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Hans India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
It was a working birthday for Raghav Juyal: 'Being busy is the best kind of celebration'
Mumbai: Actor and dancer Raghav Juyal is celebrating his 34th birthday on Thursday and he decided to spend his special day doing what he loves the most — working. The 'Kill' actor was in a dubbing studio, working on one of his upcoming projects on his birthday. Shedding light on why he decided to have a working birthday, Raghav shared, "I feel grateful to be working on my birthday. For me, being busy doing what I love is the best kind of celebration. Every year I grow a little more as an artist, and it feels good to be on that journey even today. I'm happiest when I'm creating, learning, and pushing myself — and that's the energy I want to carry forward." In the meantime, Juyal was welcomed on board Srikanth Odela's action thriller, "The Paradise" on his birthday. The makers of the forthcoming drama, SLV Cinemas took to their X (Formarly known as Twitter) timeline and, wrote, "Team #TheParadise wishes the talented @TheRaghav_Juyal a very Happy Birthday. Welcoming him in a role that will be unique and will take everyone by surprise. #THEPARADISE in CINEMAS 𝟐𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔. Natural Star @NameisNani in an @odela_srikanth cinema. An @anirudhofficial musical." It is not clear yet which role Juyal will be playing in the drama, however, if the sources are to be believed, he has been roped in as the antagonist in the film. With Nani as the protagonist, "The Paradise" marks the Natural Star's second collaboration with the filmmaker after their blockbuster hit "Dussehra". Produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri under the banner of SLV Cinemas, the movie will also see Sonali Kulkarni in a crucial role. At the moment, "The Paradise" is being filmed at RFC. The makers are reportedly shooting a huge action sequence choreographed by stunt master Real Satish in a specially constructed set.
Pink Villa
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Karthi and Nani's cameo game continues – What's cooking for Karthi29?
Karthi is next set to appear in the lead role for a movie tentatively titled Karthi29. With the Tamizh directorial film likely to begin shooting soon, it seems Nani might be appearing in a cameo role. According to a report by Valai Pechu, the Natural Star is expected to appear in a character or cameo role. While this is just a report for now and needs an official confirmation, it would be interesting to see the actors share the screen. For those unaware, Nani's movie HIT: The Third Case featured Karthi in a special appearance. The movie featured the Meiyazhagan actor as ACP Veerappan IPS in a post-credit scene, teasing the sequel venture HIT: The Fourth Case. The movie, which hit the big screens on May 1, 2025, featured the story of SP Arjun Sarkaar IPS. The officer known for his short-tempered and violent self is stationed at Vishakapatanam, after Officer Krishna Dev aka KD, was transferred. As the new officer takes charge, the film showcases him committing gruesome crimes against others, only to reveal his true intention of apprehending a gang of killers. How Arjun Sarkaar manages to find and put an end to the huge crime forms the entire movie. With Nani in the lead, the film had actors like Srinidhi Shetty, Rao Ramesh, Samuthirakani, Tisca Chopra, Prateik Babbar, and many more in key roles. The movie was the 3rd installment in the HIT Cinematic Universe by director Sailesh Kolanu, following films like Vishwak Sen starrer HIT: The First Chapter and Adivi Sesh's HIT: The Second Case. Coming to Nani 's work front, the actor is next set to appear in the lead role for director Srikanth Odela's The Paradise. The upcoming film will mark the actor's second collaboration with Odela after Dasara and will release on March 26, 2026. On the other hand, Karthi was last seen in a leading role in the film Meiyazhagan. The movie featured the actor in the title character who interacts with his cousin brother Arulmozhi, making a night-long journey of the two that alters the latter's life. Moving ahead, the actor will next be appearing in Sardar 2, a sequel to the spy actioner Sardar. Apart from Karthi, the movie has actors like SJ Suryah, Rajisha Vijayan, Malavika Mohanan and Ashika Ranganath in key roles.
