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Maadhav Bhupathiraju’s Maremma Locks Its OTT Release

Ravi Teja’s nephew Maadhav Bhupathiraju made his acting debut with Maremma, a rural drama directed by Manchala Nagaraj and produced by Mayur Reddy Bandaru. Despite creating some buzz around the debut, the film failed to make a strong impact at the box office. Now, Maremma is heading to OTT, giving audiences another chance to watch the film.

Aha has officially announced Maremma’s OTT release date as October 9, 2026. Interestingly, reports suggest that the film could also be quietly added to the Amazon Prime Video catalogue on the same day. If confirmed, viewers will have multiple streaming options to watch the rural drama.

The film features Deepa Balu, Vikas Vasishta, Vinod Kumar, V. S. Rupa Lakshmi, Dayanand Reddy and others in key roles. Prashanth R. Vihari and Bipradeep Dutta have composed the music. With its theatrical run now behind it, Maremma will be hoping for a better response on OTT.
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Pawan Kalyan Says ‘War’ Only If Limits Are Crossed: Big Message From Proddatur

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan made interesting remarks during a public meeting in Proddatur, Kadapa district. While his comments about “war” and crossing limits attracted attention, Pawan Kalyan made it clear that the event was meant for development and not political confrontation.

Addressing the gathering, Pawan Kalyan said he understood the enthusiasm and emotion among the people but asked them not to expect an aggressive political speech from him. He stated that his speeches during elections would be different, whereas the current occasion was about development and peace.

“If They Cross the Line, We Will Fight”

Pawan Kalyan’s statement that “war” would come only when the other side crosses its limits has become the key talking point from the meeting. He said that when such situations arise, people already know how he would respond. At the same time, he stressed that this was not the time for political clashes and that the focus should remain on development.

The remarks came during a meeting held in connection with development initiatives in the Rayalaseema region, including Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 and the Amarajeevi Jaladhara programme. The projects were launched in Proddatur in the presence of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan.

Development Over Political Confrontation

Pawan Kalyan also spoke about the need to move Rayalaseema forward through development rather than conflicts. He stressed that the region’s identity and spirit should not be associated only with fights and violence, but with progress and development.

His speech largely focused on development-related issues and the benefits expected from water and infrastructure initiatives in the region. The emphasis was on delivering development rather than turning an official government programme into a political platform.

What Message Did Pawan Kalyan Send?

Pawan Kalyan’s comments are being discussed as a message about keeping government development programmes focused on development rather than political attacks. His remarks suggested that political battles can be addressed at the appropriate time, while official programmes should remain focused on public welfare.

The contrast in his statement was clear: peace and development when the situation demands it, and a stronger political response if limits are crossed. His Proddatur speech therefore drew attention not just for the “war” remark, but also for his repeated emphasis on development in Rayalaseema.

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Ravi Teja–Vivek Athreya Combo: Film Launch on Dussehra?

Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja is gearing up for his next exciting collaboration with director Vivek Athreya. The actor is currently riding high on the success of Irumudi, which has emerged as the biggest grosser of his career. Now, all eyes are on his upcoming project with the talented filmmaker.

Vivek Athreya is currently busy finalising the casting for the project, after which the film is expected to officially go on floors. According to reports, the makers are planning to conduct the formal pooja ceremony on the auspicious occasion of Dussehra. Bridge Productions will be backing this much-awaited collaboration.

Interestingly, the makers are reportedly considering ‘Thulabhaaram’ as the title. However, the title is yet to be officially confirmed. There is also curiosity around the film’s genre and treatment. Will Vivek Athreya return to his trademark light-hearted comedy style, or will he continue in the mass zone after Saripodhaa Sanivaaram? More details are expected to be revealed soon.

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AK 47 Postponed.. Naga Vamsi Gives a Straight Answer!

The release of Venkatesh’s Adarsha Kutumbam (AK 47) has been postponed once again. The film was originally scheduled to hit theatres on October 2 but was later pushed to October 9. However, the makers have now decided to skip the October 9 release as well, with the new release date yet to be announced.

