Ranga Reddy district police on Thursday filed a case under SC/ST Atrocities (Prevention) Act against film producer-actor Bandla Ganesh and his brother Shiva Babu for abusing a Dalit couple in a land dispute.

According to Assistant Commissioner of Police Surender, Bandla Ganesh entered into an agreement with one Dr Dilip Chandra of Shadnagar town for purchase of lands and poultry farms on the outskirts of Boorgula village of Farookhnagar mandal.

As per the agreement, Bandla Ganesh was supposed to pay certain amount as advance to Dr Dileep, so that the latter could clear all his bank loans taken by him by mortgaging the properties, so that they could be registered in the name of Bandla Ganesh.

However, the producer could not pay the advance amount on time, as a result of which the bank authorities seized the properties and the house of Dr Dileep Chandra.

Subsequently, Dr Dileep got the properties registered in the name of Ganesh through bank authorities. However, Ganesh did not pay the balance amount to Dr Dileep.

When he, along with his wife Krishna Veni (who is also the local municipal councillor) went to the poultry farm of Bandla Ganesh, the latter abused them and refused to pay the amount. Bandla Ganesh’s brother Shiva Babu also abused them referring to their caste.

Based on the complaint given by councillor Krishna Veni, the police booked a case against Bandla Ganesh and his brother, the ACP said.

Ever since there is mixed and negative talk about Agnyaathavaasi doing rounds, many film industry experts are worried about the collections of the film. But after looking second-day occupancy rates and first day’s mammoth 39+ crores share collected, it looks like the film is going to take trade pundits by a surprise.

Apparently, inside the film, we have a hero and his father’s character coming up with ‘Plan B’ for everything. To face his enemies, hero’s father will create his own son as a Plan B. Coming to reality, while Agnyaathavaasi is Plan A for Telugu audiences, Plan B is a choice to watch other movies like Jai Simha, Rangula Ratnam and also Gang. And now that this Pawan Kalyan starrer got poor reviews, many felt like Plan B will work at box office.

But in reality, talk is coming like all other films in the race are movies with content that appeals to limited sections of the audience. While Jai Simha is purely mass, Gang is dubbed film and Rangularatnam is a pure A-centre film. In that case, Agnyaathavaasi will have its advantage even with a below average talk.

Trade experts are saying that nearly 65-75 crores ‘share’ will be coming for this film as Trivikram’s ‘Plan A’ has that star power and ability to stand the rough weather even. Let’s see what happens.

Creative director Sukumar’s first production venture, ‘Kumari 21F’ made bold actress Hebah Patel an overnight star in Tollywood. She created a sensation with her authentic portrayal of a very bold role. Her bold dialogues and lip locks with Raj Tarun made Hebah the new favorite of Youth. Is the gorgeous actress gearing up for another sensational film?

Hebah has recently signed a film in the direction of ‘Minugurulu’ fame Ayodhya Kumar. She will romance child artiste turned hero Teja Sajja in the film, which has been titled, “Srilakshmi & 24 Kisses”. The interesting title has become a topic of discussion on social media, especially since Hebah is on board.

Buzz in film circles is that Hebah’s character will be very bold in the film and that the title refers to her character’s name. Is she going to kiss the young hero 24 times in the movie? Ayodhya Kumar, who made an unconventional film earlier, would most likely have scripted another unconventional film, and by signing Hebah, he sort of confirmed that it would be a bold attempt.

Despite a roaring opening at marquee, Pawan Kalyan’s landmark 25th film has got a divide talk. With the film’s second half turning out to be a damp squib, the film failed to attract the critics and Pawan’s fans.

However, here is our exclusive – Pawan’s reaction on the mixed talk for Agnyaathavaasi. As per the inside buzz, Pawan is said to be stoic silent over the reaction and doesn’t want anyone to comment as he feels it is too early.

He apparently directed everyone in the team to put maximum efforts in promoting the film till the last day of its run at cinemas and wants to see where the film finally ends. Later on, he is expected to take a final call depending on then situation.

Meanwhile, Pawan is said to be most thankful to audience for their immense love and support that was clearly proved with the thunderous openings across the globe. Surpassing all the non-Baahubali records, the first Day record of Agnyaathavaasi is only next to Baahubali 2.

Already, Pawan had wholeheartedly thanked all the audiences in overseas for their never-ending love for the huge release of his film in over 576-plus locations. Now, he is of the opinion that he is so indebted to all the unconditional love of his fans across the world. He may soon thank all the audiences who watched the film and supported him, film’s makers.

After permitting Pawan Kalyan’s Agnyaathavaasi to have special late night shows from 1 AM to 10 AM from Jan 10th to Jan 17th, Andhra Pradesh state government has announced similar benefit to Balakrishna-starrer Jai Simha which is all set to hit the screens on Jan 12.

In a statement, AP government said, “From Tomorrow (Jan 12, 2018), Jai Simha movie is permitted to screen 24X7 i.e to have special shows from 1 AM to 10 AM. This is applicable till Jan 16, 2018.”

The state government has reasoned that the move is to curb the ‘crowds’ at theatres and to avoid the sale of ‘black tickets’.

AP state government’s decision is expected to help the distributors, buyers of Jai Simha in a big way and this is indeed a feast for Balayya’s die-hard fans. The theatrical rights of the film featuring Nayantara, Hari Priya and Natasha Doshi has been sold at 27 Crore.

Needless to say that this is indeed a Sankranthi gift to Balayya from Chandrababu Naidu.

Creative genius Ram Gopal Varma, who is known for pushing the envelope creatively and unabashedly, is coming up with another sensational project. In the series of making erotic and underworld-based films, Varma has directed internationally popular ‘Adult actress’ Mia Malkova, 25, in his new project, who title is as bold as his vision – “God, Sex and Truth: A Philosophical Treatise Of Mia Malkova”.

The news has been broken by Mia herself by releasing a poster of the film. The other posters that she she has shared from the project gives a glimpse of what to expect from the erotic project shot in Europe. As soon as Mia shared the film’s posters, they started trending on social media, thanks to the famed names of RGV and Mia herself. The trailer will be out on January 16.

Mia is excited that she is the second adult star after Sunny Leone to make debut in Indian entertainment industry.

Stylish Star Allu Arjun, who regards his father Allu Aravind as his most favorite person in the world, celebrated his father’s birthday in a warm manner. He surprised Aravind with a cozy cake cutting arrangement, surrounded by only family members. In the pic, Allu Aravind looks overwhelmed as his son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren cheer him as he cuts the cake.

Bunny holds a special place for his father in his heart. Without the planning and support of Aravind, Bunny might not have become what he is today. A proud father and a caring son they are.