’s ongoing legal challenges are influencing his political choices. They argue that YSRCP’s consistent support to the BJP, even after losing power, reflects a strategy focused more on Jagan’s personal safeguards than on the larger interests of the state or his party.

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