Kannada actors Dhruva Sarja and Rachita Ram are set to share the screen once again in the upcoming film Criminal, a project inspired by a real-life incident from Haveri in North Karnataka. Directed by Raj Guru, known for his work in Kerebete, the film is backed by producer Manish Shah of Goldmines, raising expectations among Kannada audiences. The story takes shape from a true love story that unfolded in rural Karnataka, and both leads are expected to deliver intense performances. Dhruva Sarja’s appearance in the title reveal teaser showcases him in a rugged new avatar, even more imposing than his look in KD: The Devil. The teaser, released on November 19, sets the tone for a troubled yet powerful relationship between the two characters.
Their pairing, previously seen in Bharjari, has already proven successful, and fans are eager to see how their chemistry evolves in this new narrative. Rachita Ram plays Parvati, and early insights suggest that her role carries equal strength and emotional depth. The film aims to balance drama, romance, and the raw essence of the real events that shaped its story. With music by Chandan Shetty, the soundtrack is expected to reflect the regional soul of North Karnataka. Veteran actress Tara joins the cast as Dhruva’s mother, adding another seasoned presence to the project.
Rachita Ram continues to expand her slate with multiple releases lined up through 2026, including Duniya Vijay’s Landlord, whose poster received strong appreciation from fans. Dhruva Sarja, meanwhile, is preparing for the release of KD: The Devil, a pan-India action drama featuring Sanjay Dutt, Shilpa Shetty, V Ravichandran, Ramesh Aravind, and Reeshma Nanaiah. The film recently confirmed a cameo by Kichcha Sudeep, increasing the buzz around it. As both stars gear up for major releases, Criminal stands out as a promising collaboration rooted in real events, high emotion, and strong performances, making it one of the most anticipated Kannada projects on the horizon.
Newlyweds Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are gearing up to return to work for their upcoming period action drama Ranabaali after their wedding celebrations. According to reports, the couple is expected to resume filming on March 12, 2026, following a short break. The shoot for Ranabaali is set to restart on March 9, but the lead actors will join the production a few days later, marking their first professional collaboration as a married couple. Ranabaali, directed by Rahul Sankrityan, i
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Now, Niharika has deleted all of her Instagram posts featuring her husband, Chaitanya. There's no trace o
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Prabhas's mythological epic, Adipurush, based on the Hindu epic of Ramayan is set for its release on the 16th of June. Here’s an interesting update pertaining to the seating arrangement of the Prabhas starrer in cinema halls globally.
As per the latest poster from the makers of the mythological epic, a seat in every theater screening Adipurush will be left vacant.
This is of the belief that Lord Hanuman will be wherever Ramayan is recited.
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Earlier, following the arrest of Chandrababu Naidu, Nandamuri Balakrishna announced that he will soon be touring the stretch of Andhra Pradesh. There is a purpose behind the yatra.
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SSMB28 which marks the coming together of Mahesh Babu and Trivikram had been facing huirldes from the day of its launch. The film has now hit a new spiral of hardships and here's a look into the same.
Earlier, a reliable media outlet reported that the schedule of SSMB28 was called off and Mahesh went on a vacation. They even claimed that the footage from the recent schedule was scrapped.
Reacting to these specualtions, the producer of the film, Naga Vamsi tweeted "
The last time Ram Charan did a remake, he delivered a blockbuster with Dhruva, the Telugu remake of Tamil super hit film, Thani Oruvan. The RRR actor was recently asked by a national media portal if he would actually be interested in doing a remake and he had an interesting response for the same.
"If at all, I'll have to do a remake, I might certainly have one condition. I'd request the producer of the original not to release the film on OTT. That way, my remake w
Kadhalikka Neramillai is an emotional and feel-good drama that will be available for streaming on Netflix starting February 11, 2025. The film tells the story of a single, unmarried woman who, after experiencing a painful breakup, decides to undergo IVF in order to have a child on her own. The film's premise offers a fresh perspective on love, independence, and modern-day relationships, resonating with audiences looking for meaningful stories.
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Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan resp