Producer Naga Vamsi S – Press Meet & Media Interaction | Aadarsha Kutumbam

The major reason behind the postponement is the incomplete post-production work. The team is still working on certain portions of the film and also has two more songs to release. Instead of rushing the final work and delivering a hurried product, the makers have decided to take more time and ensure the film is properly ready for theatrical release.

Producer Naga Vamsi addressed the situation and admitted that the team has been working on the film for nearly a year. He explained that they do not want to reach a stage where the final copy is completed just before the release, as that can create several problems, including delays in ticket bookings and last-minute show cancellations. According to him, the incomplete work is the primary reason behind the postponement.

Naga Vamsi also dismissed the speculation that Adarsha Kutumbam has been postponed to give Jailer 2 an advantage, as both films are associated with the same production house. He made it clear that the decision has nothing to do with Jailer 2. At the same time, he confidently stated that Venkatesh’s fans will have every reason to celebrate and raise their collars once the film finally arrives in theatres.

With the new release date still under wraps, all eyes are now on when Adarsha Kutumbam will finally make it to the big screen.

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Jailer 2 Trailer: Muthuvel Pandian Is Back, But This Time He’s More Dangerous!

Superstar Rajinikanth is back as Muthuvel Pandian, and this time, he appears to be facing a much bigger and darker threat. Jailer 2 reunites Rajinikanth with director Nelson Dilipkumar for the highly anticipated sequel to the blockbuster Jailer. The trailer has raised expectations with its mix of action, drama, crime and entertainment.

JAILER 2 – Official Telugu Trailer | Superstar Rajinikanth | Sun Pictures| Anirudh | Nelson

The trailer reveals that Muthuvel Pandian has gone into exile and is living a low-profile life as a driver while keeping his real identity hidden. He faces humiliation along the way, but there is clearly a bigger plan behind his quiet life. Muthuvel is on a mission to take down a powerful crime syndicate involved in a major conspiracy.

Rather than simply hunting down his enemies one by one, Muthuvel appears to have a calculated strategy. He wants to bring the key members of the crime network under one roof before eliminating them once and for all. The trailer suggests that the sequel will take the story into a darker and more intense territory, with bigger action sequences and higher stakes.

Unlike the first Jailer, which had a strong family element, Jailer 2 seems to focus more heavily on crime, action and revenge. The trailer also expands the franchise with several new faces. Suraj Venjaramoodu, Anna Rajan, Jatin Sharma, Mithun Chakraborty, Vidya Balan and SJ Suryah are part of the cast.

The film also features several major stars in special cameo appearances. Mohanlal, Hrithik Roshan, Shiva Rajkumar and Vijay Sethupathi are expected to add further star power to the sequel. Ramya Krishnan, Yogi Babu, Mirnaa and Rithvik are returning from the first part.

The trailer has received mixed reactions from fans. While expectations were extremely high following the success of Jailer, some feel that the trailer does not have enough mass moments compared to the first film. At the same time, Nelson appears to be taking a darker approach with the sequel, and several major surprises could have been kept under wraps for the theatrical experience.

With Anirudh Ravichander handling the music, Jailer 2 promises a bigger crime world, intense action and the return of one of Rajinikanth’s most popular characters. The film is scheduled to hit theatres on October 15, 2026.

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OTT Releases This Week: 25+ Movies & Series To Watch This Weekend

The weekend is here, and OTT platforms have lined up a wide range of movies, web series, documentaries and reality shows across multiple languages. From Sardar 2 and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle to Mahendragiri Varahi and Romanchakam, there is something for every kind of viewer.

