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Pink Villa
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Thandel: Naga Chaitanya's romantic actioner clocks in record TRP on Television premiere
Thandel, starring Naga Chaitanya in the lead role, hit the big screens on February 7, 2025. Following its theatrical run and OTT debut, the movie created history in television, making a record in TRP numbers. Thandel clocks in the second-highest record in TRP Taking to X (formerly Twitter) handle, Thandel's makers confirmed that the movie has become a sensation after its television premiere. The film is said to have clocked in a TRP of 10.32, making it the second-highest record of 2025 in the channel Zee Telugu. Sharing the official post, Geetha Arts penned, 'The Epic Love Story Continues to Reign in Every Heart. A Blockbuster Reception on the Small Screen Too! #Thandel records a sensational rating of 10.32 for its World Television Premiere on Zee Telugu.' Here's the official post: A report by Gulte states that in 2025, only 3 Telugu movies managed to cross double digits in TRP. With Venkatesh Daggubati's Sankranthiki Vasthunnam topping the list, Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 (Star Maa) came in second, followed by Thandel. Interestingly, Sankranthiki Vasthunnam also premiered on Zee Telugu, making it the highest record in TRP on the channel, with Thandel close behind it. About Thandel Thandel featured the story of Raju, a brave fisherman who accidentally enters Pakistani waters. The movie focuses on the man's passion for fishing and his love for Sathya, also known as Bujji Thalli. Interestingly, it was based on an actual incident endured by a man from Srikakulam. Apart from Chay, the film had Sai Pallavi, Aadukalam Naren, Divya Pillai, Karunakaran, Kalpa Latha, Babloo Prithiveeraj, and many more in key parts. It is available for streaming on Netflix. Naga Chaitanya's next movie Naga Chaitanya is next set to appear in the lead role for the movie, tentatively titled NC24. It is said to be one of the highest-budget films ever made in Chay's career. His character would be seen in a brand new avatar and is expected to be significantly different from his other movies. The upcoming movie is helmed by Virupshaka and Kartikeya director Karthik Varma Dandu, with Sukumar penning the story. As the film is bankrolled by BVSN Prasad, Sukumar, and Bapineedu, it will have cinematography handled by Ragul Dharuman.
India.com
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet top actress from 90s who made her debut at age of 16, did more than 100 films, got married at 33, has net worth of Rs 2000 crore, she is…
The 1990s brought a wave of cinematic brilliance, a time when Hindi cinema glowed with unforgettable faces and timeless stories. During this golden era emerged a radiant talent emerged, an actress whose beauty, charm, and screen presence captivated millions. Without a filmy background, she carved her own path, starring alongside the biggest names in the industry. Whether it was a comic caper, an intense drama, or a romantic saga, she brought her roles to life with effortless grace. Despite leaving the world of glitz and glamour, her effect remains intact. The Powerhouse Of Talent… Here we are talking about actress Rambha, who is currently celebrating her 48th birthday. Rambha began her acting journey in 1992 with the Telugu movie Aa Okatti Adakku. She carved out a unique niche for herself in South Indian cinema and also ventured into Hindi films. Starting her film career at the young age of 16, Rambha quickly captured the hearts of audiences with her charm and naivety. Rambha's Journey In Bollywood She made her Bollywood debut in 1995 with the movie Jallad alongside Mithun Chakraborty. Following that, she starred in the blockbuster Judwaa, with Salman Khan. In addition, she collaborated with prominent actors such as Mithun, Govinda, Ajay Devgan, Anil Kapoor, and Rajinikanth. Besides Hindi and South Indian films, Rambha has also appeared in Bhojpuri cinema. Her last Malayalam project was Filmstar in 2011, and her final Bhojpuri film was Ram Balram, featuring Ravi Kishan alongside her. At the height of her career, Rambha got married to businessman Indra Kumar Padmanabhan in 2010, with the ceremony held at the Tirumala temple. Rambha's Life After Marriage Currently, she has three children and dedicates her full attention to her family. Although she is not involved in films, her wealth is reportedly comparable to that of Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan. Her husband operates an interior design business called 'Magic Woods' in Canada and oversees five other companies. One of these businesses carries her name. Additionally, some of the companies are located in Chennai, India. In terms of her financial achievements, Rambha's estimated net worth stands at approximately $3 million, including both her movable and immovable assets in India and overseas. A report from News 18 indicates that she also possesses a property valued at Rs 2000 crore. Upon returning to India from Canada, Rambha continued her career. She appeared as a judge on Zee Telugu's dance program ABCD-Anybody Can Dance and on Vijay TV's Kings of Comedy Juniors.
