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Time of India
6 hours ago
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- Time of India
‘Vishwambhara' release update: Chiranjeevi's socio-fantasy now expected to arrive during THIS period
Picture Credit: X Megastar Chiranjeevi's much-anticipated grand socio-fantasy film Vishwambhara has hit yet another hurdle. Initially announced during Sankranti 2024 and locked for a grand release on January 10, 2025, the film has seen prolonged delays. According to a report by 123Telugu, the makers are now eyeing a new release window in the summer of 2026, owing to extensive delays in post-production and CG work. The primary reason behind the delay appears to be the film's VFX-heavy narrative. As per the report, the CGI team initially promised to deliver the output in three months. However, Chiranjeevi's team, aiming for better quality, granted them six months instead. Despite the extension, post-production has not progressed at the expected pace. Earlier, while speaking with Telugu One about the setback, Chiranjeevi's long-time collaborator and producer Naga Babu Satyanarayana revealed, 'The team miscalculated how long it would take to shoot and later complete the CGI. The timeline offered by the VFX team wasn't realistic. They didn't want to lose the project, so they under-promised on the duration it would take.' He also addressed the teaser that was released last year to a mixed response. It was created using AI-generated visuals. He revealed that the sequences were rendered at the last minute since the CGI wasn't ready in time. 'It's not proper CGI, and none of those visuals will be in the final film,' he stated. Initially, 'Vishwambhara' was scheduled to hit cinemas during Sankranti 2025. However, the makers backed out once it became clear that Ram Charan's Game Changer was targeting the same festive slot. 'Vishwambhara' also stars Trisha Krishnan as the female lead. With the film taking longer than expected, it is being suggested that Chiranjeevi's next project with director Anil Ravipudi will hit theatres first. That film is expected to be a mass commercial entertainer, with Nayanthara as the co-lead. On another front, Chiranjeevi has also signed a film with Dasara director Srikanth Odela, which will be an action thriller.
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Not Khans, not Bachchan – Meet the 90s superstar who charged Rs 1.25 crore first: Chiranjeevi's unmatched rise and the legacy that rewrote stardom rules
Chiranjeevi While Shah Rukh Khan , Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan dominated Bollywood in the 90s, there was one name that had already revolutionised Indian cinema — and it didn't come from the Hindi film industry. Before the Khans or even Amitabh Bachchan entered the Rs 1 crore club, it was Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi who shattered the barrier and emerged as India's highest-paid actor of the decade. In 1992, The Week featured Chiranjeevi on its cover with the headline: "Bigger than Bachchan." At the time, he was reported to have commanded an unprecedented Rs 1.25 crore for his film Aapadbandhavudu, establishing a new financial benchmark in Indian cinema. According to the magazine, this placed him well ahead of other cinematic heavyweights like Rajinikanth, Sunny Deol, and Govinda — who were earning around Rs 50–60 lakh per film. The rise of a southern sensation Chiranjeevi's dominance didn't happen overnight. His consistent success in the Telugu film industry throughout the late 1980s and early 90s made him a household name across India. His magnetic screen presence, energetic dance moves, and mass appeal led to a streak of 14 consecutive hits in a single year, earning him the title: 'The New Money Machine' of Indian cinema. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Thị trường có dấu hiệu suy thoái không? IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Though he briefly dabbled in Bollywood with a few Hindi films, it was his towering status in South Indian cinema that secured his immortality. As The Week noted, when Amitabh Bachchan took a break from films in the early 90s, Chiranjeevi stepped in as India's most bankable star — a groundbreaking feat for a non-Bollywood actor at the time. A legacy that changed the game Chiranjeevi's financial milestone redefined how stardom was measured in Indian cinema. His move to command Rs 1 crore per film inspired other legends like Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth to follow suit. Eventually, Bollywood caught up, with Amitabh Bachchan becoming the first Hindi actor to reach that salary tier after his return to films. By the late 90s, the Bollywood trio — Shah Rukh, Salman, and Aamir — began commanding Rs 2–3 crore per movie. But it was Chiranjeevi who laid the foundation for this new era of superstar earnings. Still a giant Having acted in more than 150 films, Chiranjeevi remains a revered icon. His tremendous success has translated into a phenomenal estimated net worth of Rs 1650 crore. As an actor, producer, and philanthropist, his influence continues to shape Indian entertainment and inspire generations of stars to come.
India.com
13 hours ago
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- India.com
Meet 90s highest-paid star, charged Rs 1 crore per film, name is..., not Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth
Meet 90s highest-paid star, charged Rs 1 crore per film, name is..., not Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth Today, we will highlight the journey of this superstar who stepped away from Bollywood after starring in three Hindi films, to later found superstardom in South Indian cinema. In 90s, his success overthrew Amitabh Bachchan, and became the highest-paid stars in the country. He is none other than megastar Chiranjeevi, who is undoubtedly, one of the biggest names in Telugu cinema. How Chiranjeevi became the highest-paid actor in 90s? An old cover of the Week Magazine, dating back in 1992, headlined Chiranjeevi as the cover boy, with the title that screamed: 'Bigger than Bachchan'. The magazine reported that Chiranjeevi had broken the Rs 1 crore barrier by charging Rs 1.25 crore for film Aapadbandhavudu . At that time, Big B had taken a hiatus from films, which meant Chiranjeevi took over his spot, and became the highest-paid Indian actor. Reportedly, other top stars such as Rajinikanth, Sunny Deol, Govinda used to charge Rs 50 to Rs 60 lakh per film. After Chiranjeevi, who all entered the Rs 1 crore club? After Chiranjeevi, Kamal Hassan and Rajnikanth too entered the club as they charged Rs 1 crore per film. Moreover, Amitabh Bachchan, upon his return to films, became the first Bollywood actor to charge Rs 1 crore per film. The late 90s saw a shift in power dynamics and economics of India cinema. By the end, the three top Bollywood stars- Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan began charging more- commanding Rs 2-3 crore per films. It was in late 1980s, Chiranjeevi's remarkable career solidified his position as one of the biggest names in Indian cinema. He worked in over 150 films as an actor, dancer and producer, and was reportedly dubbed as 'The New Money Machine' in 90s after delivering 14 consecutive hits in a year. Currently, Chiranjeevi's net worth is estimated to be around Rs 1650 crore, thanks to his prolific career and remarkable legacy in Indian cinema.