Jio Hotstar

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit – Rom-Com | Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada & Hindi
Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam – Rom-Com | Hindi
Main Ladega – Sports Drama | Hindi
Bombay Stories – Social Drama | Hindi
Spidey And The Avengers: Halloween Team Up – Animation | English
Forbidden Fruits – Horror Comedy | English
Scrubs – Seasons 1 & 2 – Comedy Drama | English
Privileges – Season 1 – Thriller Drama | English
Law & Order: Toronto Criminal Intent – Season 4 – Investigative Drama | English
American Horror Story – Season 13 – Horror Drama | English
Mickey Mouse Club House – Season 2 – Animation | English
The Simpsons – Season 39 – Animation | English
The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City – Season 7 – Reality Show | English
Still Flipping Out – Season 1 – Reality Show | English
The Swan: Behind The Mirror – Documentary | English
Chilean Mine Rescue: Race Against Time – Season 1 – Documentary | English
The Pandemic Project – Season 1 – Documentary | French

Prime Video

Mahendragiri Varahi – Mythological Thriller | Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam & Hindi
Ameer Log – Comedy Drama | Telugu
Sardar 2 – Spy Thriller | Tamil, Telugu, Kannada & Malayalam
Lurk – Action Thriller | Malayalam
Now You See Me: Now You Don’t – Crime Thriller | English
The Death of Robinhood – Action Adventure | English, Telugu, Tamil & Hindi
Live Stream From Hell – Horror Comedy | English
Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard And Soft – Musical Concert | English
Dupahiya – Season 2 – Comedy Drama | Hindi
I Would Rather Die – Season 1 – Horror Comedy | Spanish, English & Hindi
Red Queen – Season 2 – Action Thriller | Spanish, English, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam & Hindi
Love Your Enemy – Season 1 – Rom-Com | Korean
Jackass: Best & Last – Reality Show | English

Netflix

Romanchakam – Rom-Com | Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam & Hindi
Oh My Dog – Adventure Drama | Hindi
Doing Life – Romantic Drama | English, Telugu, Tamil & Hindi
The Woman In The Yard – Mystery Thriller | English & Hindi
The Friend – Comedy Drama | English & Hindi
Death of a Unicorn – Horror Fantasy | English & Hindi
Thomas & Friends: Really Useful Engines – Animation | English
The Ballad of Wallis Island – Comedy Drama | English & Hindi
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle – Anime | Japanese, English, Telugu, Tamil & Hindi
Mononoke – The Curse of the Serpent – Anime | Japanese
Papa Zola: The Movie – Animation | Malay
The Furious – Sports Drama | Malay
Midnight Girls – Slice-of-Life Drama | Filipino
Crazy Rich Incredibly Broke – Comedy Drama | Arabic
Love – Season 1 – Rom-Com | Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam & Hindi
Chumbak – Season 1 Part 2 – Comedy Drama | Hindi
East of Eden – Season 1 – Historical Drama | English
The Ramparts of Ice – Season 2 – Anime Drama | English
Lego One Piece – Season 1 – Animation | English, Telugu, Tamil & Hindi
Medusa – Season 2 – Thriller Drama | Spanish, English & Hindi
Irreplaceable – Season 1 – Rom-Com | Mandarin
The Widower: Til Death Do Us Part – Documentary | English, Telugu, Tamil & Hindi
Schumacher’s 94: The Birth of a Legend – Documentary | German & English
Sam Morril: Incorrect – Stand-up Comedy | English
Adiliidola Celebrity Roast: Reza Arap – Stand-up Comedy | Indonesian
Crow Yokan – Stand-up Comedy | Indonesian
Outside – Season 1 – Reality Show | English
Love Is Blind: Netherlands – Season 1 – Reality Show | Dutch
The Arena – Season 1 – Reality Show | French

ZEE5

Mother Promise – Family Thriller Drama | Kannada
Pooja Meri Jaan – Mystery Thriller | Hindi
Long Legs – Horror Drama | English

Apple TV

The Sisters Grimm – Season 2 – Animation Drama | English
The Last First Winter K2 – Documentary | English
Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars – Season 2 – Documentary | English

This Week’s OTT Line-up

From action and thrillers to horror, romance, comedy, anime and documentaries, this week’s OTT releases offer plenty of choices across platforms. With major titles such as Sardar 2, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, Mahendragiri Varahi and Romanchakam joining the streaming line-up, viewers have a packed weekend ahead.

