Karthikeya

Excitement is building around the film 'Varanasi' as producer S. S. Karthikeya unveils plans for a stunning reimagining of the renowned ghats, a focal point of S. S. Rajamouli's artistic vision.

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli and producer SS Karthikeya graced CCXP Mexico 2026, discussing his upcoming time-travel film 'Varanasi' and past hits. Rajamouli revealed Mayan civilization inspired 'Baahubali,' while Karthikeya highlighted potential cultural resonance for 'Varanasi' in Latin America. Lead stars Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra reportedly wrapped a song sequence for 'Varanasi'.

SS Rajamouli's ambitious film 'Varanasi', starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, faced scrutiny after empty seats appeared at its CCXP Mexico panel. While some fans expressed embarrassment, others defended the film, sharing images of full attendance at other times and suggesting logistical issues. The epic time-travel thriller is slated for a 2027 release.

Mahesh Babu garnered significant acclaim at CCXP Mexico 2026, hailed as a top Telugu star. His wife, Namrata Shirodkar, proudly shared the moment. The event also showcased SS Rajamouli's upcoming film 'Varanasi,' a massive time-travel thriller starring Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, slated for an April 2027 release.

SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi,' starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, is hinting at a global release, with rumors of a Spanish-language version emerging after its CCXP Mexico debut. This potential move follows the 'Ramayana' adaptation's plans for extensive AI-dubbed versions in over 45 languages.

Reports of Akshay Kumar and Rana Daggubati teaming up for a period thriller, directed by Chandoo Mondeti and produced by Dharma Productions, have been debunked. Akshay's team has officially labeled these claims as mere rumors. Meanwhile, his recent horror-comedy, 'Bhooth Bangla,' is performing well at the box office.

Following 'Ramayana's international success, SS Rajamouli's next, 'Varanasi', starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj, will debut at CCXP Mexico 2026. A dedicated panel on April 24 will offer fans an exclusive glimpse, including a message from Rajamouli and behind-the-scenes footage. The film aims for an April 2027 release.

Rathna Kumar's upcoming film, '29 The Film,' starring Vidhu and Preethi Asrani, is set for a May 8 release. The movie explores the life of a 29-year-old, promising a relatable, youthful narrative with strong technical backing and music by Sean Roldan. An announcement video featuring Lokesh Kanagaraj has generated significant buzz.

Gopichand's 33rd film, now titled 'BharataVarsha - Saga of Shula', is an intense action thriller set in ancient India. Directed by Sankalp, the movie promises a grand scale, blending action and emotion to explore a forgotten chapter of history. Ritu Varma and a strong ensemble cast support Gopichand in this ambitious project, generating significant buzz.

SS Rajamouli's ambitious project, reportedly titled 'Varanasi', starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, is slated for a 2027 release. Filming is underway, with the team engaging fans online about the countdown. The film boasts a massive Rs 1400 crore budget, featuring elaborate sets recreating Varanasi, including ghats and temples.

Actress Anupama Parameswaran, who has made a name for herself in the Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam film industries, has now penned an adorable birthday greeting for her mother in which she has pointed out how her mother has always stood by her without a second thought at any point in time.

Coimbatore's upcoming assembly polls highlight key urban and rural constituencies facing distinct issues. Influential figures S.P. Velumani and V. Senthilbalaji are set to dominate the political landscape, with intense contests expected in Thondamuthur and other seats. Local development and farmer concerns are paramount in rural areas, while urban centers grapple with civic challenges.

As Tollywood steps into the second half of 2025, the industry is staring at an uncomfortable truth: the year so far has been a washout. The box office has stayed stubbornly dry, with few films managing to draw crowds or recover costs. Producers, exhibitors and trade insiders say soaring ticket prices, poor planning, piracy and content fatigue are keeping audiences away — a mix that analysts say reflects shifting audience behaviour and evolving industry challenges.

Telugu star Mahesh Babu and global icon Priyanka Chopra led a chorus of birthday wishes for behind-the-scenes powerhouse S.S. Karthikeya. Babu lauded his calm leadership, while Chopra shared a fun dance clip, highlighting their professional bond. Their tributes underscore Karthikeya's significant, often unseen, contributions to cinema, earning him widespread industry respect.

The handsome hunk of Telugu cinema, Karthikeya got engaged to his bestie Lohita. The charming actor who is about to make his entry into Kollywood with Ajith's 'Valimai', took to Twitter handle to share the special announcement with his fans. Karthikeya is engaged to his long-time best friend Lohita, and his bestie is now his life partner.

