The makers of the much-awaited youthful romantic entertainer EPIC – FIRST SEMESTER have unveiled the film’s third single, ‘Manasa Vacha’, a soulful musical piece that beautifully captures the emotions of love and longing.
Composed by the immensely talented Hesham Abdul Wahab, ‘Manasa Vacha’ comes alive through the deeply soulful voices of legendary singers K. S. Chithra and S. P. Charan. Their expressive vocals, combined with Hesham’s evocative composition, make the song a truly memorable musical experience.
Penned by Sri Harsha Emani, the song beautifully conveys the emotions of the lead pair, portrayed by Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya. The visuals complement the music with an emotional and soulful journey, showcasing the depth of their relationship and the feelings that unfold along the way.
Directed by Aditya Haasan, EPIC – FIRST SEMESTER is produced by Suryadevara Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya under Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, presented by Srikara Studios, with music by Hesham Abdul Wahab.
EPIC – FIRST SEMESTER is set to hit theatres worldwide on September 11, 2026.
“Killer” release date announcement glimpse raises expectations for the film
Starring Jyoti Poorvaj and Poorvaaj in the lead roles, “Killer/KillR” is a sensational sci-fi thriller. Manish Gilada, Chandrakanth Kollu, Vishal Raj, Archana Ananth, and Gautham Chakradhar Koppishetti play other important roles.
Produced by Poorvaaj and Padmanabha Reddy A. under the Think Cinema and AU & I Studios banners, with the blessings of Dhyanam Nannagaru, the film is presented by Urveesh Poorvaj. Poorvaj is directing the movie.
Today, the makers officially announced the release date of “Killer.” The film is set to have a worldwide grand theatrical release on October 17, on the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami.
The release date announcement glimpse of “Killer” is intriguing from beginning to end and has further increased curiosity around the film. According to the glimpse, on October 17, the day the film releases, aliens make contact with Dr. Poorvaaj, one of India’s greatest scientists. The alien informs him that they are sending a spaceship to Earth and asks him to convey the message to others, stating that they intend to save humanity.
“Our future is that alien’s past.” Why did the alien from another timeline choose to contact Dr. Poorvaj? Why does it want to send a spaceship to Earth? What threat is humanity facing? What kind of help is the alien planning to provide? The release date glimpse raises several intriguing questions and creates strong curiosity about the film. The caption at the end of the glimpse, “On October 17, we will decide your destiny,” is particularly striking.
“Killer” is also gearing up for a grand theatrical release overseas. OMG Pictures is distributing the film internationally. The movie will be released across countries including the USA, Europe, Canada, the Arab countries, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Russia.
“Everyone who watches ‘Modern Missamma’ will enjoy it” – ‘Vadala’ Producer Kishore Naidu
“‘Modern Missamma’ is a film made to suit today’s trends” – Producer Chiranjeevi Pamidi
“Build a house, conduct a marriage, and make a film… all three are equally challenging” – Director Sai Baba
“‘Modern Missamma’ will connect with everyone” – Hero Harsha Narra
‘Modern Missamma’ is being produced under the Lasya & Mithuna Creations banner by Chiranjeevi Pamidi, Shiva Pamidi, Kiran Kumar Nalluri and Sravanthi Namburi. Sai Baba has provided the story and screenplay and is also directing the film. Harsha Narra, Tanmayi Khushi, Siju AR, Pramodini, Harika, Dr. Bhadram, Shivannarayana, Rakesh Rachakonda and others play key roles.
The cinematography is handled by Sheshu Raj Daddala and Vijay Pidapa, while Aditya Papishetty is the editor and Balakrishna is the choreographer. Harikrishna Jagurothi heads the script department. Somesh Eripalli serves as the VFX Director and G. Pawan Kalyan is the Sound Designer. Upputholla Babu (Bobby) is the Executive Producer.
The grand launch event of the film’s first single was held on Wednesday at Prasads Labs in Hyderabad. The song, composed by music director Gopi Sundar, features lyrics penned by Kittu Vissapragada. Titled ‘Better Be A Missamma’, the song showcases Harsha Narra in traditional Dhoti attire and Tanmayi Khushi in a traditional outfit. The song, which revolves around the heroine expressing her reluctance towards marriage, is designed to connect strongly with women.