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Anant Ambani Says “Son of Andhra”.. Chandrababu’s ‘Muddu Bidda’ Reply!

The Ambani family’s association with Andhra Pradesh has been growing across sectors, and Anant Ambani’s presence at the high-profile Rayalaseema horticulture event has added another interesting chapter to that relationship.

Anant Ambani, Executive Director of Reliance Industries, attended the Global Horticulture Hub programme in Madanapalle on Friday. The event was attended by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and IT Minister Nara Lokesh. The ₹1 lakh-crore horticulture initiative is aimed at transforming agriculture, food processing, irrigation and exports across Rayalaseema and other parts of the state.

However, Anant Ambani emerged as one of the major talking points of the event. In his speech, he praised Chandrababu Naidu’s approach towards bringing technology into agriculture and spoke about the potential for technology-driven farming in Andhra Pradesh.

Anant also made a personal appeal that caught everyone’s attention. He requested Chandrababu Naidu to consider him a “son of Andhra” and said he was ready to contribute to the development of the state.

Nara Lokesh also welcomed Anant’s association with Andhra Pradesh and spoke about working together on agricultural development and technology. Chandrababu Naidu, meanwhile, referred to Anant Ambani affectionately as a “Muddu Bidda” of Andhra Pradesh, adding a personal touch to the interaction.

The event also marked the foundation of the Indian School of Agriculture in Madanapalle, with Reliance playing a role in the initiative. The proposed institution is intended to focus on technology-based agriculture, precision farming, digital agriculture, research, training and support for agricultural start-ups.

With the Global Horticulture Hub itself involving a proposed ₹1 lakh-crore investment, including government funding and expected private investment, the involvement of major private-sector players is an important part of the larger plan. The project is planned across 10 districts through 201 clusters and is expected to benefit farmers through better irrigation, production, processing, logistics and export infrastructure.

While the horticulture project was the main agenda of the day, Anant Ambani’s remarks and the warm reception from Andhra Pradesh’s top leadership became one of the biggest talking points from the Madanapalle event.

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Sigma Review: More Patience, Less Thrill

Punchline

Sigma tries to deliver a stylish heist thriller with romance, comedy and action, but the weak writing and sluggish narration make it a tedious watch. Despite having enough material for an engaging thriller, the film struggles to create excitement.

Storyline

Guru (Sundeep Kishan) is financially struggling while running a library inherited from his mother. Alongside this, he operates a YouTube channel and is desperate to increase its following. He uses the voice of RJ Sam (Faria Abdullah), modifies it using AI and manages to boost his channel.

Sam confronts Guru after discovering what he has done, but their conflict eventually turns into attraction and love. Meanwhile, Veeraya Reddy (Sampath Raj) loses a key drive that provides access to a money vault. His lover Sarangi (Magalakshmi Sudarsanan) joins hands with his rival, while Guru somehow gets hold of the key.

The story then revolves around whether Guru will attempt to steal the money from the vault and whether Veeraya Reddy can stop him.

Positives

The basic heist premise has potential.
The vault and key setup creates some curiosity.
The cinematography is neat.
Production design is decent.
A few action portions work reasonably well.
The film has enough twists and characters to build an engaging thriller.

Negatives

Slow and dull narration.
The romantic track between Sundeep Kishan and Faria Abdullah lacks chemistry.
Several comedy portions unnecessarily drag the film.
Raju Sundaram’s doctor characterisation feels forced.
The supposed twist involving Sampath Raj fails to create much impact.
The heist portion takes too long to become engaging.
The climax feels absurd and underwhelming.
Telugu dubbing and dialogue translations are major weak points.
Some Telugu dialogues retain an obvious Tamil flavour.
Performances are mostly ordinary.
The 2-hour-25-minute runtime feels lengthy because of the sluggish screenplay.

Technicalities

Writing & Direction: Jason Sanjay opts for a familiar heist-thriller template but fails to give it the required pace and freshness. The film spends too much time on portions that do not contribute much to the central plot.