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First Post
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
HIT 3 movie review: Nani starrer massy survival-thriller is violent, gory & gripping
Nani and Srinidhi Shetty starrer HIT 3 is raw, violent and will remind you of Marco, Animal and Salaar read more Star cast: Nani, Srinidhi Shetty, Adil Pala, Rao Ramesh, Brahmaji and Maganti Srinath Director: Sailesh Kolanu The first two parts of the HIT universe have been gripping and undoubtedly score high because of its storytelling. Well, HIT 3 or HIT: The Third Case featuring 'Natural Star' promises to take the universe to a notch higher. While the trailer looked massy at its core, let's find out whether it has impressed the cinegoers or not. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The opening sequence starts with a police function where SP Dhanya Mohan is getting honour posthumously for her bravery while at the same time, SP Arjun Sarkaar of HIT (Homicide Intervention Team) is going to jail. As he enters the jail, one of the prisoners tries to kill Arjun but another one stops him. He gives him a knife for protection and asks him the reason for coming to jail. Cut to, SP Arjun tying a person upside down in the middle of a deserted forest above the river or lake and killing him mercilessly by cutting his neck and removing three parts of the body. On the same day, he joins Vizag Police Station as SP. Interestingly, his team gets the information about the murder in the forest and he reaches them to investigate. As they don't find any traces or pieces of evidence, Arjun tells his team to continue the investigation. Coming to his personal life, Arjun is a no-nonsense person, who doesn't smile, gets angry easily and has anxiety issues. He doesn't share a good bond with his father (Samuthirakani) because he left him to his grandfather after his mother's demise for the duty. He gets rejected by several girls during the first meet after connecting on the dating sites due to his judgemental questions and rude behaviour. However, when Mrudula (Srinidhi Shetty) comes to meet him near his office, he is shocked as she tells him that they had a conversation on the matrimony site. He quickly realizes that his father has made his profile on the site and chatted with her. Arjun confesses this thing to Mrudula but she falls for honesty and they start falling for each other. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD On the next day, Arjun gets ready to kill a person in the forest with the same pattern but is attacked by one of her subordinates Varsha. She tells him that right from the time when they reached the crime scene of the earlier murder, she had a doubt on him and that's why kept a tap on him. However, Arjun ties Varsha, makes his second killing and reveals that the two persons, whom he murdered are criminals and not innocent civilians. He then narrates a flashback story of a few years back, during his posting in Jammu & Kashmir, he comes across a murder with the same pattern as a neck is cut and three parts of the body, which cannot be used for transplantation and are used for hormones secretion. While he catches the culprit with his strategy, in the fight he also injures other attackers. His senior (Tisca Chopra) says that out of the other 5 people, who are severely injured two are Kashmiri activists and because of that there is a protest against Arjun. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD While one murderer is under captive, a murder with the same pattern takes place in Bihar and the culprit is behind bars. Arjun goes to Bihar and brings the murderer to Srinagar. He brings both murderers face-to-face and tries to remove information. As one of the murderers dies because of suicide and one of the Kashmiri activists succumb to injuries, Arjun gets transferred to Vizag. After understanding everything, Varsha now wants to help Arjun in getting to know the motive of dark web CKT (Capture, Kill, Torture), who are giving these killing patterns and the mastermind behind it. Sailesh Kolanu's directorial HIT 3 is gripping right from its first frame as something is happening every moment. The film will keep you at the edge of your seat with its compelling narrative and slick storytelling. Despite being a massy survival thriller, the solid twists and turns will surprise you and enhance your musical experience. The action pieces are raw and violent and will remind you of Marco, Animal and Salaar. The film deserves brownie points for its superb camera work by Sanu John Varghese. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Talking about the performances, Nani carries the role of Arjun Sarkaar with his suave charm, swag and charisma. Right from his small nuances to his action-packed avatar, the 'Natural Star' has ruled every frame. Prateik Babbar as Alpha is menacing while Mradula ignites the screen with her innocent and luminous presence. In the epic climax, the surprising cameos will make you cheer, whistle and shout. On the whole, HIT 3 is a massy entertainer, which should be watched on the big screen. Rating: 3.5 (out of 5 stars) HIT 3 is playing in cinemas
