Nandamuri Balakrishna's NBK111, directed by Gopichand Malineni, will shoot its next major schedule from July 17 to 23 at Kakinada Port and Rajahmundry Central Jail. The team is racing to complete production for a Dussehra release, with December being considered as a backup if shooting gets delayed.
A 14 year old boy has been arrested in connection with the murder of Telangana native Kuncha Anshul in Philadelphia. Police said the teen faces murder and robbery charges, while the search continues for another suspect. Anshul was fatally shot while delivering pizzas during a weekend job in June.
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan is personally bearing all expenses related to his shoulder surgery, including travel costs. Despite being eligible for government reimbursement, he has chosen not to use public funds for personal medical treatment, following the same practice he adopted during his earlier nose surgery.
Chiranjeevi and Bobby Kolli's Mega158 is currently being filmed at Brisc Space. The team is set to begin its crucial Kolkata schedule on August 1, which is expected to be one of the film's most important phases. As of now, the makers are targeting a Sankranti 2027 release.
The makers of Fauzi have intensified production by shooting simultaneously with two units at Kokapet and Taher Sound Unit. With a December release in sight, the team is racing to wrap up the remaining portions. Prabhas is expected to join the shoot later this month and complete his part on a fast track.
Former Andhra Pradesh minister Mudragada Padmanabham will be accorded official state honours during his funeral. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan took the decision after speaking over the phone, directing officials to make the necessary arrangements in recognition of his public and political service.
Speculation around a collaboration between Allu Arjun and Malayalam filmmaker Basil Joseph has gained momentum. After reports claimed the project was in the works, Basil shared an Instagram story with the caption "Icon," which many fans believe is a subtle hint at a film with the Icon Star. Neither side has officially confirmed the project yet.
Fresh reports suggest CM Vijay's Jana Nayagan may hit theatres on July 23, a day earlier than the widely reported July 24 release. However, the makers are yet to make an official announcement, leaving fans confused as overseas bookings continue and theatrical arrangements gather pace.
The Supreme Court has imposed a ₹3 lakh cost on comedian Samay Raina, observing that he had "taken the Court for a ride." The bench said he failed to comply with undertakings given in the case involving insensitive jokes about persons with disabilities.
The Election Commission has extended Andhra Pradesh's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) deadline by 10 days, allowing the house-to-house voter survey to continue until July 24. The draft electoral roll will be released on July 31, objections accepted until August 30, and the final voter list published on October 3.
The Andhra Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer has requested the Election Commission to extend the voter enumeration and digitisation deadline by 10 days following appeals from political parties and district collectors. So far, 98.32% of over 4.16 crore enumeration forms have been digitised across the state.
The All India Jr NTR Fans Association has strongly condemned reports claiming that Jr NTR will announce a political party on July 18. Calling the speculation baseless and misleading, the association urged fans and the public not to believe or spread unverified rumours.
Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor has declared assets worth ₹96.06 crore in his election affidavit for the Bankipur bypoll. His wife, Dr. Jahanvi Das, owns assets worth ₹101.93 crore, taking the couple's combined wealth to nearly ₹198 crore, with most of Kishor's fortune coming from corporate equity.
A maintenance technician from Kerala, Sunil Kumar Sadasivan, has won the UAE Lottery's grand prize of AED 30 million (over ₹78 crore). He became the second person to claim the jackpot in the lottery's history after choosing ticket numbers based on the birthdays of his wife and daughters.
Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh has hinted at a major green cement initiative in Kadapa. In a X post, he said a sustainable new way of manufacturing cement will soon be unveiled, calling it a breakthrough for the planet. The tease has generated curiosity ahead of tomorrow's groundbreaking announcement.
The Central Government has informed the Supreme Court that comprehensive sex education will soon be introduced in school and college curriculum across India. The proposed syllabus will focus on age appropriate sexual health awareness, relationships, consent, and child sexual abuse prevention, aiming to equip students with accurate knowledge and promote a safer learning environment.
Stressing the power of cinema to unite people, TRS leader Kavitha said political differences between states should never divide the Telugu people. "We may fight as separate states, but let us remain united as people. Cinema is a medium that brings all Telugu people together," she remarked, calling for cultural unity beyond politics.
US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will launch another "very major attack" on Iran tonight, claiming Tehran is now willing to negotiate after sustained military pressure. He said a deal had been reached two days ago but accused Iran of dragging talks for decades, vowing to continue striking hard.
US President Donald Trump has proposed a 20% charge on all cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz, saying the US should be reimbursed for securing the crucial shipping route. The announcement comes amid escalating tensions with Iran, raising fresh concerns over global trade, energy supplies, and oil prices.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis visited Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan in a Mumbai hospital following his successful shoulder surgery. Fadnavis enquired about his health and wished him a speedy recovery. Pawan Kalyan thanked him for the thoughtful gesture and warm wishes.