Worshipping Karthikeya on Krishna Shashthi enhances determination, mental clarity, and protection against negative forces. His divine energy aids in overcoming obstacles, achieving success, and spiritual growth. Devotees engage in rituals like temple visits, offerings, chanting mantras, and fasting to receive his blessings and wisdom.

Tollywood actor Nikhil Siddharth sets the stage for excitement with the official announcement of 'Karthikeya 3', the next installment in the action-thriller franchise. Directed by Chandoo Mondeti, the film promises another thrilling adventure, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the unveiling of this epic cinematic adventure to come soon. More details are awaited.

Nikhil’s 'Karthikeya 2' is continuing the dream run at the box office. The film did extremely well not just in Telugu states but also in the Hindi belts and overseas. Karthikeya 2’ has emerged as a mega blockbuster in the USA, minting more than 2 million dollars. The film recently completed a successful 50-day run, and for the first time, 50-day celebrations were held in the United States.

Prithviraj Sukumaran has revealed how Karthikeya was chosen for the forthcoming Malayalam film ‘L2: Empuraan’. The selection was influenced by Prashanth Neel, who shared a video showcasing Karthikeya's performance in ‘Salaar’. Impressed by the video, Prithviraj immediately decided to cast him in ‘L2: Empuraan’. The actor expressed hopes that Karthikeya will become a prominent star in Telugu cinema. The much-anticipated film is set for a pan-Indian release on March 27 in multiple languages, including Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Kannada.

A famous author once said, when you want something, the whole universe conspires in order for you to achieve it. This was literally true in the case of 'Karthikeya 2'. No matter how many ups and downs the film faced during the release, after the release, the success streak continued in an unexpected way.

Telugu actor Nikhil Siddhartha, who got a lot of positive responses for his pan-India release, 'Karthikeya 2', is a huge fan of the Badshah of Bollywood - Shah Rukh Khan, by his own admission. Nikhil has been a part of 'Karthikeya 1' and 'Karthikeya 2' and will also be seen in 'Karthikeya 3'.

Thala Ajith fans have been praising the Telugu actor Karthikeya, who is currently roped in to play a key role in 'Valimai' Karthikeya has delivered an impressive performance in the films 'RX 100', 'Gang Leader', and '90ML' in Telugu, and he is set to mark his debut in Tamil with 'Valimai'. Now, Karthikeya spoke about his next film 'Valimai' for the first time and thanked Ajith fans.

After the huge success of suspense thriller 'Karthikeya', actor Nikhil Siddhartha is back with a same genre movie 'Karthikeya 2'. But the release of the movie on July 22, the scheduled date, does not seem to be happening as the makers intend to postpone it. Reportedly, producer Dil Raju has requested to validate another release date for 'Karthikeya 2', as he wants to secure a solo release for his project 'Thank You', which stars Naga Chaitanya and Raashii Khanna.

Expectations are high on 'Karthikeya 2', a sequel to the 2014 film 'Karthikeya' directed by Chandu Mondeti. Starring Nikhil Siddhartha and Anupama Parameswaran, there has been an overwhelming response to the already released motion poster and has generated much-needed buzz. The trailer of 'Karthikeya 2' has been released by the makers on Friday, and it will impress you with stunning visuals and intriguing thrilling elements.

Actress Anupama Parameswaran, who plays the female lead in director Chandoo Mondeti's eagerly awaited 'Karthikeya 2', featuring actor Nikhil Siddhartha in the lead on Monday clarified why she had been unable to join the team in promoting the film. Meanwhile, actor Nikhil Siddhartha announced the winner of the Hyderabad leg of the 'Karthikeya 2 Quest' treasure hunt contest.

SS Rajamouli and Karthikeya faced paparazzi in Mumbai. Karthikeya annoyed at paps. Rajamouli busy with Mahesh Babu project. Karthikeya dubbed 'Premalu' and will produce Fahadh Faasil's projects.

Nikhil all set to shoot for Karthikeya

The South Indian film industry has started giving surprising Pan-India hits, especially after the pandemic. The regional film industry has revolutionised itself with great concepts attempted from pan-India to a world-level audience. While many high-budget Bollywood films recently tried hard at the box office, it was a low-budget Telugu film 'Karthikeya 2' that had a small and quiet release in Hindi which turned out to be the biggest success.