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Hans India
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
'Grateful for the Love': Vijay Antony Thanks Telugu Audience during Maargan's Success Meet; Vows for Bigger Collaborations Ahead
Actor, music director, and producer Vijay Antony is all smiles as his latest film Maargan, directed by Leo John Paul, receives a strong response in the Telugu states. The film, which also marks the acting debut of Vijay Antony's nephew Ajay Dhishan, is being hailed as a successful thriller, especially in its Telugu-dubbed version. Produced under the Vijay Antony Film Corporation banner and presented by J. Ramanjaneyaulu of Sarvanth Ram Creations, the Telugu version of Maargan was released on June 27 by Suresh Babu. Following the positive reception, the team held a Thank You Meet in Hyderabad on Wednesday to celebrate the success. Speaking at the event, Vijay Antony thanked the Telugu audience and industry stalwarts who supported the film's release. 'Suresh Babu garu and Ram Anjaneyulu garu gave Maargan a grand Telugu release. Suresh Babu garu has even promised to release all my future films in Telugu. I'm grateful to Leo John Paul for crafting such a good film and happy to have introduced Ajay with this project,' he said. He further praised Ajay Dhishan's performance and hinted at future collaborations, 'Ajay has received appreciation in both Tamil and Telugu. He also worked as an assistant director on Bichagadu 2 and Romeo. Going forward, I plan to produce straight Telugu films along with Ajay. I'm currently working on seven Tamil films and will take special care with their Telugu dubbing. My upcoming release Bhadrakali is a political action thriller.' Ajay Dhishan expressed his surprise and gratitude for the Telugu audience's warm reception. He said,'I honestly didn't expect Maargan to be such a hit in Telugu. Though it's a Tamil film, the audience here embraced it wholeheartedly. I thank Vijay Antony sir and Fatima Vijay Antony madam for the opportunity. Special thanks to Leo John Paul sir, Suresh Babu sir, Rana sir, and Ram Anjaneyulu garu.' Director Leo John Paul too appreciated Vijay Antony's dedication and the film's overall technical quality. He said, 'Without Vijay Antony sir, Maargan wouldn't have turned out the way it did. From production to dubbing, he was involved in every detail. Ajay also delivered a standout performance. I'm thankful to Suresh Babu garu and Ram Anjaneyulu garu for releasing it on such a large scale.' Lyricist and dialogue writer Bhashyasree credited the film's engaging thriller format for its success. 'From start to finish, Maargan kept audiences on the edge of their seats. I had the privilege of writing both dialogues and songs. I sincerely thank Vijay Antony sir for trusting me with this responsibility.' With this strong reception in Telugu states, Maargan has proven that good content transcends language barriers, further strengthening Vijay Antony's fanbase across South India.
Pink Villa
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Alappuzha Gymkhana Telugu OTT: Where to watch Naslen starrer sports comedy film online
Alappuzha Gymkhana starring Naslen in the lead role hit the big screens on April 10, 2025. Following the theatrical release, the movie's Telugu-dubbed version will be arriving on OTT soon. Where to watch Alappuzha Gymkhana in Telugu Alappuzha Gymkhana's Telugu-dubbed version will be available to stream on the OTT platform Aha Video. The official release date has not yet been announced. The movie's original Malayalam version is currently available for streaming on the SonyLIV OTT platform. Official trailer and plot of Alappuzha Gymkhana Alappuzha Gymkhana features the story of five friends from Alappuzha who have completed their 12th-grade exams. However, when the results arrive, 4 of them fail, which leads them to be uncertain about their college admissions. As the protagonist, Jojo (Naslen), searches for alternatives to gain admission, he figures out that the best way is through a sports quota. Further down the line, boxing seems like the best option for them, and altogether, they engage in it. What follows is how they manage to overcome the struggles in this coming-of-age sports comedy drama, figuring out a newfound passion. Alappuzha Gymkhana features Naslen in the lead role, alongside an ensemble cast that includes Lukman Avaran, Ganapathi, Sandeep Pradeep, Franco Francis, Habish Rahman (Baby Jean), Shiva Hariharan, Anagha Maya Ravi, and many more. The sports comedy directed by Khalid Rahman is co-penned by him with Sreeni Saseendran, and the dialogues were written by Ratheesh Ravi. The film's musical tracks and background scores were crafted by Vishnu Vijay, with Jimshi Khalid and the late Nishadh Yusuf handling the cinematography and editing, respectively. Coming to Naslen's work front, the Premalu fame actor is next set to appear in the film Lokah - Chapter 1: Chandra. The Dominic Arun directorial features Kalyani Priyadarshan in the lead role, with Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Films bankrolling it. The much-awaited film is expected to be the first installment of a cinematic universe, with DQ and Tovino Thomas expected to play cameo roles. Moreover, Naslen would soon be joining hands with the Mukundan Unni Associates director Abhinav Sunder Nayak for a film titled Mollywood Times.
