Category: Entertainment

The makers of director Krish Thirukumaran’s eagerly awaited action entertainer, ‘Retta Thala’, featuring actor Arun Vijay in the lead, recently released an action-packed trailer that has thrilled fans and film enthusiasts alike.

Trailer Release Announcement

BTG Universal, the production house behind the film, took to social media to share the trailer, stating: “A storm with two minds. One mission. @arunvijayno1’s #RettaThala Trailer Out Now. Worldwide #Christmas release 25-DEC-25. Produced By @bbobby @BTGUniversal. Directed By- @kris_thiru1. A @SamCSmusic’s Musical.”

Two Characters and Their Story

In ‘Retta Thala’, Arun Vijay showcases his versatility by portraying two distinct characters. The newly released trailer opens with a voiceover: “Life recall People say a collection of happy memories is a good life. Whether it’s my life or my memories, I was happy only when I was with Andre.”

The character Andre, played by Siddhi Idnani, further expresses, “We live only once; we should live to the fullest.” This hints that one of Arun Vijay’s characters shares a romantic relationship with Andre.

A Twist of Revenge

As the trailer unfolds, Tanya Ravichandran’s character reveals, “I will gift this blank cheque to whoever kills the killer of my husband.” This element of revenge adds depth to the narrative. Additionally, Hareesh Peradi’s character ominously states, “From this day on, his days are numbered.”

Arun Vijay’s character then ominously declares, “Death is laughing at me, saying, ‘I have surrounded you.’ It’s me against death. This will be a fight to the finish.”

A Blend of Genres

The trailer showcases a captivating mix of action, romance, revenge, and drama. Arun Vijay, in a previous interview, described ‘Retta Thala’ as a gripping action thriller, shedding light on how “the shades of grey in all individuals start to show simultaneously.”

He revealed the names of his characters: one is called Malpe Upendra, while the other is named Kali.

Star-Studded Cast and Technical Team

Directed by Kris Thirukumaran, the film also features Siddhi Idnani, Tanya Ravichandran, Yogi Samy, John Vijay, Hareesh Peradi, and Balaji Murugadoss in pivotal roles.

The technical team is noteworthy, with music by Sam CS and cinematography by Tijo Tomy. The film’s editing is handled by Anthony, while art direction is credited to Arunshankar Durai. With high-octane action sequences, the stunts have been choreographed by P.C. Stunts. Costume design is attributed to Kiruthika Sekar, and the songs have been choreographed by Suren R and Bobby Antony.

Fans eagerly anticipate the film’s release on December 25, 2025, looking forward to what promises to be an enthralling cinematic experience.

The 25th film of National Award-winning actor Bobby Simha was launched with great enthusiasm through a traditional pooja ceremony.

Film Details
This exciting new bilingual film features Hebah Patel alongside Bobby Simha in lead roles. Directed by Meher Yaramati, it is produced by Yuva Krishna under the Yuva Productions banner.

Ceremony Highlights
At the launch event, Vamsi Nandipati switched on the camera for the first shot, while Tanikella Bharani presented the script to the team. The entire film unit was present to celebrate the occasion.

Cast and Crew
Veteran actor Tanikella Bharani and Surya Srinivas will play significant roles in the movie. On the technical side, G Krishna Das will serve as the cinematographer, with music composed by Siddharth Sadashivuni. The art direction is managed by Vivek Annamalai, and the script has been penned by Vamsi K and Yashwant Sana.

Producer’s Remarks
During the inaugural function, producer Yuva Krishna expressed, “Director Meher is a close friend of mine. I have listened to many stories, but when he narrated this one, I was completely convinced. It is a wonderful script with great scope for performance. Bobby Simha was my first choice for this film. Although he was busy, he liked the story and immediately agreed to join. As a producer, I assure you that we will make this film without compromise and give it everything it deserves.”