Hans India
3 days ago
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- Hans India
You have made history, says Telugu star Chiranjeevi to astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla!!
Chennai: Stating that the successful docking of the Axiom Space's mission-4 with the International Space Station marked the beginning of an extraordinary space mission for India, Telugu star Chiranjeevi on Thursday congratulated Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, saying that he had made history and that this was a "proud, proud moment for all Indians". Taking to his X timeline immediately on getting to know that the Axiom Space's mission-4 had docked at the International Space Station, Chiranjeevi wrote, "Proud, proud moment for all Indians. Heartiest congratulations to our space hero #Shux for becoming only the second Indian astronaut to carry out this space mission!! You have made history!!! The successful docking at International Space Station of Ax-4 mission marks the beginning of an extraordinary space mission for India. Let's shoot for the Stars!!! Jai Hind #ShubhanshuShukla #Axiom #Space #NASA #AX4Mission" Earlier, several people including film celebrities congratulated astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, as he undertook the journey to the International Space Station. Tamil actor, producer and politician Kamal Haasan was among those who expressed pride and delight at the astronaut's achievements. Taking to his X timeline, Kamal Haasan wrote, "So proud today, as Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla journeys to the International Space Station, joining the immortal Rakesh Sharma in the stars. I look forward to the day our tricolour rises to the skies on an Indian rocket, from Indian soil, carrying an Indian astronaut to an Indian space station. Jai Hind." After a long and ardent wait of 41 years, Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on Thursday successfully docked at the International Space Station (ISS), to become the first Indian to reach the orbiting lab. With this, India has an astronaut in space after 41 years. Lucknow-born Shukla will also be the second Indian in space after Rakesh Sharma's flight in 1984. Axiom Space's mission -4 carrying Shukla, along with three others from the US, Poland, and Hungary, have docked to the Harmony module's space-facing port at 6:30 a.m. ET (4:00 pm IST). SpaceX Dragon spacecraft named 'Grace' is carrying Ax-4 Commander Peggy Whitson, Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla, and Mission Specialists Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski and Tibor Kapu. "Docking confirmed!" SpaceX said in a post on social media platform X.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
You have made history, says Telugu star Chiranjeevi to astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla!!
Stating that the successful docking of the Axiom Space's mission-4 with the International Space Station marked the beginning of an extraordinary space mission for India, Telugu star Chiranjeevi on Thursday congratulated Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla , saying that he had made history and that this was a "proud, proud moment for all Indians". Proud Proud Moment for All Indians 🇮🇳 Heartiest Congratulations to our Space Hero @IndiaInSky #Shux for becoming Only the second Indian Astronaut to carry out this space mission!! You have made History!!!👏👏 The successful docking at International Space Station of Ax-4… — Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) June 26, 2025 Taking to his X timeline immediately on getting to know that the Axiom Space's mission-4 had docked at the International Space Station, Chiranjeevi wrote, "Proud, proud moment for all Indians. Heartiest congratulations to our space hero #Shux for becoming only the second Indian astronaut to carry out this space mission!! You have made history!!! The successful docking at International Space Station of Ax-4 mission marks the beginning of an extraordinary space mission for India. Let's shoot for the Stars!!! Jai Hind #ShubhanshuShukla #Axiom #Space #NASA #AX4Mission" Earlier, several people including film celebrities congratulated astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, as he undertook the journey to the International Space Station. Tamil actor, producer and politician Kamal Haasan was among those who expressed pride and delight at the astronaut's achievements. Taking to his X timeline, Kamal Haasan wrote, "So proud today, as Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla journeys to the International Space Station, joining the immortal Rakesh Sharma in the stars. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Si vous voulez passer du temps sur votre ordinateur, ce jeu populaire est un must en 2025. Forge Of Empires Jouer Undo I look forward to the day our tricolour rises to the skies on an Indian rocket, from Indian soil, carrying an Indian astronaut to an Indian space station. Jai Hind." 'Wolf you forever', says Kriti Sanon as she recreates 'Baki Sab Theek' track from 'Bhediya' with co-star Varun Dhawan After a long and ardent wait of 41 years, Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on Thursday successfully docked at the International Space Station (ISS), to become the first Indian to reach the orbiting lab. With this, India has an astronaut in space after 41 years. Lucknow-born Shukla will also be the second Indian in space after Rakesh Sharma's flight in 1984. Axiom Space's mission -4 carrying Shukla, along with three others from the US, Poland, and Hungary, have docked to the Harmony module's space-facing port at 6:30 a.m. ET (4:00 pm IST). SpaceX Dragon spacecraft named 'Grace' is carrying Ax-4 Commander Peggy Whitson, Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla, and Mission Specialists Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski and Tibor Kapu. "Docking confirmed!" SpaceX said in a post on social media platform X.
