Here’s a recap of the numerous tales in leisure throughout Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada movies, and typically the odd tv sequence as nicely.

Ponniyin Selvan 2’s first single ‘Aga Naga’ to be launched (Tamil)

The second instalment of Mani Rathnam’s magnum opus is gearing up for launch on April 28. Kickstarting the promotions for the sequel, the makers introduced that the primary single ‘Aga Naga’ might be out on March 30. Composed by AR Rahman, the music has vocals by Shakthisree Gopalan and lyrics by Ilango Krishnan. 

This doubles up the joy as a shorter model of ‘Aga Naga’ was featured within the first half, depicting the primary assembly of Karthi’s Vandiyathevan and Trisha’s Kundavai. Ponniyin Selvan 2 is written by Mani Rathnam together with Elangi Kumaravel and B Jeyamohan and is produced by Rathnam together with Subaskaran of Lyca Productions. 

RRR brings house an Oscar

After being a rage the world over, SS Rajamouli’s RRR lastly topped off its profitable run with an Academy Award on the not too long ago held Oscars 2023. The movie gained the Best Original Song award for Naatu Naatu. The peppy monitor was composed by MM Keeravani, sung by Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava with lyrics by Chandrabose. The music earlier bagged the Critics’ Choice Awards and the Golden Globes. 

MM Keeravani obtained the Oscar award together with Chandrabose. India had an important run on the Oscars this yr with Naatu Naatu and The Elephant Whisperers (Best Documentary Short Film) each profitable awards, turning into the primary Indian productions to win an Oscar.

Mammootty, Mohanlal and Shobhana headline Madhyamam’s record of finest Malayali characters (Malayalam)

Madhyamam.com not too long ago launched an inventory of unforgettable characters from Malayalam cinema. Selected amongst over 10,000 characters and voted by outstanding members of the socio-political discipline, the highest ten characters have been unveiled not too long ago.
Mammootty’s Amaram from Achutty bagged the highest spot, adopted by Mohanlal’s Sethumadhavan from Keereedam and Shobhana’s Ganga from Manichitratazhu. Mammootty and Mohanlal made one other look in spots 4 and 6, respectively, whereas characters performed by Fahad Faasil, Manoj Okay Jayan, Thilakan, Jagathy and Manju Warrier bagged the opposite spots.

Nani performs a rural ruffian in Dasara, trailer out (Telugu)

Seen in a brand new and rustic avatar, Nani performs Dharani in Dasara, a drunkard who’s daring when he’s inebriated however naive when sober. The trailer guarantees a violent saga with a variety of bloodshed. While the trailer doesn’t reveal what triggers Dharani, it’s understood that he rises to guide an vital energy wrestle within the Singareni coal mines.

Directed by Srikanth Odela, the movie additionally stars Keerthy Suresh, Samuthirakani, Deekshith Shetty, Shine Tom Chacko and Sai Kumar. The movie has music by Santhosh Narayanan. It is all set to launch in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi on March 30.

Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum ft. Fahadh Faasil will get a teaser (Malayalam)

Fahadh Faasil, who was final seen within the survival thriller Malayankunju, performs a boy-next-door character in Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum. The movie’s teaser provides us glimpses of Fahadh’s character on numerous events. Directed by debutante Akhil Sathyan, the movie is backed by Sethu Manarkad of Full Moon Cinemas. Justin Prabhakaran has composed the rating whereas Sharan Velayudhan has cranked the digital camera.

Pruthvi Ambar joins the forged of Nagathahalli Chandrasekhar’s subsequent (Kannada)

Nagathalli Chandrashekhar’s subsequent movie is alleged to be a triangular love story, much like his cult basic America! America! (1997). The yet-to-be-titled movie stars Nirup Bhandari of RangiTaranga (2015) fame and Shanvi Srivastava. Pruthvi Ambar of Dia (2020) fame has joined the forged of the movie.
The movie is alleged to be a tribute to America! America! with vital parts of the movie to be shot in Seattle. Mano Murthy who composed music for the cult hit returns to collaborate with Chandrashekhar, SK Rao is the cinematographer.

Jayam Ravi’s Agilan will get an OTT launch date (Tamil)

Jayam Ravi’s which was launched not too long ago on tenth March is alleged to premiere on Zee5 on March 31. The streaming platform introduced the information on its Twitter account. The motion entertainer follows a harbour employee who doubles up as a gangster. Directed by Kalyan Krishnan, the movie co-stars Priya Bhavani Shankar and Harish Uttaman. Sasikumar’s Ayothi will even stream on Zee5 from March 31. 