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
HIT 3 X review: 5 tweets to read before watching Nani's Telugu action thriller
HIT 3 X review: Nani's HIT 3 (also known as HIT The Third Case) opened in theatres on May 1 much to the delight of fans. The film has created a great deal of buzz as it is the third installment of the popular franchise. It also features the 'Natural Star' in a stylish new avatar, which has worked in its favour. So, did the flick live up to expectations? Here's what netizens have to say about HIT 3. HIT 3 Twitter review Nani is in the limelight because of his latest release HIT 3, which hit the screens today. It is the actor's first release of the year. The film has become the talk of the town because of its raw and intense trailer. Not surprisingly, netizens took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to share their views about the action thriller. One user praised the first half but criticised the post-interval portions. 🎥 🍿 HIT 3 : THE THIRD CASEArjun Sarkaar ( Nani) the lawless and ruthless police officer is on a mission to crack a mysterious serial killing case where victims are killed with the same pattern across the world. On his mission he gets into multiple trouble and he needs to make… Another one called HIT 3, especially the second half, a 'blood bath'. 🚨 HIT 3🚨This film is for Psychopaths .This movie is not for the below 18 & women .Specially avoid pregnant women .There is no story in second half only blood bath 🩸 🩸🩸.You will see Animal amma mogudu ,North people will go mad on this film .#HIT3 #TollyWood #Nani… Another fan praised Nani's performance but panned the 'weak' story. Not sure Abt retro bro but if u had to choose one don't pick hit 3... Nani tried his best to hold the film but the story is so so weak Others, however, were impressed by the film's brutal and raw depiction of bloodshed. Blockbuster HIT 3 and reports from premiers #HIT3💥🔥💥Last 20 min #Nani blood bath and the worth watching movieInvestigation thriller, survival thriller💥#mickeyjmeyer thriller music 💥@NameisNani @SrinidhiShetty7 #SrinidhiShetty 👏#HIT3Review#Hit3Movie #BlockBusterHIT3 In the first half, everything except the love track works well with a decent interval. The second half goes in a completely different direction it wasn't too bad, it wasn't too good, but it was gory and somewhat watchable. #Hit3 This is Nani's first release after the well-received Saripodhaa Sanivaaram, which was released in theatres last year. About HIT 3 HIT 3 revolves around a ruthless cop who has no sympathy for criminals. He believes that thett should either be arrested or killed. HIT 3 stars Nani and Srinidhi Shetty in the lead. The film is directed by Sailesh Kolanu.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
HIT The Third Case box office prediction day 1: Nani's Telugu action thriller likely to collect Rs 30 crore
HIT The Third Case box office prediction day 1: Nani's HIT The Third Case, one of the biggest releases of the month, is finally out in theatres. The film hit the screens on May 1 amid fanfare. It has created a fair deal of buzz in the industry as it features the 'Natural Star' in an intense new avatar. This is likely to help it open to a good response at the worldwide box office. HIT The Third Case is an action thriller directed by Sailesh Kolanu. HIT The Third Case is likely to open big HIT The Third case is out in theatres. This is the third installment of the HIT franchise, which is synonymous with gritty narratives and realistic action scenes. According to Ramesh Bala, a trade analyst, the film is expected to collect around Rs 30 crore worldwide on the first day. 'The buzz is good, and then it is a sequel. As such, I would say a Rs 30 crore opening is on the cards. It will also benefit from the May Day holiday,' he told Indiatimes. HIT The Third Case has been shot on a budget of Rs 40 crore, It needs to gross around Rs 80 crore in its full run to emerge as a success. The film has been released alongside Raid 2, starring Ajay Devgn, and Suriya's Retro. About HIT The Third Case HIT The Third Case is an action thriller that centres on a cop who has no sympathy for criminals. He believes that they should either be killed or jailed. The plot focuses on the events that transpire when he takes up a challenging case. The cast is headlined by Nani and Srinidhi Shetty. Mickey J Meyer is the music composer. For all the latest coverage on Southern cinema & OTT shows, click here