Speaking at the event, ‘Vadala’ producer Kishore Naidu said, “I recently watched the premiere of this film. Whenever I watch a movie, I usually look for flaws, but I couldn’t find even a single one in this film. I am confident that everyone who watches ‘Modern Missamma’ will enjoy it. Dr. Bhadram’s character, in particular, is extremely hilarious.”
Hero Harsha Narra said, “After ‘Missing’ and ‘Roti Kapada Romance’, this is my third film. Both those films did not perform well commercially, but my struggle will never stop. I will continue to work hard. We didn’t make this film just with hard work; we made it with passion and love. The entire team worked like a group of friends. Tanmayi has performed extremely well. Gopi Sundar sir has given wonderful music for this song, and Kittu Vissapragada’s lyrics are something everyone can relate to. The film too will connect with audiences.”
Heroine Tanmayi Khushi said, “‘Modern Missamma’ is the film I acted in after ‘23’. Back then, the song ‘Vaddura Sodaraa’ from Nagarjuna garu’s ‘Manmadhudu’ connected strongly with men. In the same way, I believe our song will connect with women today. I am very happy that the director has written this story from a woman’s point of view. My character will definitely connect with everyone.”
Director Sai Baba** said, “I am very happy with the response to this song. Elders often say, ‘Build a house, conduct a marriage, and see how it feels.’ I would like to add one more thing to that — ‘Make a film and see.’ I believe all three are equally challenging. I sincerely thank all the technicians, artists and our producer for supporting me throughout this journey. “Choosing a classic title like ‘Missamma’ requires courage. The earlier ‘Missamma’ films featuring NTR garu and Bhumika garu were both way ahead of their time. We believed that our film too had that kind of strength. Our artists proved through their performances that the title ‘Modern Missamma’ is truly justified. Gopi Sundar garu’s music will be another major plus for the film. “We are not saying that people should not get married through this film. Rather, if you want to understand what is required before getting married, you must watch ‘Modern Missamma’.”
Producer Chiranjeevi Pamidi said, “‘Modern Missamma’ is the second film from our banner after ‘Calling Sahasra’. We did not get the result we expected from that film, but we strongly believe that this movie will receive a good response. Our hero Harsha has performed very well, and the heroine has also delivered an excellent performance. “We started this journey two years ago. Our intention was to make a film that suits the current trends, and we are very happy with the output. We completed the film within the planned time and budget. We consider that itself our first success. I thank everyone who worked on this film.”
DOP Sheshu said that ‘Modern Missamma’ is an important chapter in his career and that the hard work of the entire team resulted in a quality output.
Choreographer Balakrishna expressed his happiness about composing the title song for the movie.
Film Details Movie : Modern Missamma Banner : Lasya & Mithuna Creations Cast : Harsha Narra, Tanmayi Khushi, Siju AR, Pramodini, Harika, Dr. Bhadram, Shivannarayana, Rakesh Rachakonda and others Story, Screenplay & Direction : Sai Baba Producers : Chiranjeevi Pamidi, Shiva Pamidi, Kiran Kumar Nalluri, Sravanthi Namburi Cinematography : Sheshu Raj Daddala, Vijay Pidapa Music : Gopi Sundar Editor : Aditya Papishetty Choreography : Balakrishna Script Department : Harikrishna Jagurothi Lyricist : Kittu Vissapragada VFX Director : Somesh Eripalli Sound Design : G. Pawan Kalyan Colorist : Nithish Mishra Makeup Chief : Punnam Raju Co-Director : Apendra Associate Director : Harikrishna Jagurothi Assistant Directors : Vinay Thopuri, Shiva Naga Sai, Gaurav Associate Editors : Ramu, Shiva Sundaraneedi Post Production : Arete Productions Executive Producer : Upputholla Babu (Bobby) Publicity Designs : Diva Peddaveti PRO : Harsha
Produced by Aanand L Rai and Himanshu Sharma, Nayyi Navelli is directed by Balaji Mohan and set to release in cinemas nationwide on 16th October 2026!
Amazon MGM Studios and Colour Yellow announced India’s very own fantasy family-entertainment film, Nayyi Navelli, starring Yami Gautam Dhar—a perfect festive offering that promises to bring audiences together for a fun-filled theatrical experience. Directed by Balaji Mohan and written by Himanshu Sharma and Divy Nidhi Sharma, this grand entertainer, with music by G. V. Prakash Kumar, takes audiences into a world where the extraordinary collides with family chaos, unleashing unexpected twists and plenty of laughs. Nayyi Navelli is set to release in cinemas on 16 October 2026.