Naga Chaitanya’s Custody will get a teaser (Tamil,Telugu)

The makers of Venkat Prabhu’s Telugu-Tamil bilingual Custody not too long ago launched the primary teaser of the movie. Starring Naga Chaitanya as a tricky police officer who believes in reality, the teaser guarantees an motion entertainer. While Aravind Swamy performs the antagonist, the motion entertainer co-stars Krithi Shetty, Sampath Raj and Priyamani.

Produced by Srinivasaa Chitturi, it’s offered by Pavan Kumar. Maestro Ilaiyaraja and Yuvan Shankar Raja have composed the music, SR Kathir has lensed the movie and Venkat Raajes has dealt with the modifying.

Nanpakkal Nerathu Mayakkam makes it to the New York Times’ record of finest worldwide options (Malayalam)

After being lauded by critics and audiences alike, Lijo Jose Pellissery’s Nanpakkal Nerathu Mayakkam has been given one other stamp of approval; this time from the New York Times. The Mammootty starrer bagged the highest spot of their Five Best International Features listicle. Other movies within the record embrace the French movie Jumbo, the Norwegian movie A Human Position, the Czech movie Domestique and the British movie The Show.

Joju George to make his Telugu debut (Telugu)

The makers of Panja Vaisshnav Tej’s upcoming PVT4 not too long ago introduced that Joju George might be taking part in the primary antagonist within the movie. According to the character poster, he might be seen as Chenga Reddy and this can mark his debut in Telugu cinema. 

Directed by debutant Srikanth N Reddy, the movie co-stars Sree Leela and is produced by Suryadevara Naga Vamsi and S Sai Soujanya. The technical crew consists of Dudley because the cinematographer, Navin Nooly because the editor and AS Prakash because the manufacturing designer. The movie is ready to launch on April 29.

Kantara screened on the United Nations, Geneva (Kannada)

The Rishab Shetty directorial Kantara is reaching new shores after its super run on the field workplace. The movie was screened on the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland as a part of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) session on nature conservation at Pathe Balexert. 

The actor-director reportedly delivered a speech at UNHRC, speaking about local weather, conservation and the surroundings. He stated, “Environmental sustainability is the need of the hour. As an actor-director, my aim is to make an impact at the grassroots level.” 

Anirudh Ravichander to compose for Kavin’s subsequent (Tamil)

Actor Kavin, whose current movie garnered a variety of appreciation and success, introduced his subsequent. Helmed by choreographer-actor Satish and produced by Raahul of Veetla Vishesham fame, it’s stated to be a romance drama. 

Interestingly, the makers revealed that Anirudh Ravichander has been roped in because the music director of this untitled movie. Satish, who’s making his directorial debut, earlier collaborated with Anirudh for Nelson’s Beast.

Jaggesh’s Raghavendra Stores will get a launch date (Kannada)

Jaggesh’s Raghavendra Stores, which was earlier aimed as a direct OTT launch, is now slated to hit the screens on April 28. Directed by Santhosh Anandram of Rajakumara and Yuvarathna fame, the movie follows the lifetime of a 40-year-old single cook dinner. Produced by Vijay Kiragandhur below Hombale Films, it co-stars Shwetha Srivastava of Simple Agi Ondh Love Story (2013) fame. It has music by B Ajaneesh Loknath.

Arulnithi’s subsequent titled Kazhuvethi Moorkan (Tamil)

Arulnithi’s subsequent movie Kazhuvethi Moorkan might be with SY Gowthama Raj of Ratchasi fame. Releasing the movie’s poster, the actor introduced the movie’s title on social media. Also starring Dushara Vijayan of Natchithram Nagargiradhu fame, the movie is backed by Ambeth Kumar’s Olympia Movies.

Set in Ramanathapuram, the agricultural entertainer co-stars Munishkanth, Sharath Lohitashwa and Yaar Kannan. The technical crew of the movie consists of D Imman because the music composer, Sridhar because the cinematographer and Nagooran because the editor.

Aneesh Anwar’s Rastha launched, stars Sarjano Khalid within the lead (Malayalam)

Aneesh Anwar, who final directed My Great Grandfather (2019) took to his Instagram to announce his subsequent movie, Rastha. The movie’s tagline reads, “On the way.” Rastha stars Sarjano Khalid within the lead. From the making video, it seems to be just like the movie is ready within the backdrop of a desert space and revolves round a couple of individuals who get caught there.

Produced by Linu Sreenivas, the movie co-stars Anagha Narayanan, Sudheesh, Irshad Ali and TG Ravi. The story and dialogues have been penned by Shahul and Fayiz Madakkara.