The weekly roundup: Vijay's 'Vaarasudu', Ravi Teja's 'Ravanasura' release dates, 'Waltair Veerayya' title teaser, Samantha's 'Yashoda' trailer

Tollywood has recently seen a lot of activity. Besides the release dates of big banner films headlined by superstars like Vijay’s Vaarasudu and Ravi Teja’s Ravanasura, many other developments in the south film industries kept social media abuzz over the week. From trailers and release dates to new film announcements, here’s a quick recap of the week that was for the Telugu film industry.

How to wear a jumpsuit: Style cues from Samantha

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Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu on Saturday said she has been diagnosed with an autoimmune condition called Myositis. The actor opened up about her condition on Instagram while thanking her fans for the overwhelming response to the trailer of her upcoming movie "Yashoda". Myositis is the name for a group of rare conditions that can cause muscles to become weak, tired and painful. It is usually caused by a problem with the immune system, where it mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. Samantha, 35, said her doctors are confident that she will make a complete recovery soon.

Rashmika stuns all in her yellow dresses

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Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has announced his next film that it would be a political drama, not a biopic. The film has been titled 'Vyuham'. The topic of three capitals has become a debate in AP at present. Keeping in mind the upcoming elections, there is a discussion in the political circles that RGV is likely to make a film on the same subject. Otherwise, they are discussing that a film can be made on any other sensational topic related to AP politics.

Divas who flaunted their love for latex outfits

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Urvashi Rautela, known for her dancing skills as an actress has now caught the attention of director Boyapati Srinu for his upcoming movie starring, Ram Pothineni. Earlier, Kiara Advani was the option but Urvashi was the first choice to romance opposite Ram Pothineni and due to Urvashi Rautela's immense following, and acting skills, she was brought on board to romance Ram Pothineni.

Check out how Tollywood divas styled satin slip dresses

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After a long hiatus, filmmaker Krish Jagarlamudi’s much-awaited film 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' resumed shooting last week, and now on Wednesday, lead star Pawan Kalyan started shooting for the remaining portions of the film. It was reported that the team including Pawan kickstarted rehearsals for resuming the shoot a couple of weeks ago. Now, the team entered the film set which was erected in Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad. Pawan is participating in this crucial schedule.

Tamannaah Bhatia's most stunning saree moments

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Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who has impressed everyone with her killer moves in the song 'Oo Antava', will be essaying the titular character of a surrogate mother in her upcoming film 'Yashoda'. The trailer of the film was unveiled on Thursday by some of the biggest names of the Indian entertainment industry such as Varun Dhawan in Hindi, Vijay Deverakonda in Telugu, Dulquer Salmaan in Malayalam, Suriya in Tamil and Rakshit Shetty in Kannada. The trailer promises a sleek thriller with Samantha doing complete justice to her part as she fights, chases and never backs down in her fight in the film as the narrative unfolds the secrets of a serious medical crime with courage.

Divas who nailed ethnic looks this Diwali

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Director K S Ravindra's upcoming action entertainer, featuring Telugu stars Chiranjeevi and Ravi Teja in the lead, has been titled 'Waltair Veerayya'. The unit, which chose to announce the title of the much-awaited film through a teaser, also disclosed that the film would hit screens for the festival of Sankranti in 2023. The teaser of the film makes it clear that all those elements that fans expect in a Chiranjeevi movie will be there in 'Waltair Veerayya'. The title teaser has got fans thrilled as they sense that the vintage Chiranjeevi is back in this film.

Happy birthday Aditi Rao Hydari: 5 magnificent ethnic looks of the actress

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"Vaarasudu", starring Vijay, is slated to be released on the occasion of Makar Sankranti next year. The upcoming movie is directed by Vamshi Paidipally. Dil Raju and Shirish have produced the film under their production house Sri Venkateswara Creations. Paidipally ("Yevadu", "Maharishi") has penned the story of the movie, in association with Hari and Ashishor Solomon. Also starring Rashmika Mandanna, the film is in the last leg of shooting.

Aditi Rao Hydari makes heads turn in breathtaking sarees

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Ravi Teja's much-anticipated movie "Ravanasura" will be releasing in cinema halls on April 7 next year. The actor, known for his blockbusters hits "Kick", "Sambho Siva Sambho", "Don Seenu" and "Krack", is essaying the role of a lawyer in "Ravanasura". Directed by Sudheer Varma, "Ravanasura", touted to be an action thriller, is penned by Srikanth Vissa. Abhishek Nama has produced the film under his banner Abhishek Pictures along with RT Teamworks.

Amala Paul's best lehenga looks of all time

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