Pink Villa
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Alappuzha Gymkhana Final Box Office Worldwide: Naslen's Super Hit movie wraps theatrical run at Rs 65 crore
Alappuzha Gymkhana, starring Naslen in the lead role and an ensemble cast, has exhausted its theatrical run. Released during the Vishu 2025 weekend, the sports-drama remained in cinemas for around 7 to 8 weeks despite facing new releases. It is now wrapping its glorious theatrical run on a positive note. Alappuzha Gymkhana wraps global theatrical run at Rs 65 crore gross, emerges Super Hit Backed by Plan B Motion Pictures, Alappuzha Gymkhana grossed around Rs 65 crore in its lifetime theatrical run at the worldwide box office. Of this, the movie scored over Rs 38.50 crore from the Kerala box office while Rs 5.70 crore came from the rest of India, including Telugu-dubbed earnings. The movie also found some audience in the international markets and added around USD 2.38 million to the tally, which is Rs 20.35 crore as per Indian currency. The Naslen starrer emerged as a Superhit venture thanks to its superlative box office reception. The movie also emerged as a successful venture in the Telugu-dubbed version. For the uninitiated, Alappuzha Gymkhana is Naslen's second big success after the sensational blockbuster Premalu. The actor is now teaming up with Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Films for a new project. Alappuzha Gymkhana performed better than its rival releases, Bazooka and Maranamass. However, it was further dented by Thudarum 's blockbuster run from its third weekend onwards. Though the movie slowed down after the third week, it continued to lure the audience on low levels and ran in cinemas for quite a long time. Area-wise Box office collection of Alappuzha Gymkhana is as follows: Particulars Gross Box Office Kerala Rs 38.50 crore Rest of India Rs 5.70 crore Overseas Rs 20.35 crore (USD 2.38 million) Worldwide Rs 64.35 crore Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates. Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our research. The figures can be approximate, and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However, they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question.
