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Telugu superstar Jr NTR surprised fans by sharing his first baking attempt on Instagram, posting a picture of freshly baked cookies. The post sparked a flurry of humorous reactions online, with fans playfully requesting treats and music composer s thaman dubbing them 'Tiger Cookies.' This personal moment comes as NTR gears up for his highly anticipated film 'Dragon.'

Chiranjeevi's highly anticipated film, tentatively titled 'Mega158', is currently filming in Pollachi, Tamil Nadu. Kannada actress Rachita Ram is reportedly stepping in for Malayalam actress Honey Rose, who exited due to scheduling conflicts. The ensemble cast includes Anaswara Rajan as Chiranjeevi's daughter and Priyamani.

Chiranjeevi's upcoming film, tentatively titled 'Chiru158', is currently filming a major schedule in Pollachi. Directed by Bobby Kolli, the movie promises a grand scale with Chiranjeevi in an intense role, following his physical transformation. The team recently sent best wishes to Ram Charan's 'Peddi' from the sets, highlighting the film's progress and anticipation.

Salman Khan is teaming up with director Vamshi Paidipally for a grand entertainer, tentatively titled 'SVC63', also featuring Nayanthara. Buzz suggests Anirudh Ravichander and Thaman might compose the music, with Anirudh potentially handling the score and Thaman the songs. The film, possibly named 'The Messengers', is slated for an Eid 2027 release.

Atharvaa and Fahadh Faasil's upcoming Tamil film, 'Idhayam Murali', is set to release on July 10. Directed by Aakash Baskaran, the movie explores the profound emotions of one-sided love, a theme the makers aim to dedicate the film to. The narrative follows Atharvaa's character, who experiences significant joy and sorrow in his unrequited affection.

The action thriller 'Sigma', marking Jason Sanjay's directorial debut, will release on July 31. Starring Sundeep Kishan, the film promises a high-stakes heist. Jason Sanjay, son of actor Vijay, chose direction after studying filmmaking abroad. The movie is expected to be a stylish heist drama with commercial elements. 'Sigma' will also be released in Telugu.

Director Lokesh Kanagaraj met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, congratulating him on his election victory. This follows Vijay's recent meetings with other film personalities like AR Murugadoss, Venkat Prabhu, and Thaman. Kanagaraj, who previously collaborated with Vijay on the hit film 'Leo', is now working on his next project, 'AA23'.

South Indian cinema buzzed with major announcements and legal actions. Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's son, Jason Sanjay, set July 31 for his directorial debut 'Sigma'. Meanwhile, actor Naga Chaitanya sought legal recourse against deepfake videos and online defamation. Actor Jayaram also shared a heartwarming anecdote about MS Dhoni's family.

Akhil Akkineni and Bhagyashri Borse star in the upcoming village romance drama ‘Lenin’. The film's teaser, released on a significant date for the Akkineni family, showcases their chemistry and a blend of romance with hints of action. The movie, featuring music by Thaman, is slated for a June 26, 2026 release.

Tollywood megastar Chiranjeevi's 158th film, tentatively titled 'Mega158', officially launched in Hyderabad with brother Pawan Kalyan as the chief guest. Chiranjeevi shared an emotional anecdote about their early careers, highlighting their strong bond. The film, featuring Anaswara Rajan and music by Thaman, promises action and drama, with regular shooting commencing soon.

Indian independent researcher Kunvar Thaman achieved a significant milestone with his solo-authored paper accepted at ICML 2026. His work introduces a benchmark to measure how AI agents exploit loopholes when using tools, a critical area in AI safety. This breakthrough highlights an independent voice succeeding in a field dominated by major institutions.

Bhagyashri Borse steps in as the female lead for Akhil Akkineni's upcoming film 'Lenin', a romantic action entertainer. A striking poster revealed her mythological-inspired warrior look, complete with a moustache, adding intrigue. The film, directed by Murali Kishor Abburu, faced cast changes but is now set for a June 26, 2026 release, with Nagarjuna praising Akhil's performance.

Venkatesh Daggubati and Trivikram Srinivas's 'Aadarsha Kutumbam House No: 47' has completed its climax shoot. The family entertainer, featuring Srinidhi Shetty as the lead, is nearing completion with only a few scenes remaining. The film's first look, released in December 2025, showcased Venkatesh in a common man avatar.