Actor’s Perspective
Bobby Simha shared his excitement, saying, “It is a pleasure to meet you all again after ‘Waltair Veerayya.’ When I was looking for a strong Telugu film as a hero, producer Yuva narrated this script to me. I found it very challenging and different. Tanikella Bharani garu plays my grandfather, and acting with him is a great joy. Hebah Patel is an excellent performer. We have a passionate and committed team. The shooting will start in Vizag from December 22, and we seek all your blessings.”

This production promises an engaging story and a dedicated team, setting the stage for a memorable cinematic experience.

Television actress Juhi Parmar recently celebrated her birthday and expressed her heartfelt gratitude for the love she received from fans and loved ones.

Memorable Birthday Celebration

Juhi shared numerous photos from her joyful birthday celebrations. She captured the moment with a touching caption: “THIS WAS THE BEST BIRTHDAY EVER.” She mentioned how she has always waited for her daughter to say this to her, but this time, it was Juhi who felt it. “My little one planned my day with so much love, care and attention to every tiny detail, and my heart has never felt so full. There is no feeling greater than watching your child celebrate ‘YOU’,” she wrote.

She added, “To be celebrated by your child, to feel that pure, selfless love, is the greatest blessing of all. With my parents by my side, my daughter holding my hand, and love surrounding me, I couldn’t have asked for anything more. Grateful beyond words. Thank you, God, for showering me with the most beautiful blessings of life. #blessed #family #love #togetherness #birthday.”

Cherished Family Moments

In the shared photos, Juhi was seen wearing a birthday sash, as her parents lovingly kissed her cheek. Her daughter, Samaira, was also seen holding her hands while posing together. Juhi has always expressed her close bond with Samaira, especially as a single parent, often sharing dance videos featuring them both.

The mother-daughter duo takes trips each year to spend quality time together and strengthen their bond. A few months back, Juhi posted a delightful video on her social media, where they twinned in white T-shirts and jeans, recreating the “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai…” dance steps set to the tune of “Yeh Ladka Hai Deewana.”

In that post, she reflected, “She was once the little hand in mine. Now she’s the one I laugh with, confide in, and walk beside as my best friend. My Ginni, the journey from mother and daughter to best friends has been nothing short of bliss. What a blessing it is to grow into friendship with your own child. Wishing you all a happy Sunday with your loved ones. Keep loving and keep creating wonderful memories.”

A Glimpse into Juhi’s Life

For those unfamiliar, Juhi was married to actor Sachin Shroff in February 2009 in Jaipur. They welcomed their daughter, Samairra, in January 2013 but parted ways in 2018, officially filing for divorce.

On the professional front, Juhi debuted in Hindi television with the series “Woh.” She appeared in “Choodiyan,” “Yeh Jeevan Hai,” and the first season of “Rishtey.” Juhi gained significant recognition in 2002 with the popular show “Kumkum- Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan,” starring alongside Hussain Kuwajerwala. Her role as Kumkum became one of the iconic characters in Indian television.

Juhi later won the reality show Bigg Boss season 14, further solidifying her place in the entertainment industry.

Two-time National Award-winning music director G V Prakash has revealed that actor Siva Karthikeyan has sung a rebel song for his highly anticipated upcoming film, ‘Parasakthi’, directed by Sudha Kongara.

G V Prakash took to his social media platforms to announce, “#SK sings for #parasakthi the rebel song #tharakkutharakku @Siva_Kartikeyan @Sudha_Kongara @DawnPicturesOff,” along with a picture featuring himself, the director, and the actor.

This announcement about Siva Karthikeyan performing ‘Tharakku Tharakku’, a notable rebel song, comes shortly after the release of the film’s third single, ‘Nammakaana Kaalam’.

‘Nammakaana Kaalam’, a celebration anthem, features the talents of Haricharan, Nakash Aziz, and Velmurugan, with lyrics penned by Arivu. Notably, the song contains phrases that stress the importance of standing up for one’s language, leading industry insiders to speculate that the film may tackle the significant language issues that affected the state during the sixties and seventies.

