Vishal and Sundar C’s ‘Purushan’ title teaser, Hiran Chatterjee’s second wedding, AMMA clears Kukku Parameswaran: Top 5 South newsmakers of the day

January 21 turned out to be a busy day for South cinema, with multiple developments making headlines and keeping fans engaged. From a much-talked-about title reveal to weddings, key industry announcements, and major film updates, here’s a quick roundup of everything that made news in South cinema today.

Vishal and Sundar C’s film titled ‘Purushan’

The first-look teaser of Vishal and Sundar C’s upcoming film has been unveiled, officially titled Purushan. The teaser suggests a loud, commercial entertainer packed with mass moments and comedy, a genre that is Sundar C’s forte. Vishal appears in a one-dimensional avatar with multiple shades, hinting at both mass appeal and humour-driven storytelling. The reunion also features Hip Hop Tamizha Adhi, giving the project strong Aambala vibes. Overall, the teaser promises a no-nonsense masala entertainer filled with comedy and whistle-worthy moments.

Hiran Chatterjee ties the knot again

Actor Hiran Chatterjee has tied the knot for the second time in a serene and spiritual ceremony held at the ghats of Varanasi. According to reports, the actor married his childhood friend, Ritika Giri. The wedding was an intimate affair, with the bride wearing a red Banarasi saree, while Hiran opted for a yellow panjabi. Photos from the ceremony quickly went viral on social media.

AMMA clears Kukku Parameswaran

The Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) has concluded its internal investigation into the memory card controversy and has cleared its general secretary, Kukku Parameswaran. The committee stated that in 2018, statements from female members were recorded on the card during the MeToo movement. The card was later handed over to KPAC Lalitha and did not remain in Kukku Parameswaran’s possession. According to the findings, there is no evidence of data leakage or misuse, and the controversy surfaced only during the 2025 internal elections. AMMA has accepted the report and informed members that they are free to pursue legal action individually if they wish.

‘Dacoit’ shoot wrapped

Mrunal Thakur has completed filming for her action drama Dacoit, which also stars Adivi Sesh. The actress shared the update on Instagram, posting pictures with her co-stars and writing, “And it’s a film wrap Dacoit.” She also posted a group picture featuring Adivi Sesh, Shaneil Deo, and other crew members, calling them the “Best Team.” Shot in both Telugu and Hindi, Dacoit is scheduled to release in theatres in March.

Krithi Shetty likely to play Chiranjeevi’s daughter in upcoming film

Actress Krithi Shetty is likely to star alongside Tollywood megastar Chiranjeevi in his upcoming film, which is expected to be directed by Bobby Kolli. Reports suggest that Krithi will be seen playing Chiranjeevi’s daughter. The actress has reportedly given her green signal, with an official announcement expected soon. The project is slated to go on floors in March, marking a significant opportunity for Krithi Shetty.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”