South Newsmakers of the Week: Actress Lena ties the knot with 'Gaganyan Mission' astronaut; ‘Drishyam’ becomes the first Indian movie to be remade in Hollywood. Vijay Deverakonda shares an update on ‘Family Star’

From the news regarding Mollywood actress Lena tying the knot with Gaganyaan astronaut Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair to Telugu star Vijay Deverakonda unveiling an important update regarding his upcoming film ‘Family Star’, here are some of the top trending headlines of the day.


Lena’s marriage

Mollywood actress Lena took to her Instagram to celebrate a significant achievement by her partner, Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, an Indian Air Force Fighter Pilot Group Captain. In a grand event, PM Narendra Modi awarded him the first Indian astronaut wings. Lena shared the proud moment on social media and took the opportunity to announce her second marriage to the Gaganyaan pilot, expressing her joy.

‘Drishyam’ Hollywood remake

The compelling storyline of the Drishyam franchise, celebrated for its remarkable success in both India and China, is set to create history once more with its Hollywood adaptation. Hollywood producers, recognized for their contributions to romantic comedies like 'Blended' and 'Upgraded,' are collaborating with another esteemed producer to capture the essence of Drishyam on the global cinematic stage. ‘Drishyam’ has now become the first Indian film to be remade in Hollywood.

GV Prakash’s next

Music composer and actor GV Prakash, known for his versatility, is currently immersed in both acting and music composition roles. His latest venture involves composing music for 'Suriya 43.' Additionally, GV Prakash has secured a new acting project, marking another collaboration with director Pa Ranjith. This upcoming film, bankrolled by Pa Ranjith, is helmed by his associate, Akira Moses. The cast includes Shivani Rajashekar, Sreenath Bhasi, Pasupathy, Lingesh, and more.

Mamitha Baiju’s clarification

Actress Mamitha Baiju, known for her role in the Telugu film 'Premalu,' was set to make her Tamil debut with 'Vanangaan.' However, she found herself replaced in the cast when changes were made by the filmmakers.

Addressing rumors regarding her alleged mistreatment by Bala, Mamitha clarified in her Instagram story that her earlier statement was misconstrued and unintended. She emphasized her positive relationship with Bala, describing him as her mentor. Mamitha expressed gratitude for the opportunities given to her by Bala and highlighted the father-daughter-like bond they shared during the filming process. She affirmed that she was treated respectfully throughout their collaboration.

‘Family Star’ update

The eagerly awaited Vijay Deverakonda starrer 'Family Star,' directed by Parasuram, is generating significant anticipation among fans. The charismatic actor will be sharing the screen with Mrunal Thakur in this romantic family drama. Recently, Vijay Deverakonda took to social media to provide updates about the film. In a tweet, he hinted at the impending release of the film's teaser, creating excitement among his followers. Vijay used multiple languages in his tweet, suggesting that the teaser will be unveiled in various languages.

‘Rocky Bhai’ with ice cream

Yash recently found himself in the limelight after a candid picture of him buying ice cream for his wife, Radhika Pandit, from a local store went viral. Addressing the incident, Yash shared that he has been frequenting the store for almost a decade, but it gained attention only recently. In the photo, Radhika was seen enjoying an ice cream while Yash grabbed some snacks from the local shop, both dressed in casual attire.

The actor mentioned that the nearby temple holds significance for Radhika as her ancestral deity, and during their visit, their children expressed a desire for some snacks. Yash clarified that their lives are diverse, consisting of visits to local stores as well as luxury cars and private flights. He emphasized that people often misinterpret a normal life as simple. Yash expressed in a statement, "We go to small shops and five-star places as well; we enjoy everything. Life should be a mix of all."
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