Siva Karthikeyan began dubbing for ‘Parasakthi’ in the last week of November. Dawn Pictures released a video showcasing the actor dubbing under Sudha Kongara’s supervision, stating, “When his voice turns into a storm. @sivakarthikeyan begins dubbing for #Parasakthi – Coming to theatres on January 14th.”

The film also features actress Sreeleela, who plays the female lead, and actor Ravi Mohan as the antagonist, both of whom have completed their dubbing. Significantly, Sreeleela has lent her own voice for this role.

The shooting of ‘Parasakthi’ was officially wrapped on October 21, with the Pollachi schedule concluding in August. Sources indicate that crucial sequences were filmed during this schedule, which commenced on July 18, although Siva Karthikeyan joined the crew a bit later.

It’s worth noting that the first filming schedule took place in Madurai, followed by a second schedule in Sri Lanka, with Pollachi being the third location in Tamil Nadu.

‘Parasakthi’ has generated significant interest among fans and film enthusiasts. This period film, featuring Atharvaa, is believed to be set in the 1960s in the erstwhile state of Madras.

A recently released teaser reveals that the narrative unfolds at Pachaiyappa’s college in Madras. Here, Siva Karthikeyan’s character emerges as a fearless leader, determined to galvanize students into a protest against an unjust system that enforces edicts like ‘Students – do not touch’. Interestingly, the teaser shows this order altered to read, ‘Do not touch students’.

Furthermore, the teaser hints that Ravi Mohan’s character is determined to kill Siva Karthikeyan’s character.

‘Parasakthi’, initially referred to as #SK25, marking it as Siva Karthikeyan’s 25th film, features music by G V Prakash and cinematography by the seasoned Ravi K Chandran. Stunts are choreographed by Supreme Sundar. The film is slated for release on January 14, coinciding with the Pongal festival.

The makers of director Yadunaath Maruthi Rao’s upcoming entertainer have revealed the film’s title as ‘Vishnu Vinyasam’, featuring actor Sree Vishnu in the lead role.

Produced by Sumanth Naidu G under the Sree Subrahmanyeshwara Cinemas banner, this is the third production from the team. Hema and Shalini are presenting the film, with Sai Krishna Bobba and Ramachary M serving as co-producers.

Stylish Title Reveal

The title was revealed through a captivating animated video that also gives a sneak peek into the story’s backdrop.

Set in an urban environment, the glimpse showcases Sree Vishnu riding through the city on a custom-made yellow motorcycle. The intriguing title ‘Vishnu Vinyasam’ perfectly encapsulates the actor’s quirky screen persona.

Highlighting his eccentric antics and signature humour, the title reveal features the catchy tagline, “No Brakes – Just Laughs.” The playful voiceover adds to the excitement, declaring, “History, Numerology, Astrology were all invented for him,” hinting at a fun-filled ride led by an unforgettable protagonist.

Sree Vishnu is known for selecting unique and entertaining stories, and this film seems to be yet another offbeat project in his repertoire.

Strong Ensemble Cast

Nayana Sarika will take on the female lead alongside a talented ensemble cast that includes Satya, Brahmaji, Praveen, Murali Sharma, Srikanth Iyyengar, Satyam Rajesh, Srinivas Vadlamani, and Goparaju Ramana.

The project features an experienced technical team: Sai Sriram will handle the cinematography, Radhan is composing the music, A Ramanjaneyulu is in charge of art direction, and Kartikeyan Rohini will oversee the editing.

Film Completion Update

Sources close to the unit reveal that the entire talkie portion of the film has already been completed. With only two songs left to be shot, the film is nearing completion.

Interestingly, the makers have confirmed that the movie is set for a theatrical release in February next year.

Filmmaker Karan Johar, who leads a thriving production house and a talent management company alongside Bunty Sajdeh, recently took to social media to share heartfelt sentiments as the two part ways professionally.

In a touching post featuring a picture with Bunty Sajdeh, Karan expressed, “Bunty and I have been dear friends for many, many years…. We took a leap into the professional zone with DCA …. After that, Dharma took a major step by selling a stake and creating a large entertainment conglomerate…. That move needed us to integrate all our verticals under one large umbrella.”

