Spider-Man: Brand New Day shattered box office records, scoring a historic $360 million domestic debut—the biggest opening weekend ever, surpassing Avengers: Endgame. With a massive $932 million global haul in just three days, the superhero blockbuster has redefined cinematic success and left industry projections in the dust.
Varun Tej's horror-comedy 'Korean Kanakaraju' releases this Friday, promising a unique theatrical scare-fest. The actor argues Telugu cinema underutilizes true horror, urging audiences to experience the film in theaters, where the genre's full impact—unlike OTT—can be felt.
Varun Tej dons dual shades in the upcoming horror-comedy 'Korean Kanakaraju,' directed by Merlapaka Gandhi, releasing August 7, 2026. Featuring Ritika Nayak, the film uniquely blends Anantapur and Korean cultures. With music by Thaman, this UV Creations production promises a fresh, entertaining cinematic experience.
YRF Entertainment, following The Railway Men's success, is developing *Tunnel Men* for Netflix. The survival thriller will depict the gripping 2023 Uttarakhand tunnel rescue, where 41 workers were trapped for 17 days. Directed by Shiv Rawail, the series is currently in pre-production.
Salman Khan reveals dropping 16 kg for Vamshi Paidipally’s upcoming film, sparking huge fan excitement. The Bollywood megastar’s transformation fuels anticipation for SVC63, co-starring Nayanthara, eyeing an Eid 2027 release alongside his other project, Maatrubhumi.
Suriya reveals he reshot Karuppu’s climax six months post-wrap, leaving his Vishwanath and Sons set in Hyderabad. Following director Balaji’s dissatisfaction, the actor flew to Chennai for two days, praying for guidance to perfect the pivotal scene for the Kollywood thriller.
Allu Arjun’s Raaka to release in two parts, confirmed by reports. Directed by Atlee and starring Deepika Padukone, the VFX-heavy shoot reportedly runs until 2027. With Mrunal Thakur, Rashmika Mandanna, and Janhvi Kapoor in key roles, this mega-budget Sun Pictures film is raising fan excitement.
Suriya caps a stellar 2026 with back-to-back releases: Karuppu is a blockbuster, Vishwanath & Sons arrives August 14, and his 47th film, directed by Jithu Madhavan, is confirmed for a year-end debut.
Actress Mrunal Thakur threatened legal action after alleged deepfake images surfaced online, calling the content “unauthorized and unlawful.” The star demanded immediate removal, warning of formal complaints. Following similar cases like Rashmika Mandanna, Thakur’s strong condemnation reignites the debate on AI misuse and online safety for celebrities.
Netflix has secured the OTT rights for Mythri Movie Makers' upcoming crime comedy *Donga Naa Koduku*, starring Mouli Thanuj Prashanth, directed by debutant Sreenu Kambala. The early streaming deal is a milestone for the film, whose theatrical release date remains unannounced.