Vijay-Rashmika visit Rakonda village, Allu Arjun-Sneha Reddy celebrate 15th wedding anniversary, Mammootty and Mohanlal's 'Patriot' release issue: Top 5 South stories of the day

South cinema was buzzing today with major updates, from film controversies to celebrity moments. Posters, BTS videos, and personal stories kept social media trending. From release hurdles to anniversaries and tributes, fans had plenty to talk about. Here’s a quick look at the top five stories of the day.

‘Patriot’ faces release trouble amid revenue dispute

The upcoming Malayalam film Patriot, starring Mammootty and Mohanlal, has landed in trouble ahead of its release. The Film Exhibitors United Organisation of Kerala (FEUOK) has reportedly asked theatres not to screen the film over a revenue-sharing dispute. Producers have demanded a 60% share of the box office revenue for the first two weeks, which theatre owners say is not financially viable. With theatres refusing to sign screening agreements, the film’s planned April 23 release now faces uncertainty.

Janhvi Kapoor’s ‘Peddi’ poster and BTS go viral

A striking first-look poster of Janhvi Kapoor as Achiyamma from Peddi was unveiled on her birthday and quickly went viral online. The poster shows her in a bold village look, dressed in traditional attire with jewellery and red-tinted sunglasses. Director Buchi Babu Sana also shared a BTS video from the sets featuring Janhvi interacting with Ram Charan and the crew. The behind-the-scenes glimpse and the poster have further raised anticipation among fans.

Vijay and Rashmika pay heartfelt tribute to family in Rakonda

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna recently visited Rakonda village in Telangana to pay tribute to Vijay’s maternal grandparents. The duo was seen taking part in a few rituals and also spending quality time with their families. Vijay’s mother Madhavi Deverakonda and brother Anand Deverakonda were also part of the emotional moment. The visit reflected Vijay’s close bond with his family.

Trisha’s old interview resurfaces online

An old interview video of Trisha Krishnan from 2016 has resurfaced online and is now going viral across social media. The clip began trending soon after her recent public appearance with Vijay at a wedding in Chennai. In the video, Trisha is seen sharing her views on marriage and relationships. The throwback clip has sparked fresh discussions among fans.

Allu Arjun and Sneha Reddy celebrate 15 years of love

Actor Allu Arjun and his wife Sneha Reddy are celebrating their 15th wedding anniversary on March 6. The Pushpa: The Rise star shared romantic pictures and a heartfelt message on social media to mark the special day.

He wrote, “Happy Anniversary, Cutie. 15 years of togetherness. The journey could not have been this without you.”

The couple, who married in 2011, are parents to their children, Allu Ayaan and Allu Arha.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”