He continued, “Bunty and I mutually agreed to part ways and yet keep our strong friendship and equation exactly the way it’s always been ….. I look forward to seeing his new foray into the world of talent management and will always be a brother by his side…. Best of luck to both of us @buntysajdeh … Big love to you always.”

For those who may not know, this professional separation marks the conclusion of the five-year partnership behind Dharma Cornerstone Agency (DCA), a collaborative venture established between Dharma Productions and Cornerstone.

DCA, popularly known in the industry, has become a significant player in talent management, representing a diverse array of film and music personalities, including Tiger Shroff, Ananya Panday, Janhvi Kapoor, Tripti Dimri, Aditya Roy Kapur, Ibrahim Ali Khan, Shanaya Kapoor, and others.

Karan Johar is currently enjoying the success of his latest movie, Homebound, featuring Janhavi Kapoor, Ishaan Khatter, and Vishal Jethwa.

Reality show Bigg Boss Season 19 first runner-up Farrhana Bhatt recently celebrated her success with an extravagant party attended by nearly all her fellow contestants. Among the guests was Kunickaa Sadanand, who seemed to thoroughly enjoy the festivities.

At the event, Kunickaa was accompanied by her son, Ayaan Lall. Farrhana shared a lively video on her social media, showcasing a joyful dance to the song “Teri Baaton Mein Uljha Jiya,” featuring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. Ayaan, Kunickaa, and others joined her on stage, but it was clear that Farrhana and Ayaan were lost in their own world, exchanging glances and enjoying the moment together.

For those who might not know, Ayaan had entered the Bigg Boss house a few weeks earlier during the family week, representing Kunickaa. During that episode, Farrhana was seen excitedly rushing to greet Ayaan, which sparked a lot of buzz online. Their heartfelt hug was a highlight for many fans, who noted the “spark” between them.

During his time in the house, Ayaan encouraged his mother, assuring her not to feel discouraged and saying that she was not being forgotten. He also shared how his brief appearance with Salman Khan on the BB 19 stage had significantly impacted his life.

Ayaan expressed, “Jahan main chalta hoon, vahan log mujhe bolte hain ki tu Kunickaa ka beta hai? I cannot take public transport or walk in public freely. Here, 15 minutes with Salman sir has changed my life.” This showcases how quickly fame can alter one’s daily life.

Hollywood actress Kristen Stewart is diving deep into her marriage with director-writer Dylan Meyer.

The 35-year-old actress expressed that being married to Dylan has significantly reshaped her sense of home and identity, as reported by ‘Female First UK’. The couple tied the knot in their garden in Los Angeles, and Kristen has shared her gratitude for the family she has created.

In an interview with ‘Esquire’ magazine, she remarked, “It’s so nice to have a family. It’s so nice to not be an unmoored individual. Dylan came into my life, and I immediately was like, ‘It’s so important to handpick and curate the people that surround you’.”

Kristen praised one of Dylan’s standout qualities—her refusal to tolerate nonsense, a dynamic that she feels strengthens her own outlook. She elaborated, “Dylan just does not suffer fools. I may not always seem like it, but I really am kind of a ‘nice guy’. It’s just bolstering to be with someone that reminds you that your life is in your hands.”

According to ‘Female First UK’, Kristen also appreciates her moments of solitude in the mornings before her wife heads to work. She shared, “I am so with people all the time. I’m an Aries, so it’s rare that I’m not in a group. I like to steal time and remind myself to be alone.”

The couple got engaged in 2021 after two years together. As they look towards starting a family, Kristen and Dylan have taken steps to freeze their eggs.

Kristen revealed, “We’ve done really annoying things like freeze our eggs and stuff. So if we want to we can.” She expressed her excitement about having children in the future, stating, “I don’t know what my family’s going to look like, but there’s no way that I don’t start acquiring kids. And also, ideally at some point soon I go, ‘I want to have a kid.’ I really want that to happen.”

