Rashmika Mandanna–Vijay Deverakonda wedding festivities begin; Mahesh Babu starts 'Varanasi' Georgia schedule; Amitabh Bachchan kicks off 'Kalki 2' shoot: Top 5 South stories of the day

The day brought a wave of excitement for South cinema, with powerful announcements, major project updates, and the official confirmation of a much-anticipated collaboration. A big international shooting schedule and a viral teaser revealing a star in a striking new avatar kept fans glued to social media. Adding to the nostalgia, two legendary icons coming together on set after decades made it a truly memorable day for the industry.

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda’s VIROSH wedding prep

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda have reached Udaipur for their February 26 wedding, with grand pre-wedding preparations already underway. The couple is hosting an intimate yet lavish dinner for family and close friends, featuring a specially curated menu by top chefs with their favourite dishes. Their venue, set amid the scenic Aravalli hills, is being kept private as part of a strict no-media celebration, with only a few dreamy inside pictures shared by the duo. After the wedding, a grand reception is planned in Hyderabad on March 4.

Mahesh Babu flies out for action

The 'Varanasi' team has begun a crucial schedule in Georgia, where key scenes will be shot. Mahesh Babu has already flown there, and the shoot will last around 12–14 days. The focus is on massive action sequences, including a face-off with Prithviraj Sukumaran. These portions are vital for the film, helmed by SS Rajamouli, which is gearing up for a grand 2027 release.

Vijay Sethupathi confirms his reunion with Mani Ratnam

Vijay Sethupathi has officially confirmed his film with Mani Ratnam, putting an end to all speculation. He said the project will be completely different from their earlier collaboration, 'Chekka Chivantha Vaanam'. The actor added that he chooses films carefully to avoid repetition and still works with the mindset of a newcomer. For him, the biggest joy is simply standing before the camera and performing.

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna wedding: Two ceremonies planned in Udaipur - Reports

Nani’s ‘Bloody Romeo’ teaser

The teaser of ‘Bloody Romeo’ introduces Nani as a stylish chef-turned-No. 1 gangster in a quirky animated setup. In a gangster’s den, his calm cooking turns deadly when a pressure cooker blast with a hidden grenade wipes out everyone at the table. The slick animation, witty character design, and the tagline “He’s No. 1 Gangster” give the film a cool, dark-humour tone. Directed by Sujeeth, the shoot will begin in the summer after wrapping up the actor’s next release, 'The Paradise'.

Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan unite for 'Kalki 2'

Amitabh Bachchan confirmed that he is shooting in Hyderabad for 'Kalki 2' and will share screen space with Kamal Haasan after nearly 40 years. The duo last worked together in 'Giraftar', making this reunion a historic moment for fans. Big B shared photos in his Ashwatthama look and revealed that work commitments made him miss his regular Sunday fan meet. In the sequel, Kamal Haasan’s Supreme Yaskin will have a full-fledged role and major scenes alongside Amitabh Bachchan. Expectations are quite high for the upcoming film 'Kalki 2'. Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”