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A Visual Tribute to theTelangana Armed Struggle“Golla Ramavva”

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Streaming on ETV Win
from January 25

“Golla Ramavva” is a powerful visual adaptation of the Telangana Armed Struggle, based on the celebrated work written by the pride of the Telugu people, former Prime Minister of India and Bharat Ratna awardee Late P. V. Narasimha Rao.
Directed by Mullapudi Vara, son of renowned writer Mullapudi Venkata Ramana, this stirring heroic saga has been produced on a prestigious scale by Sucheta Dream Works productions and Varma Dream Creations, with Ram Vishwas Hannurkar and Raghavendra Varma (Bujji) as producers. Noted media professional Azhar Shaikh, who has worked with several leading media organizations, plays a key role as Executive Producer, and has also contributed to the lyrics, adding special distinction to the project.

The same team that earlier delivered the well-received ETV Win film “Mouname Nee Bhasha” now returns with “Golla Ramavva”, which will begin streaming on January 25 exclusively on ETV Win. Popularly known as “Telugu Seethamaalakshmi”, Talluri Rameshwari essays the title role, promising a performance that will remain etched in memory.
Technical & Creative Team: PRO: Dheeraj – Appaji, Music: Sai Madhukar, Cinematography: Gangamoni Shekhar, Editing: Raghavendra Varma, Writing: Bayyavarapu Ravi, Executive Producer & Lyrics: Azhar Shaikh, Producers: Ram Vishwas Hannurkar – Raghavendra Varma (Bujji),
Screenplay & Direction: Mullapudi Vara.

A compelling historical drama that brings courage, sacrifice, and the spirit of Telangana to life — “Golla Ramavva”, streaming from January 25 on ETV Win!!

Versatile actor Dr. Naresh VK Birthday Special Poster has been released from Crazy Kalyanam a complete entertainer coming soon

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Crazy Kalyanam stars versatile actor Naresh Vijaya Krishna, beautiful Anupama Parameswaran, Tharun Bhascker, and Akhil Uddemari of Raj Weds Rambai fame in the lead roles.

The film is being produced by passionate producer Boosam Jagan Mohan Reddy under the Yaro Cinemas banner as Production No. 2. The film is directed by Badrappa Gajula.

On the occasion of versatile actor Naresh VK’s birthday today, the makers released a special poster wishing him a happy birthday. In the poster, Naresh VK looks impressive in a traditional avatar as the character Parvataalu.

The film is said to be a complete entertainer with an engaging story that revolves around a wedding. The shooting of Crazy Kalyanam was carried out across several rural locations in Telangana. Suresh Bobbili is providing the music for this film as well.

Cast:
Naresh VK, Anupama Parameswaran, Tharun Bhascker, Akhil Uddemari, and others

Technical Team:
Costume Designer: J. Gayathri Devi
Art Director: Sai Kadhir
Production Designer: Sripal Macharla
Executive Producer: Akhil Sai Srimurthy
Choreographer: Eshwar Penti
Action: Dragon Prakash
Lyrics: Gorati Venkanna, Chaitanya Prasad, Kasarla Shyam
Editor: Shravan Katikneni
Director of Photography: Shyam Dupati
Music Director: Suresh Bobbili
Screenplay: Srinivasa Ravindra (MSR)
PRO: GSK Media (Suresh – Sreenivas)
Producer: Boosam Jagan Mohan Reddy
Story, Screenplay, dialogues and Direction: Badrappa Gajula

Potable Water Crisis in Hyderabad

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As of early 2026, Hyderabad is navigating a complex water landscape. While the city has made significant strides in piped water coverage, it faces a “silent crisis” driven by rapid urbanization, pollution of local reservoirs, and a plummeting groundwater table.


The Potable Water Crisis in Hyderabad (2026)
The city’s water woes are no longer just about “scarcity” but are increasingly about quality and sustainability.
1. Contamination of Primary Sources
Recent studies in 2026 have revealed that four of Hyderabad’s six major drinking water sources—Osmansagar, Himayatsagar, Godavari, and Krishna—are critically polluted.
* The Cause: Untreated sewage and industrial effluents from surrounding residential and industrial hubs (like Medak) flow directly into these reservoirs.
* The Risk: High levels of fecal coliform and heavy metals like cadmium and lead have been detected, pushing the Water Quality Index (WQI) to “very poor” levels.
2. Groundwater Depletion (The “Red Zone”)
By January 2026, groundwater levels in several mandals—including Ameerpet, Kukatpally, and Bachupally—have dropped into the “red zone,” with water tables falling below 20 meters.


* Urban Heat & Concrete: Rapid construction has paved over natural recharge zones, meaning even a good monsoon fails to replenish the aquifers.
* Over-extraction: The mushrooming of illegal borewells in high-rise corridors has led to a drop of 2-3 feet in groundwater levels compared to the previous year.