However, she admitted to being “scared” of childbirth, primarily due to the fear of feeling out of control. “I’m not scared of being pregnant. I’m not scared of having a kid. But I’m so scared of childbirth, it’s crazy. I hate that. I mean, I smoke a lot of weed, I obviously self-medicate, but I don’t like hard drugs.”

Oscar and Grammy-winning music composer A. R. Rahman is set to collaborate with renowned director Michael Bay, expressing that the fusion of various cinematic worlds creates a beautiful space for music.

Michael Bay Enters Indian Cinema

Michael Bay, famous for blockbuster hits like ‘Armageddon’ and ‘The Transformers’ franchise, is making his debut in the Indian film industry through a creative partnership with Bhanushali Studios Limited. This collaboration will feature music composed by Rahman.

Bay has redefined modern blockbusters, elevating action filmmaking to an art form. This partnership marks his first creative venture with an Indian studio and film, a moment he shared with his followers on social media.

A. R. Rahman’s Insight

Speaking about this exciting collaboration, A. R. Rahman stated, “When different worlds of cinema come together, it opens up a beautiful space for music. For me, composing is about finding the film’s soul and giving the score its own unique personality, a voice for the unsaid. I try to let the music carry the emotion.”

A Promising Direction

This high-octane project will be directed by Anthony D’Souza. Michael Bay elaborated, “It will be an exciting chance to mix Hollywood’s action style with the heart and emotion of Indian storytelling. Working with Rahman, Vinod, and Tony is a chance to create a new kind of cinematic experience—one with power, rhythm, and incredible visuals. Tony’s vision, especially how he handles scale and emotion in his movies, will make this collaboration really fulfilling.”

A Vision of Global Cinema

Vinod Bhanushali, Chairman & Managing Director of Bhanushali Studios Limited, added, “Cinema is global, stories are universal, and collaborations like these remind us that scale has no borders. To create a film where Michael Bay’s kinetic mastery meets the poetic musical universe of A. R. Rahman is nothing short of a dream forged in ambition. As our team comes together across continents, we are hopeful that an Indian story can find its voice on a truly global stage.”

The film is currently in its initial stages, with more updates expected as the project develops.

Singer Sayli Kamble, known for being a finalist on Indian Idol 12, celebrated the arrival of her first child on December 12. She shared the wonderful news on her social media account.

A Joyous Announcement

In her announcement post, Sayli expressed her happiness, saying, “A tiny miracle, a lifetime of love. We are blessed with a baby boy. Thank you for all the prayers and blessings. Love, Dhawal & Sayli #happyme #dhanisa #godisgreat #blessedwithababyboy #godsgift #newjourney #littleprince #blessings.”

The message went on to reveal, “Our bundle of joy has arrived… We have been blessed with a baby boy. Thank you all for your blessings Dhawal & Sayli 12 · 12 · 2025.” Earlier in October, Sayli had announced her pregnancy with husband Dhawal and shared cherished moments from her baby shower, referring to it with the words “Aazoba and Ajees.”

Dedicated Performer

Throughout her pregnancy, even while in her eighth month, Sayli showcased her commitment to her art by performing at various Navratri events. Videos posted on her social media depicted her live performances, where she sang devotional and festive songs with heartfelt emotion.

Baby Shower Celebration

At her baby shower, Sayli looked stunning in a traditional Maharashtrian green sari with a red paithani border. Enhanced with floral jewelry and subtle makeup, she enjoyed the celebration, dancing joyfully with her husband Dhawal. The ceremony also included touching family moments, such as a special dance with her father and mother.

Remembering Her Journey

For those unfamiliar, Sayli Kamble was one of the top five contestants in Indian Idol Season 12 and earned acclaim for her diverse and soulful performances. A standout moment from her time on the show was her rendition of “Khatooba,” which received accolades from guest judge Asha Bhosle.

Sayli’s journey continues as she embraces motherhood while still holding a special place in the hearts of her fans.