A picture-perfect bride transforms a chaotic Meerut household into paradise, only for her brother-in-law to suspect that his seemingly ideal sister-in-law may actually be a daayan (witch)!
“As we saw Nayyi Navelli finally come together, there was an instant, collective realization that this is THE Dussehra film. No other date would do it justice,” said Nikhil Madhok, director and head of SVOD Originals, Prime Video India and Amazon MGM Studios. “Yami Gautam Dhar is brilliant and the talented ensemble cast has done a great job. This is our first collaboration with Aanand L Rai and Himanshu Sharma; and they have created a remarkable movie. At Amazon MGM Studios, along with our partners at Colour Yellow, we are confident that Nayyi Navelli will be the first choice of entertainment for family audiences this Dusshera.“
Producer Aanand L Rai added, “Nayyi Navelli is the kind of story that surprises you at every turn. When Himanshu and I first discussed the story, we were immediately drawn to the unique way it brings together families for a fantasy, humour and adventure-filled experience. Yami Gautam Dhar was an instinctive choice, bringing exactly the warmth and mischief the character demands. Amazon MGM Studios has delivered some groundbreaking stories and in our first collaboration with them, we can’t wait to take audiences on this wonderfully unpredictable ride.”
With comedy, chaos, and a larger-than-life festive celebration, Nayyi Navelli promises an entertaining big-screen experience. Save the date and get ready to witness a spectacular family fantasy unfold in a cinema near you!
‘Ameer Log’ is the maiden production venture of Madhavi Reddy Soma under the Awwal Number Productions banner. Directed by Ramana Reddy Soma, the film has Manohar Reddy Manchuri as co-producer. MC Hari, Manoj and Sashidhar play the lead roles, while Vedha Jalandhar, Ravan Nitturu, Vishwender Reddy and Sai Yogi essay key characters. Rana Daggubati’s Spirit Media is set to release the film grandly in Telugu on August 21. As part of the promotional campaign, actress Vedha Jalandhar shared interesting details about the movie and her experience working on it.
Tell us about your journey:
I started my career in 2019. Two films I worked on were screened at international film festivals, but unfortunately, they were not released. Later, I also trained in theatre to improve my acting skills. I have really enjoyed this journey of learning acting and being part of films.
What is your role like in ‘Ameer Log’?
My character is like the girl next door. She is a woman who can inspire others. My mother has always been my inspiration, and the character in this film also reflects some of her qualities. I learned from my mother to be straightforward and speak my mind without hesitation. My character has the same nature.
How did you get the opportunity to work in ‘Ameer Log’?
Our director Ramana garu did not know about my work in ‘Thimmarajupalli TV’. Bashir Master informed us about the auditions for this film. I attended the audition and performed well, following which Ramana garu immediately selected me.
What kind of compliments have you received from people who have watched ‘Ameer Log’ so far?
Everyone who has watched ‘Ameer Log’ has spoken about my character. People are appreciating my performance. Even though I have done only one or two films so far, audiences are remembering me. I want to be part of films where my character has importance, which is why I am being very selective about the roles I choose.
We hear that biryani plays a major role in ‘Ameer Log’. Is that true?
You can say that biryani itself has an important role in ‘Ameer Log’. That element has been beautifully integrated into the story. I believe the film will connect well with everyone.
How was your experience working with sync sound?
I had already worked on a feature film that was shot with sync sound. No matter how professionally we work, sounds from the surroundings also get recorded. So, working with sync sound can be quite challenging on the sets. However, everyone cooperated wonderfully for this film. Even the people living in the basti supported us tremendously. Since it is also the area where Ramana garu’s mother-in-law lives, we received even more support (laughs).
Do you feel disappointed that only one or two of your films have been released in six years?
I believe the number of films we have released is not as important as how audiences accept us and what kind of characters we choose. Looking back at my six-year journey, I am satisfied with the roles I have played. Whether the films we work on eventually get released is not entirely in our hands.
What can you say about the music?
I would say Smaran garu’s music has taken our film several levels higher. He has given us wonderful music. There were certain emotions that we could not completely express through the visuals, and he conveyed them beautifully through the background score. His music is a very important part of our film.
Tell us about the lead characters in ‘Ameer Log’.
