Earlier today, the production team disclosed that the first-look poster will be released on January 26, 2025, along with the film’s confirmed title. More details regarding the release date are expected to be confirmed on January 26. Thalapathy Vijay is getting ready to say farewell to his successful film career, with his closing project, tentatively titled Thalapathy69, currently in production. When the project was originally unveiled, it was indicated that Thalapathy69 would release in October 2025. This upcoming highly anticipated film is a remake of Balakrishna’s Bhagavanth Kesari. The film features an star-studded cast, including Pooja Hegde, Bobby Deol, Mamitha Baiju, Prakash Raj, Priyamani, Narain, and Gautham Vasudev Menon in key roles. Pongal is a significant time for the Tamil film industry, and if Thalapathy69 arrives during this festive season, it has the potential to break records. However, current industry speculation indicates the release being delayed to Pongal 2026. Produced by KVN Productions, the movie’s music will be composed by celebrated Anirudh Ravichander.

Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi’s eagerly awaited love story, “Thandel,” is ready for a grand global release in just a few hours. In the lead-up to “Thandel’s” premiere, both Chaitanya and Pallavi engaged in a series of interviews with each other, sharing the details on their social media accounts. Excitement for this emotional coastal love story is at an unprecedented level, and industry experts predict a powerful box office opening. These interactions included questions from fans, one notably asking, “Is there a possibility of Sai Pallavi directing a film in the future?” Although Pallavi initially dismissed the idea with a “No,” Chaitanya playfully disagreed with her claim, mentioning that he had asked the same question. “I believe she hinted that she might direct someday and even offered me a role,” Chaitanya noted. To this, Sai Pallavi replied with enthusiasm, “Oh yes, I remember that,” affirming her dreams to direct in the future. Given her profound understanding of narratives and storylines, her first directorial venture is sure to be eagerly awaited when it arrives.

Yuva Samrat Naga Chaitanya’s eagerly awaited film, “Thandel,” a blend of romance, emotion, and nationalism, is set to launch worldwide tomorrow, while audiences in the USA can attend special previews today. The recently unveiled theatrical trailer has only boosted to the excitement, hinting at a gripping narrative inspired by true events that aims to resonate with both youth and family viewers. The soundtrack, composed by Rockstar Devi Sri Prasad, has already soared to the top of the charts, significantly contributing to the film’s buzz ahead of its release. Following the success of films like “Kalki,” “Devara,” and “Pushpa 2,” Prathyangira Cinemas is bringing the film to American audiences. Scenes such as the dramatic storm sequence in the first half and the true-to-life depiction of events in Pakistan are poised to leave a lasting impression. The film’s climactic thirty minutes are touted as its emotional core, promising to touch viewers. Directed by Chandoo Mondeti and brought to life by Allu Aravind of Geetha Arts, this film promises an enthralling cinematic experience. Prepare yourself for an heartfelt journey as you delve into this captivating love story on the big screen! With impressive pre-sales reported across various regions, “Thandel” is poised to set new box office milestones for Naga Chaitanya. Produced by Bunny Vasu, “Thandel” features the gifted Sai Pallavi opposite Chaitanya. A notable highlight of “Thandel” is the on-screen connection between Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi, which is expected to charm audiences.

If the current trend continues, it could be pulled from cinemas as early as Monday. Alarmingly, its collections in Telugu have yet to surpass ₹2 crore, a poor figure for the film. Ajith’s newest film, “Pattudala,” was released in Telugu with minimal promotional efforts and has gathered lackluster reviews throughout the Telugu states. Given these discouraging numbers, “Pattudala” is set to be one of Ajith’s major flops in recent years. The outlook in Tamil markets is just as bleak, according to insider sources. Unless there are drastic changes, the film’s box office prospects seem grim. Even on a Sunday, “Pattudala” managed to achieve an audience attendance of less than 30%. As a result, the film is facing significant difficulties at the ticket counters. The film’s marketing was almost absent, and its standard, unexciting narrative has failed to resonate with many viewers.

Samantha is now steering her career toward large-scale ventures. Her most recent venture had her in the web page series *Citadel*, directed by Raj and DK, which disappointingly failed to make a mark in the digital space.

Despite the debut of new films last Friday, it remains the leading film of the season. Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the film stars Venkatesh, Aishwarya Rajesh, and Meenakshi Chaudhary in prominent roles. Produced by Sri Venkateswara Creations, the film’s soundtrack is crafted by Bheems Ceciroleo.” In just the previous 24 hours, the movie has sold 170,320 tickets on BookMyShow, marking a significant rise from the 106,180 tickets sold the day before. Even after 11 days in theaters, the film exhibits no signs of a fall in interest, maintaining audiences excited about its potential new records. “Sankranthiki Vasthunnam is entering its third week and keeps to impress at the box office, with earnings surpassing around Rs.