Pink Villa
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Bhairavam Twitter Review: Is Bellamkonda Sai Srinivas' film HIT or MISS? Read these 11 tweets to find out
Bhairavam, starring Bellamkonda Sai Srinivas and Manchu Manoj, has finally hit the big screens today, May 30. Directed by Vijay Kanakamedala, this Telugu action drama is the official remake of Soori's Garudan. Owing to the success of the original, the film has generated immense hype among viewers. If you're planning to catch it in theaters, take a look at audience reactions after the first day, first show. Here's what netizens have to say about Bhairavam Viewers felt that Bhairavam was a decent action drama that started off well but lost momentum in the second half. According to audience reactions, the first half had a solid setup with engaging moments. However, the latter part shifted heavily towards action, missing the emotional depth. The performances of the three lead actors were widely appreciated. Many agreed they fit their roles perfectly and carried the film with their strong screen presence. While certain dramatic portions worked, viewers pointed out that the narrative became predictable and lacked freshness. Several felt that the inclusion of a love track and songs disrupted the film's flow. Overall, although Bhairavam had the potential to become a compelling drama with meaningful storytelling, its execution and the addition of forced commercial elements led it to be viewed as a mediocre, one-time watch. "#Bhairavam is a So-So Rustic Action Drama that had a passable 1st half but could not capitalize on the setup in the 2nd. The movie is carried by the three lead actors who all performed well and were perfectly apt. The drama works well in certain portions but feels too predictable and run of the mill in others," read a review on X. Check out more reactions below: About Bhairavam Bhairavam stars Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas, Nara Rohith, and Manoj Manchu in lead roles. The supporting cast includes Jayasudha, Aditi Shankar, Divya Pillai, Sampath Raj, Aanandi, and others. Directed and written by Vijay Kanakamedala, the film is produced by KK Radhamohan. Cinematography is by Hari K Vedantam. As per a Times Now report, Bhairavam is expected to stream on ZEE5 and premiere later on Zee Telugu.
Indian Express
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Naga Chaitanya's step mother Amala Akkineni claps as Samantha Ruth Prabhu delivers emotional speech at awards gala. Watch
Nearly four years after her divorce from Naga Chaitanya, Samantha Ruth Prabhu and his stepmother, Amala Akkineni, came together under one roof for the first time. The two attended the Zee Telugu Awards ceremony. The organisers celebrated Samantha's 15-year journey in the industry with a special audio-visual presentation highlighting her career. In a promo shared online, the actress was invited on stage to loud cheers from the audience. Dressed in a beautiful yellow saree, she appeared visibly emotional as she delivered her speech. Samantha Ruth Prabhu thanked the Telugu audience for their love and support for fifteen long years. She said, 'I promise to always put the Telugu audience first.' The video also showed Amala Akkineni sitting in the audience with a huge smile and cheering for Samantha. A post shared by Zee Telugu (@zeetelugu) Amala's reaction to Samantha's speech surprised internet users, who flooded the video's comment section with responses. A user wrote, 'Nagarjuna's wife claps.' Another user wrote, 'How Amala appreciates.' Another comment read, 'Amala was also at the event?' ALSO READ | 'Aamir Khan charged lower fees as he didn't want producers to suffer,' reveals actor's CA: 'Now he doesn't charge at all' Samantha Ruth Prabhu had a painful separation from Naga Chaitanya back in 2021 after four years of marriage. Post this, Samantha had quiet a difficult phase with the diagnosis of myositis taking a toll on her personal and professional life. The actress recently lost her father as well. In her podcast last year, the actress had revealed, 'I remember specifically the year before I had this problem, it was an extremely difficult year for me. I specifically remember the day that I think my friend/partner/manager Himank, and I were traveling back from Mumbai. And this was in June of the year before last, and I remember telling him that finally I feel calm. I haven't felt a little relaxed and a little calm in a very, very long time. And I finally feel like I can breathe and I can go to sleep, and I can now wake up and focus on my work and be the best that I can be at work. And I woke up with this condition.' Naga Chaitanya is now married to Sobhita Dhulipala. Meanwhile, Samantha Ruth Prabhu is rumoured to be dating her The Family Man director Raj Nidimoru.
NDTV
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Viral Video: Naga Chaitanya's Mother Amala Reacts To Samantha Ruth Prabhu's Emotional Speech
New Delhi: Samantha Ruth Prabhu and her ex-mother-in-law, Amala Akkineni, recently attended the Zee Telugu Awards ceremony. While the duo had no public interactions, Amala was seen reacting to Samantha's heartfelt speech from the audience. A video of Amala's reaction has gone viral. In the newly released promotional video on Instagram, Samantha is seen walking up to the stage to receive an award for completing 15 years in the Telugu industry. The actress expressed gratitude to her audience for their love and support. Amid this, we get a glimpse of Amala sitting in the audience. She clapped for Samantha with a proud smile on her face. Watch the full video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zee Telugu (@zeetelugu) FYI: Samantha Ruth Prabhu was married to Naga Chaitanya. The couple got separated in 2021. Naga Chaitanya is now married to actress Sobhita Dhulipala. Meanwhile, Samantha is rumoured to be dating filmmaker Raj Nidimoru. The relationship rumours began back in February when the actress shared several photos with Raj from the World Pickleball League match on Instagram. For the unversed, Samantha owns the pickleball team Chennai Super Champs. In one picture, Samantha was seen holding Raj's hands, adding fuel to the dating rumours. Earlier this month, Samantha shared a bunch of pictures featuring the man of the moment, celebrating her maiden production Subham's journey. Raj Nidimoru AKA Raj of the Raj-DK duo, is popular for directing films like Shor In The City and Go Goa Gone. On OTTs, they created shows like The Family Man, Guns & Gulaabs, Farzi and more. Samantha collaborated with Raj and DK on projects like The Family Man Season 2 and Citadel: Honey Bunny. On the future work front, the actress will be working with the directing duo once again in Rakht Brahmand and Family Man Season 3.