Every character in ‘Ameer Log’ has its own importance. Audiences will be able to connect with all the characters. It was a wonderful experience working with Hari, Manoj and Sasi. We had a lot of fun shooting together on the sets.
How was it working with the technical team?
Ramana Reddy garu took great care of all of us. He would clearly explain how every scene should look and what he expected from us. We even conducted demo shoots. We shot the film in the area where Madhavi Reddy garu was born and brought up, and the people there took very good care of all of us. Our DOP speaks very little, but his work is exceptional.
What compliments did the Spirit Media team and other celebrities give after watching the film?
The Spirit Media team watched our film and appreciated it. VN Aditya garu, who watched our premiere, also praised the film a lot. He said my character was not like a routine role and that it was written in a way that audiences could connect with it. He also appreciated how our performances complemented Ramana garu’s writing.
Did the language and dialect create any difficulties? Will audiences from all regions understand the film?
The language and dialect will not be a problem for our film. Emotions are universal, and the same emotions are understood everywhere. I believe our film will appeal to audiences across different sections and regions.
Produced by Harikrishna Somisetty under the Memory Makers banner, The Red Bag is a different suspense thriller directed by Ravi Kumar Seerapu. The film features Kabir Singh, Prasad Behara, Raadhya, Monica, Sneha Singh, Akanksha, Eeshan Shankar, Avinash Badal, Bhargavi and Raasi in key roles. PVR INOX Pictures is set to release the film on a grand scale on August 21.
As the film gears up for its theatrical release, producer Harikrishna Somisetty shared his confidence in the movie and spoke about the response to its promotional content.
Producer Harikrishna Somisetty said , “There is a good amount of hype surrounding The Red Bag. Every piece of content we have released so far has received an encouraging response. The glimpses, teaser and songs have all trended on YouTube, and our content has received appreciation from all quarters.
“Everyone who watched the promotional content appreciated the stylish presentation of the film and the action sequences. The movie will create ten times more impact than what audiences have seen in the content released so far. Nobody will be able to guess the twists in the film.
“The story keeps the audience engaged with thrilling moments until the very end. We have made the film with elements that will appeal to audiences across all sections. It has all the essential elements, including action, suspense and thrilling sequences.
“The artistes and the entire technical team extended their complete support to the project. We are now gearing up for a grand theatrical release on August 21.
“PVR INOX Pictures has been providing us with tremendous support in terms of the release. With their cooperation, we are able to bring the movie to audiences across a large number of screens. I am confident that The Red Bag will appeal to audiences and entertain everyone,” he concluded.
The Red Bag is gearing up for a grand theatrical release on August 21, promising audiences a stylish suspense thriller packed with action, thrills and unpredictable twists.
Dr. Prathani Ramakrishna Goud’s RK Films, set for a grand theatrical release on the 21st of this month*
“Sardar Sarvai Papanna” is an animation movie based on the life story of the historic warrior Sardar Sarvai Papanna, who earned fame as the “Bahujan Emperor.” The film has been written, directed and produced by Venkatesh Goud Lingampally. The movie is presented by V.G. Movie Makers, with Deepak Nyathi overseeing production responsibilities. The animation movie is gearing up for a grand theatrical release on the 21st of this month through Dr. Prathani Ramakrishna Goud’s RK Films. The pre-release event of “Sardar Sarvai Papanna” was held grandly in Hyderabad today in the presence of several prominent personalities from the film and political fields.
Dr. Prathani Ramakrishna Goud said: “Thank you to everyone who accepted our invitation and attended this event as guests. On the occasion of Sardar Sarvai Papanna’s birth anniversary, we are releasing this film on a large scale across both Telugu states on the 21st through our RK Films. Sardar Papanna was a brave warrior who protected poor people from oppressive taxation. He united people from weaker and backward communities and fought for their rights. He conquered 30 forts and even revolted against the Golconda Fort. Everyone should take inspiration from such a courageous leader. I made a film on Sarvai Papanna 25 years ago. At that time, there was not much awareness about him among the people. Today, statues of Sardar Papanna can be found across villages, and people have come to know about his history. I congratulate Venkatesh Goud for making a film based on the life and legacy of such a great warrior. I wish the movie “Sardar Sarvai Papanna” a grand success.”