Hans India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Revenue model dispute escalates in Tollywood
Exhibitors from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana demand a shift from the rental-based system to a revenue-sharing model; theatres could shut down from June 1 if demands are not met, risking major disruption to Tollywood's June releases, including Pawan Kalyan's Hari Hara Veera Mallu Hyderabad: Tollywood is bracing for a major shake-up as exhibitors from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana have issued a stern ultimatum—shift to a percentage-based revenue model or face a statewide theatre shutdown starting from June 1. The call for change emerged from a joint meeting held recently, where over 60 prominent exhibitors, including heavyweights like Dil Raju and Daggubati Suresh Babu, came together to voice their discontent with the prevailing rental-based system. At the heart of the unrest is the exhibitors' demand to transition to a profit-sharing or percentage-based model, allowing them a fair share in the film's box office performance. Currently, under the rental model, producers charge fixed amounts for screening films, irrespective of how well they perform. This, exhibitors argue, places undue risk on them, especially when films underperform. They further say the current practice is crippling them financially. The exhibitors have already communicated their intentions to the Telugu Film Chamber, the Producer Council, and the Producer Guild. They also plan to submit a formal bandh notice and request letter to these bodies, signaling their seriousness. If producers remain unyielding, theatres affiliated with these exhibitors may halt operations from June 1, affecting the entire regional film exhibition chain. The proposed strike threatens to severely impact several major upcoming film releases. Kamal Haasan's much-awaited film Thug Life is expected to be the first casualty. While the Tamil version is likely to release as scheduled, its Telugu-dubbed version may not hit theatres if the bandh goes through. Only multiplexes that fall outside the exhibitors' association might be able to screen it. The stakes are even higher for Pawan Kalyan's Hari Hara Veera Mallu, scheduled for release on June 12. With substantial investments and theatrical advances riding on the film, a shutdown at this stage could spell significant financial losses and logistical chaos. Speaking on this, senior distributor from Andhra Pradesh Appa Rao said, 'The exhibitors' demand for a percentage-based revenue model is understandable, especially with the rising operational costs. However, this shift cannot happen overnight. Producers have already planned their budgets and recoveries based on the rental system. A sudden change could create financial instability and mistrust. We're open to dialogue, but it must be phased and mutually beneficial. A shutdown will only hurt the entire industry, including the audience.' Interestingly, the exhibitors' demand has not found unanimous support within the industry. Several prominent producers and distributors are reported to have skipped the meeting, signaling discomfort with the proposed model. The percentage system, while beneficial for exhibitors, could potentially reduce producers' revenue shares, particularly in single-screen theatres, sparking hesitancy among them. As of now, top industry seniors are yet to make an official statement. However, with less than two weeks remaining before the deadline, producers are expected to initiate dialogue in a bid to avert a full-blown crisis. If a resolution is not reached soon, Tollywood could witness an unprecedented disruption in its theatrical business model—one that may redefine how profits are shared in the industry going forward.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Thudarum' Box Office Collection Day 8: Mohanlal starrer inches closer to Rs 60 crore in India
Mohanlal's latest thriller 'Thudarum' continues to impress at the box office, maintaining strong momentum as it enters its second week. According to trade analyst Sacnilk, the film earned an estimated Rs 5.50 crore net across all languages on its eighth day, bringing the total India net collection to around Rs 56.90 crore. Over its first week, Thudarum amassed Rs 51.4 crore, with daily collections showing steady performance despite typical weekday drops. The Malayalam version dominates the earnings, contributing over Rs 50 crore, while the Telugu-dubbed version adds a small but consistent share. On Friday, May 2, Thudarum recorded an impressive overall Malayalam occupancy of 61.37%. Morning shows began with a modest 37.23% occupancy, which rose significantly to nearly 60% in the afternoon. Evening shows attracted over 71% of the audience, while night shows peaked at a remarkable 77.21%, reflecting strong viewer interest and positive word-of-mouth in Kerala and among Malayalam-speaking audiences. Directed by Tharun Moorthy, 'Thudarum' is a gripping action-comedy drama that stars Mohanlal in a commanding lead role. The film also features veteran actors Shobana, Maniyanpilla Raju, Binu Pappu, and Irshad Ali in key roles. The story blends intense action sequences with emotional drama. The film's success is notable for its strong hold during weekdays and its ability to attract audiences consistently across major Malayalam-speaking regions such as Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, and Thrissur. Even in metros outside Kerala, like Chennai and Bengaluru, 'Thudarum' has garnered respectable occupancy rates. The story is set in the peaceful hill town of Ranni and revolves around Shanmugham, affectionately known as Benz, a humble taxi driver deeply attached to his vintage black Ambassador car. Benz leads a simple, content life with his wife Lalitha and their two children, though his son Pavi is embarrassed by his father's old-fashioned ways. 'Thudarum' has also crossed the Rs 100 crore mark worldwide within six days, combining domestic and overseas collections, making it one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films of 2025.
