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Ram Charan's upcoming sports drama 'Peddi' trailer has ignited excitement, earning praise from global icon Priyanka Chopra who called it "Fire." The film showcases Charan in diverse roles as a cricketer, wrestler, and runner. A musical event in Bhopal will feature a new song and a live performance by composer A.R. Rahman.

TVK leader Vijay is set to take charge of Home and Public Administration portfolios. Key party members are slated for significant roles, including Public Works, Municipal Administration, and Prohibition Enforcement. Other trusted aides are expected to handle Electricity and Commercial Taxes. Congress is likely to secure two ministerial positions, with a junior minister post also considered.

Making a remarkable electoral debut, Thalapathy Vijay has emerged as a strong political force in Tamil Nadu. The celebrations at the family residence also saw music and dancing, with members playing 'Whistle Podu' from Vijay's film 'The Greatest of All Time'. Several celebrities have also taken to social media to congratulate Vijay on his debut political victory.

Early trends for the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections show a significant shift, with the Congress-led UDF projected for a commanding victory, leading in over 100 seats. The ruling LDF faces strong anti-incumbency, while the BJP remains a marginal player. This outcome suggests a return to Kerala's traditional pattern of alternating governments.

The Kerala Film Critics Awards 2025 have been announced, with Mohanlal clinching Best Actor for 'Thudarum' and 'Hridayapoorvam'. Dinjith Ayyathan's 'Eko' secured Best Film, while Dominic Arun directed the Best Director winner, 'Lokah: Chapter One – Chandra'. The Best Actress award was a tie between Kalyani Priyadarshan and Anaswara Rajan.

The film follows a familiar commercial structure and unfolds in a straightforward manner. It doesn’t push boundaries or aim for novelty, instead choosing a safe and conventional approach. While the title suggests intensity, the treatment is relatively restrained and suitable for family audience.

A new COVID-19 sub-lineage, nicknamed 'cicada' and linked to BA.3.2, is circulating. While highly transmissible due to numerous mutations, experts state it causes mild symptoms like stuffy nose and fever, unlike previous variants that affected lungs. Hospitalizations and severe outcomes are not expected, with infections typically resolving on their own.

Popular Malayalam star Kunchacko Boban has now penned an adorable post to his wife on their wedding anniversary in which he has thanked her for being the queen of his dreams, heart and life.

TDP MP Putta Mahesh Kumar, from Andhra chief minister Chandrababu Naidu's party, was charged under the NDPS Act for drug consumption but released on bail shortly after. Some of the others arrested were, however, remanded to judicial custody for 14 days