Director and Producer Venkatesh Goud Lingampally said: “We are holding this pre-release event today on the occasion of Sardar Sarvai Papanna’s 376th birth anniversary. I collected information about Papanna from several historical books and used it to make this film. I believe our movie will provide a massive cinematic experience similar to Baahubali. Within my limited resources, I put in tremendous effort, time and money to make this film. I request audiences to support and appreciate our movie.”
Actress Payal Mukherjee said: “Some scenes from “Sardar Sarvai Papanna” were screened at this event. I liked all those scenes very much. I believe the entire movie will also be equally impressive and will appeal to everyone. I wish the film great success.”
Singer Yepuri Somanna said: “Millions of Bahujan people are eagerly waiting to watch this film. Sardar Sarvai Papanna was a great warrior who united people from all communities and led a victorious guerrilla struggle. A film based on the history of such a great warrior will certainly become a success.”
Prominent writer and journalist Ponna Ravichandra said: “Many people have distorted the history of Sardar Sarvai Papanna. However, director-producer Venkatesh Goud has thoroughly studied his history and is now bringing the true story before the people. I congratulate Venkatesh Goud for making this effort and Ramakrishna Goud for releasing the movie.”
Former MP Madhu Yaskhi Goud said: “Sardar Sarvai Papanna was a warrior who worked towards establishing an egalitarian society. Today marks his 376th birth anniversary. It is a matter of happiness that this pre-release event is being held on this occasion and that I have been invited as a guest. Today, the Telangana government is installing a statue of Sardar Sarvai Papanna on Tank Bund. This is a day when the long-standing wish of lakhs of people is being fulfilled. I congratulate Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Minister Ponnam Prabhakar for this initiative. Similarly, former Telangana Legislative Council Chairman Swamy Goud travelled from village to village and played an important role in getting statues of Sardar Sarvai Papanna installed. I wholeheartedly congratulate director-producer Venkatesh Goud for bringing the history of such a great warrior alive on screen. I salute him. Ramakrishna Goud, who is releasing this film, also has the distinction of making a film on Sarvai Papanna back in 2003. I wish him and this film great success.”
Former Chairman of the Telangana Legislative Council Swamy Goud said: “This is a day we have all been waiting for. It is very happy to see that a statue of Sardar Sarvai Papanna is being installed on Tank Bund. Many people, cutting across party lines, worked hard to make this happen. Venkatesh Goud has made the film “Sardar Sarvai Papanna” wonderfully. Everyone should watch this movie in theatres. Ramakrishna Goud is releasing it on the 21st of this month. I wish his efforts great success.”
Several others attended the event, including BC Empowerment Association President Konda Devanna, singer Aepuri Somanna, Dilsukhnagar Market Committee Director Ashok Goud, Sardar Papanna’s descendant Rajanna, Goud community leaders Gattu Ramachandra Rao, actress Payal Mukherjee, distributor Satyanarayana, and director and writer Deepak Nyathi, among others.
Technicians
VFX & Supervision: P. Srinivas Editors: Satish Peteti, Mani Cinematography & Visual Direction: Mirzapuri Simon Lead AI Visual Director: Suresh Malla Music Supervisor & Lyrics: Venkatesh Goud Lingampally Banner: V.G. Movie Makers Producer & Director: Venkatesh Goud Lingampally Release: RK Films (Dr. Prathani Ramakrishna Goud) PRO: Chandu Ramesh
Kreative Launchpad has officially unveiled the title of its upcoming film “Delulu”, creating curiosity among the younger generation with its quirky and contemporary title.
The title was announced at a special student event, where the film team interacted with students and celebrated the reveal with an energetic response. With “Delulu” being a popular Gen-Z expression, the title itself has already sparked interest and conversations among youngsters.
Produced by Sankeerth Konda under the banner of Kreative Launchpad, the film is directed by Pritham Kasthuri. The story and additional dialogues are penned by Vijay Rajkumar, while Reshmith S Koushika handles the screenplay and dialogues.
The technical crew includes Jai Raj Naidu as DOP, HariKrishna Kurapati as Editor and Adi Chebrolu as Music Director.
The film features Vijay Rajkumar, Veni Rao, Akhil Jackson, Sai Prasanna, Sri Rama Mandava and Abhinay Tula in key roles.
With its youthful title, promising team and Gen-Z-centric vibe, “Delulu” is expected to offer a fresh and relatable cinematic experience for today’s audience.