Performances: Sundeep Kishan delivers a functional performance but relies heavily on familiar expressions and mannerisms. Faria Abdullah is less convincing and appears uncomfortable with the material. Sampath Raj is adequate, while the supporting cast leaves limited impact.

Music & Background Score: Thaman’s background score is routine and does not add enough intensity to the major moments.

Cinematography: The visuals are neat and technically competent.

Production Design: The production design works well, particularly in establishing the world around the heist.

Dubbing & Dialogues: The Telugu dubbing is one of the film’s weakest aspects. Several translations feel unnatural, with some expressions sounding more like direct Tamil-to-Telugu conversions than natural Telugu dialogue.

Rating

2.25/5

Final Verdict

Sigma has the ingredients of a potentially engaging heist thriller, but weak writing, slow narration and underwhelming performances prevent it from delivering the required impact. There is plenty happening throughout the film, yet very little of it generates genuine excitement.

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Cockroach Janta Party’s Next Big Protest: Why Gyanesh Kumar Is The New Target

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is back on the streets, and this time its protest has a new target. After its earlier agitation over the NEET and examination-related controversies, the group led by founder Abhijeet Dipke has announced a nationwide protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

CJP has announced that the fresh agitation will begin in Mumbai today, with the movement planned to expand to other cities. The group has raised allegations concerning the Election Commission’s handling of electoral rolls and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, and is demanding Kumar’s resignation. These are allegations made by the protesters and are not established findings in themselves.

Speaking ahead of the Mumbai protest, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke announced that the movement would continue until the Chief Election Commissioner resigns. The group has also indicated plans to take the protest to cities including Goa, Bengaluru and Kolkata before eventually moving towards Delhi.

The Mumbai protest has already triggered a fresh confrontation over permissions. Dipke said Mumbai Police had denied permission for today’s demonstration, while the CJP maintained that it would proceed with its planned agitation. The group has described the protest as a “Jail Bharo Andolan.”

The CJP had earlier gained national attention through its protests demanding the resignation of then Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper-leak controversy and alleged examination irregularities. The protests at Jantar Mantar drew participation from students and young professionals.

With the movement now taking on the Election Commission, the protest is set to put CJP back in the spotlight. The key focus now will be on the level of public participation and how authorities respond as the agitation moves forward.

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World Cup 2027: India Face Australia, Pakistan in a Blockbuster Opening Week

The schedule for the 2027 ODI World Cup has been announced, and India are set for a challenging start to their campaign. With Australia and Pakistan lined up within the first three matches, Indian cricket fans have plenty to look forward to right from the opening week.

The 2027 World Cup will be hosted across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, with the tournament scheduled to take place from October 2 to November 21.

India have been placed in Group A alongside Australia, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and one qualifier. Their campaign begins on October 7, when they take on Australia in Cape Town.

Just three days later, India will face arch-rivals Pakistan in Johannesburg on October 10. The high-profile clash is expected to be one of the biggest attractions of the group stage.

India will then take on Afghanistan on October 14 in Tshwane, followed by a match against a qualifier on October 17 in Bloemfontein. The Men in Blue will complete their group-stage campaign against Zimbabwe on October 24 in Victoria Falls.

India’s 2027 World Cup Schedule
October 7 – India vs Australia – Cape Town
October 10 – India vs Pakistan – Johannesburg
October 14 – India vs Afghanistan – Tshwane
October 17 – India vs Qualifier – Bloemfontein
October 24 – India vs Zimbabwe – Victoria Falls

The 2027 ODI World Cup will feature 14 teams and 57 matches. The tournament will follow a revamped format, with teams progressing through the Super Series, Group Stage and Super 7 stages before the knockout matches.

India have been designated A1 for the Super 7 stage. If they progress to that stage, they will face teams from the other group as part of the next phase of the competition.

The semi-finals are scheduled for November 17 and 18, while the World Cup final will be played on November 21 in Johannesburg.

With Australia as their opening opponent and Pakistan arriving just three days later, India’s 2027 World Cup campaign promises a blockbuster start, setting the stage for plenty of excitement even before the knockout rounds begin.

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