3. Aging Infrastructure
Nearly 35-40% of the city’s water is lost during distribution. This is due to corroded, decades-old pipelines that suffer from frequent leakages. Often, these water lines run dangerously close to sewerage networks, leading to cross-contamination.
Strategic Solutions and the 2026 Action Plan


The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) and the state government have initiated several multi-pronged strategies to combat these issues.
Infrastructure & Supply Expansion
* Godavari Phase 2: A ₹7,000 crore project is underway to bring additional Godavari water to the city, aiming for a year-round, 24/7 supply by late 2027.
* Smart Monitoring: The installation of flow meters and IoT-based sensors to detect “hidden leaks” and eliminate illegal connections is being scaled up across the GHMC area.
Groundwater Recharge: “One House, One Recharge Pit”


To combat the falling water table, the government has mandated:
* Mandatory Recharge Pits: Every house built on 200 sq. yards or more must have a rainwater harvesting pit.
* Injection Borewells: Converting thousands of defunct borewells into injection wells to channel rainwater directly into the ground.
Ecosystem Restoration
* Musa River Revival: Phase 1 of the Musi River restoration (starting March 2026) aims to clean a 21 km stretch, reducing the toxic load on the city’s ecosystem.
* Lake Protection (TDR Policy): New policies offer “Transferable Development Rights” to landowners who surrender land for lake conservation, incentivizing the protection of buffer zones from encroachment.


Decentralized Solutions
Educational institutions like IIIT-Hyderabad and MANUU have set a blueprint for the city. By creating biodiversity ponds and recycling 100% of their “gray water” for landscaping, these campuses have become nearly “net-zero” in water consumption, avoiding tankers even in peak summer.


The path to a water-secure Hyderabad lies in moving away from a “tanker-dependent” mindset toward one of circular water management—where every drop is harvested, treated, and reused.

Vijay and Samantha’s film ‘Policeodu’ to be re-released on the 23rd of this month

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The Tamil film ‘Theri’, starring star hero Vijay and top heroine Samantha, directed by sensational director Atlee and produced by Kalaipuli Thanu under the V Creations banner, was a grand success.

It was dubbed into Telugu as ‘Policeodu’ and won the hearts of the audience, becoming a super hit film. This film is now ready to create a buzz on the silver screen once again. ‘Policeodu’ will be re-released on the 23rd of this month.


This film is being released on a large scale in the Nizam region by the leading distribution company Asian Films, and in Andhra by Suresh Movies. With the news of the re-release already receiving a huge response on social media, Vijay’s fans and movie lovers are eagerly waiting to watch this emotional action entertainer in theaters once again.


Atlee crafted ‘Policeodu’ by blending father-daughter bonding, a police backdrop, emotions, action, and commercial elements in equal measure. Vijay impressed in a dual role, and Samantha’s character greatly appealed to the audience. Amy Jackson also played another female lead.

The roles of Prabhu and Radhika Sarathkumar were also crucial to the film. In particular, the climax scenes and emotional moments were the highlights of the film.


The songs composed by GV Prakash Kumar for this film were chartbusters at the time. The background music, cinematography, and action sequences played a key role in attracting audiences to the theaters. This film, ‘Polisodu’, further strengthened Vijay’s already strong fan base in Telugu as well.


Now, with its re-release in improved quality using modern technology, trade circles believe that this film will once again prove its mettle at the box office. This is truly sweet news for Vijay and Samantha’s fans.

Prabhas Nimmala’s “Miracle”  First Look Released

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Starring Randheer Bheesu – Hebbah Patel as the lead pair, with senior actors Sriram and Suresh in key roles, “Miracle” is being made as an out-and-out action entertainer.

Produced jointly by Ramesh Eggidi, Srikanth Mogadasu, and Chander Goud under the Saida Family Entertainment banner, “Miracle” is directed by Prabhas Nimmala, known for films like “Satya Gang” and “Fighter Shiva.”

The first look of the film was released today (January 16) as a Sankranthi special. Mrs. Jyotsna is the co-producer of the film.

The film’s first schedule, packed with high-octane action sequences, has been completed successfully. The second schedule is set to commence from January 22 in and around Hyderabad.

In “Miracle,” Randheer Bheesu plays the hero, while Hebbah Patel stars as the female lead. Akshara Nunnna Sujana appears as another heroine. Senior actors Sriram and Suresh will be seen in crucial roles. Naidu Pendra is being introduced as the villain.


Veteran film journalist Dheeraj Appaji will be seen in a special role as a Forensic Officer. The film also features Janardan, Yogi Katre, Vijay Surya, Inthiyaz, Sai Baba, Dil Ramesh, Jhansi, Suryanarayana, Sridhar, Srikanth, Shiva, Aamani, Haimavathi, Navya (Ammu), Bezawada Mastan, R. Kumar, and several others in important roles.

Speaking on the occasion, the producers said: “After proving his directorial strength with Satya Gang and Fighter Shiva, director Prabhas Nimmala is now coming up with his third film ‘Miracle.’

Hebbah Patel’s glamour, powerful performances by senior actors Sriram and Suresh, and high-voltage action blocks will be the major highlights of the film. The second schedule will begin from January 22.”


Technical Crew:
PRO: Dheeraj – Appaji, Cinematography: Surender Reddy, Editing: Vishwanath, Lyrics: Rambabu Gosala, Action Choreography: Srinu, Co-Producer: Mrs. Jyotsna, Producers: Ramesh Eggidi – Srikanth Mogadasu – Chander Goud, Story -Dialogues – Screenplay -Music & Direction: Prabhas Nimmala