Anirudh delivered a chartbuster for Nani's The Paradise with Aaya Sher. The Music Director reportedly promised to deliver a Love Song this week. And then, it will be shot. After that, Anirudh will have to give the Special Song. Expectations are high on the remaining songs in the album.
Meenakshi Chaudhary is set to pair up with Siddu Jonnalagadda for an upcoming Netflix original web series. The project will be directed by Venky Atluri, known for his youthful entertainers. The series is expected to begin shoot soon.
The ongoing rumours about an actress being locked for the special song in 'Peddi' are false. The team has not started the song shoot and plans to begin only after the second week of May. Director Buchi Babu is still finalising the heroine, while preparations are moving at a fast pace.
Our readers are aware that Allu Arjun and Asian are coming up with premium 8-screen multiplex in the new Inorbit Mall, Vizag. The construction is reportedly almost completed and they are planning to inaugurate it in July/August. This is the second colloboration of Asian Group and Allu Arjun after their AAA Cinemas in Ameerpet.
Yash has hinted disappointment for KGF fans by revealing that KGF 3 is not happening anytime soon. He said discussions with Prashanth Neel are still in early stages and the team is in no hurry, as they want a massive output. He also said fans may have to wait longer than expected for the next chapter of the blockbuster franchise now.
Chennai Super Kings have suffered a major setback as young batter Ayush Mhatre has been officially ruled out of the remainder of IPL 2026 due to injury concerns. This season, he was one of CSK’s most dangerous hitters, maintaining a strong strike rate and giving quick starts in the middle order.
A violent clash erupted at a gurdwara in Germany between members of the Sikh community, escalating into gunfire that left 11 people injured. Police quickly responded and have launched an investigation into the incident. Authorities are working to identify the cause of the dispute, while security has been tightened amid rising concerns over community tensions.
Genelia D’Souza stunned fans after breaking down on stage during the promotional event of Raja Shivaji. As Riteish Deshmukh emotionally spoke about their journey and his late father Vilasrao Deshmukh, Genelia was moved to tears, turning away to compose herself, revealing a rare vulnerable side. Fans praised her emotional sincerity and grace moment. VIDEO
Canada has slightly improved visa processing times for Indian applicants, offering faster visitor and study visas amid changing immigration demand. Visitor visa approvals have notably sped up, while work permits have shown a mild increase in wait times. Study permits remain stable, reflecting Canada’s effort to balance rising applications with processing capacity across categories.
The most-awaited pan-India biggie from Tollywood, NTR x Neel, starring Jr NTR and directed by Prashanth Neel, has locked its new release date for June 11, 2027. The glimpse is set to be released on NTR’s birthday, May 20. Though the release has been pushed to a much later date, fans are hoping the film will create wonders at the box office.
Tim Cook is stepping down as CEO of Apple. John Ternus, Apple’s current Senior Vice President of Engineering, will take over as CEO in September. Tim Cook will be shifting to the role of the Executive Chairman.
With only one day remaining until the commencement of the RTC strike, the absence of any announcement from the government has created anxiety among passengers. One of the RTC JACs has already clarified that the strike will begin with the very first service on the morning of the 22nd. Now, another JAC has also declared its support for the strike.
"I have already composed the music for the songs of Allu Arjun's Raaka, and the output is excellent. I am hopeful that it will be of an international standard. We are currently working on the lyrics and collaborating with world-class lyricists and singers. Allu Arjun has a deep passion for music," Sai Abhyankar stated in an interview.
South Telangana may witness scattered intense thunderstorms tonight. A bigger shift is expected tomorrow, with widespread thunderstorms set to impact Central and North Telangana, including Hyderabad, from afternoon to night.
The Andhra Pradesh government has dismissed Section Officer Venkatrami Reddy, widely known as the former Secretariat Employees Association president, for allegedly campaigning for YSRCP while serving as an Assistant Secretary in Goverment. Already under suspension for two years, he now loses his job permanently along with retirement benefits, despite having 14 years of service left.
Nani's The Paradise is currently being shot in the special set erected in Muchintal. Today is the 95th working day of the film and around 40 more days are left for the shoot. The movie directed by Srikanth Odela is scheduled to be released in cinemas on August 21, 2026. Sudhakar Cherukuri is the Producer.
Nashik Court denies interim anticipatory bail to TCS employee Nida Khan. Facing allegations, Nida Khan has approached the court for Anticipatory Bail citing that she is two months pregnant and not the main accused. The complainant’s lawyer filed an application seeking time to submit their written response, which the court allowed, granting time till April 27.
Iran has refused to confirm participation in the second round of US–Iran peace talks scheduled in Pakistan, despite Islamabad’s mediation efforts. Tehran cites US demands, naval blockade issues, and recent incidents as key obstacles. While Pakistan pushes for dialogue extension, Iran’s hesitation signals deep mistrust, leaving the ceasefire process uncertain and fragile as tensions continue to rise.
The Indian Navy has enhanced surveillance and patrol operations near the Strait of Hormuz after a recent IRGC-linked incident involving commercial vessels. The move aims to ensure the safety of Indian-flagged and merchant ships passing through the critical oil route. Naval forces are providing monitoring support and issuing advisories amid rising regional maritime tensions.
The United States will begin refunding billions of dollars collected through Trump-era tariffs starting Monday after legal rulings declared several duties unlawful. The Customs and Border Protection system will process claims from importers and businesses. Around $166 billion may be refunded, mostly to companies, with payments expected in phases over the coming months.