Nagarjuna Akkineni has confirmed Akhil Akkineni's 'Lenin' will release on June 26, 2026, dispelling postponement rumors. After viewing the first cut, Nagarjuna expressed immense confidence, stating audiences will witness a 'new AKHIL.' The mass action entertainer, directed by Murali Kishor Abburu, is poised to be a career turning point for Akhil.

The makers of director Merlapaka Gandhi's eagerly awaited horror comedy film 'Korean Kanakaraju', featuring actor Varun Tej in the lead, on Friday released a Behind the Scenes video of the immensely popular single 'Kamsahamnida' from the film, much to the delight of fans and film buffs.

Varun Tej's upcoming Korean horror-comedy, 'Korean Kanakaraju', has released its behind-the-scenes video for the romance single 'Kamsahamnida'. The song, featuring Ritika Naik, showcases a fresh pairing and a blend of Indian and Korean musical styles. Filming is nearing completion, with key scenes shot in Korea, promising a unique role for Tej.

Nandamuri Balakrishna is set to collaborate with director Vivek Athreya for an exciting gangster drama centered in Mumbai. This role was originally pitched to the legendary Rajinikanth but has now found a perfect fit in Balakrishna. As he gears up for this new challenge, he's simultaneously pouring his energy into 'NBK 111', directed by Gopichand Malineni.

Megastar Chiranjeevi's upcoming film with director Bobby Kolli has seen its Pooja ceremony postponed. This decision follows the leak of Thalapathy Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan', prompting caution from Chiranjeevi's team to avoid any launch-day issues. The shoot, initially planned for April 11, is now tentatively set for April 20, 2026, though this date may also shift.

Pawan Kalyan's cop drama 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh,' which opened to mixed reviews, is now heading to Netflix. The film, directed by Harish Shankar, will begin streaming on April 16, 2026, in multiple languages. The plot follows a former police officer protecting a family amidst unexpected events in a forest setting.

Varalaxmi Sarathkumar makes her directorial debut with 'S Saraswathi', a crime thriller now available on Prime Video. The film, starring Prakash Raj, Priyamani, and others, follows a mother's determined search for her missing daughter, blending crime and emotion. While praised for its acting and emotional depth, some viewers found the suspense lacking as the plot became predictable.

Following the success of 'Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu', Chiranjeevi is set to begin his next film with director Bobby Kolli. The project will have its pooja ceremony on April 11, 2026, with shooting commencing around April 20. This venture marks a new banner's debut in Tollywood, with Priyamani and Priety Mukundhan in key roles and Thaman S composing music.

Director Gopichand Malineni has humorously denied casting rumors for Dimple Hayathi in Nandamuri Balakrishna's upcoming film 'NBK111'. He used a Mahesh Babu meme to shut down the speculation. Nayanthara is expected to play the female lead. The film is set in Mumbai with Balakrishna as a gangster. Samuthirakani is also part of the cast. Thaman is composing the music.

Thaman scores a half-century with Mahesh Babu-starrer Aagadu, and the music composer is glad that his mentor and Tamil director Shankar graced the audio launch of his 50th film.

Ss thaman, who made his debut as a music composer with Bheebatsam in 2008, has completed 50 films in various languages. His current Telugu film ��� Aagadu would be his 50th film.

Pawan Kalyan's 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh' has a new background score composer. Thaman S replaces Devi Sri Prasad due to scheduling conflicts, a mutual decision ensuring the film's timely completion. DSP's songs will still feature, while Thaman will enhance the action drama with his score, promising a grand cinematic experience for fans.

Music director Thaman is famous for his movies in Tamil and Telugu, and he is busy working on multiple films. Thaman bagged the Best Music Director award in the recently announced National Film Awards, and wishes have been pouring in for the energetic composer regularly. After stepping into cinema as an actor with the 2003 Tamil 'Boys', Thaman made his debut as a composer in 2008 with the Telugu film 'Malli Malli'. But Thaman always wished to be a music director, and the latest picture shared by the composer says it all.

Thaman begins scoring tunes for Kick 2

Thaman's love for romantic tunes

Music composer Thaman shared his emotional distress over the "Remove Thaman from SSMB28" campaign for 'Guntur Kaaram'. He revealed director Trivikram's unwavering support helped him overcome the social media backlash and focus on his music. Despite challenges, Thaman continues to be a prominent composer, working on several major Telugu film projects.

Music director Thaman who is busy scoring music for his Tamil and Telugu films was diagnosed with COVID-19 a few weeks ago. Now that the music director has recovered from the infection a picture of Thaman's physical transformation has surfaced online, which has left several fans worried.