The South film industry had another busy day, with major updates emerging from the worlds of cinema, celebrities, and industry developments. From movie announcements and promotional campaigns to legal proceedings and celebrity reactions, several stories kept fans engaged throughout the day. Here’s a quick roundup of the biggest headlines that made news.
‘Dharman ‘ BTS sparks fresh buzz
The ‘Dharman’ BTS video has shed light on the making of Rajinikanth’s eye-catching first-look poster. The use of the iconic dialogue, “Ketta Paiyan Sir Avan,” along with the dark visuals, hints at a dangerous side to the character. Following the BTS video, the makers unveiled a new poster featuring Rajinikanth in a stylish doctor avatar, confirming that shooting for the Ashwath Marimuthu directorial has officially commenced.
Naveen Polishetty’s viral pan-India surprise
Naveen Polishetty has kick-started promotions for his next pan-India film in his trademark style with a fun viral reel. The video brings together star directors Prashanth Neel, Lokesh Kanagaraj, Sukumar, and Rishab Shetty in a single frame, making it one of the most talked-about promotional clips online. Calling it his “costliest reel” and a “Rs 5,000 crore frame,” Naveen added his signature humour while teasing the upcoming project. Backed by the makers of ‘Pushpa’, the yet-to-be-announced entertainer has already generated massive curiosity among fans.
Darshan moves Supreme Court again
Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa has moved the Supreme Court, seeking permission to file a fresh bail plea in the Renukaswamy murder case before completing one year in jail. He argued that the trial is progressing slowly and that new developments warrant an early hearing. Darshan has also sought clarification that the previous court order should not prevent him from applying for bail if there is any further delay in the trial or other significant developments. The actor has been in custody since August 2025 after his bail was cancelled.
SS Rajamouli’s perfection pushes limits
Prithviraj Sukumaran revealed that a single scene in SS Rajamouli’s ‘Varanasi’ with Mahesh Babu took nearly an entire day to film. According to the actor, the shot went through around 94 to 97 takes because Rajamouli was not satisfied with the outcome. Despite spending hours filming the sequence, the director reportedly asked the actors to return the next day and shoot it again. Prithviraj praised Rajamouli’s perfectionism, calling him the hardest-working director he has ever collaborated with.
Mammootty reacts to AMMA controversy
Veteran actor Mammootty briefly reacted to the recent developments within AMMA following Shwetha Menon’s resignation. When asked about the controversy, he remarked, “I was wondering why you hadn’t asked that yet.” Choosing not to elaborate further, Mammootty urged patience and said the situation should be allowed to unfold naturally. He added that a resolution would eventually be reached and described the issues as matters that would be sorted out in due course.
