The southern film industry had another busy day, with big changes coming from the world of film genres, celebrities, and industry development. From movie announcements and promotional ads to lawsuits and celebrity reactions, several stories kept fans engaged throughout the day. Here is a list of the biggest stories that made the news.
‘Dharman ‘ BTS creates a new buzz
‘Dharman’ BTS movie has shed light on the making of Rajinikanth’s first eye-catching film. The use of the famous dialogue, “Ketta Paiyan Sir Avan,” along with dark visuals, shows a sinister side to the character. Following the BTS video, the makers have unveiled a new poster featuring Rajinikanth in a handsome doctor avatar, confirming that the shooting of Ashwath Marimuthu’s novel has begun.
The wonder of Naveen Polishetty viral pan-India
Naveen Polishetty has started promoting his next pan-India film in his style with a viral reel. The film brings together the star directors Prashanth Neel, Lokesh Kanagaraj, Sukumar, and Rishab Shetty in one film, making it one of the most talked about episodes on the internet. Calling it his “cheapest reel” and a “Rs 5,000 crore frame,” Naveen added to his sense of humor as he teased the upcoming project. Backed by the makers of ‘Pushpa’, the previously unannounced entertainer has created a lot of excitement among fans.
Darshan moves the Supreme Court again
Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa has moved the Supreme Court, seeking permission for a fresh trial in the Renukaswamy murder case before he completes a year in jail. He said that the case is moving slowly and that new information should be heard soon. Darshan has also sought clarification that the previous court should not prevent him from seeking bail if he delays the trial or other important matters. The actor has been in jail since August 2025 after his bail was revoked.
SS Rajamouli’s perfection pushes the boundaries
Prithviraj Sukumaran revealed that one scene in SS Rajamouli’s ‘Varanasi’ with Mahesh Babu took almost a full day to shoot. According to the actor, the shooting went through about 94 to 97 because Rajamouli was not satisfied with the results. Although he spent many hours filming the song, the director reportedly asked the actors to come back the next day for another shoot. Prithviraj praised Rajamouli’s determination, calling him the hardest working director he has ever worked with.
Mammootty does it AMMA to argue
Veteran actor Mammootty briefly commented on the latest developments in AMMA following Shwetha Menon’s resignation. When asked about the controversy, he said, “I was wondering why you haven’t asked that yet.” Opting not to divulge details, Mammootty urged patience and said that this should be allowed to happen naturally. He added that a decision would be reached and explained that the issues are issues that will be resolved over time.
