Amma… Naaku Aa Abbayi Kaavali Songs Recording completed.
Under the musical direction of sensational composer Sai Karthik, the film’s director Shivala Prabhakar has penned the lyrics for the songs.
Produced by noted businesswoman G. Shailaja Reddy under the banner of GSR Movie Makers, the triangular love story “Amma… Naaku Aa Abbayi Kaavali” introduces Pawan Mahaveer as the hero. Directed by Sivala Prabhakar, this unique romantic entertainer has already completed song recordings even before the commencement of regular shooting, spreading musical excitement. Suhana stars opposite Pawan Mahaveer, while the second heroine will be revealed soon!!
Under Sai Karthik’s musical direction, lyrics written by director Sivala Prabhakar have been rendered by renowned singers Chitra, Harini, Brinda, Arun, Sai Charan, and Krishna Chaitanya. The film was grandly launched at Saradhi Studios, Hyderabad, in the presence of several distinguished guests. Regular shooting is scheduled to begin on the 19th of this month at the famous pilgrimage location Pattisima near Rajahmundry, after which the team will move to Vizag and Araku for further schedules!!
Speaking on the occasion, producer G. Shailaja Reddy said: “Our director Sivala Prabhakar is handling this project with great dedication, almost like a sacred mission. The songs composed under Sai Karthik’s direction and written by Prabhakar have come out wonderfully. I believe debut hero Pawan Mahaveer has a bright future ahead.”
Senior actors Suman, Rao Ramesh, Rajeev Kanakala, and Rohini are playing important roles in the film. Crew Details: PRO: Dheeraj–Appaji, Editor: Nandamuri Hari, Writing Support: Ramesh – Murali, Co-Director: Ravushree, Producer: G. Shailaja Reddy, Story – Dialogues – Lyrics – Screenplay – Direction: Sivala Prabhakar!!
The successful duo Bunny Vaas and Vamsi Nandipati, who recently delivered blockbuster films like Little Hearts, Raju Weds Rambhai, and Eesha, are now bringing a full-length out-and-out entertainer titled “Hey Balwanth” (title changed from Hey Bhagwan) under the banners of Nandipati Entertainments and Bunny Vaas Works.
The film stars Suhas, Shivani Nagaram, senior actor Naresh, and anchor Sravanti in key roles. Directed by Gopi Achhar, the movie is produced by B. Narendra Reddy under the Trishul Visionary Studios banner. The movie is set to release on February 20. On this occasion, hero Suhas interacted with the media on Tuesday. Here are the highlights.
Why was the title changed from “Hey Bhagwan” to “Hey Balwanth”? Since Bhagwan means God, the censor board suggested changing the title. So we changed it to Hey Balwanth. We also changed Naresh’s character name. Along with the title, the censor board also considered the movie’s concept.
How is your role in this movie? I play a youngster who wants to start a business from childhood and wants to take over his father’s business. The story revolves around what challenges he faces and what his father’s business actually is. The movie is a full entertainer, and my role is also very entertaining.
It is said this movie was completed in very few working days? Yes. In my career, this is one of the fastest films completed and released after getting finalized. Despite the speed, the movie has very good quality. I wondered if I would ever do a film this fast again.
What made you accept this movie? I liked the story as soon as I heard it. Especially, I connected emotionally along with the entertainment factor. The movie turned out 100 times better than what we expected.
Can we call this Suhas 2.0? Don’t use such big words. But I strongly believe this movie will bring me success.
You put effort into every film. How do you feel if success doesn’t come? I keep waiting for success. It feels bad, but I immediately prepare for the next film.
What are your expectations for “Hey Balwanth”? Everyone has strong belief in this movie. Vamsi Nandipati garu has given us great confidence. After consecutive failures, everyone advised me to think carefully before choosing films. Even my wife said the same. So I took a short break and chose Hey Balwanth. I have a lot of confidence in this film.
How will your role be in the Tamil movie “Mandadi”? It’s a Tamil film where I play the main villain. Depending on the result, I may get busy in Tamil cinema. It’s a look and character I waited for. They approached me after watching Ambajipeta.
Many people want you to succeed. Have you noticed that? Yes, people feel I am a good actor and want me to get a good film. I consider that my luck.
How is it doing Tamil films? I’m doing villain roles. It’s a very different look, and I’m slightly tense about how the audience will receive it.
Earlier you mostly did serious roles. For the first time, you are doing comedy in “Hey Balwanth”? In the beginning of my career, I mostly did comedy roles in short films. After watching my role in this film, my wife also told me to do such films. Luckily, I got this film.
How do you feel about your career? I’m completely satisfied. If this film becomes a hit, the satisfaction will increase further. Everyone is very confident about the movie. A big success is coming. Even my wife watched the film and enjoyed it a lot. She said these are the kinds of films I should do.
Your next film? I’m doing a film under Karthik Subbaraj’s banner. He is providing the story, and his associate is directing it. I’m also listening to a few Telugu stories. They will be finalized soon.
The latest super hit film “Couple Friendly,” starring Santosh Soban and Manasa Varanasi, is racing ahead at the box office with steady collections. This heart-touching love story has grossed ₹5.42 crore worldwide within just three days of its release.
The film has been receiving appreciation from stars like Rebel Star Prabhas and Star Boy Siddhu Jonnalagadda. The promotional tour undertaken by the movie team is also helping the film reach a wider audience and gain strong visibility among viewers.
Couple Friendly is presented by UV Creations and produced under the banner of UV Concepts in Telugu and Tamil. Ajay Kumar Raju P. serves as the co-producer. The film is directed by Ashwin Chandrasekhar. Passionate producer and distributor Dheeraj Mogilineni has released the movie in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Cast Santosh Shobhan, Manasa Varanasi, and others
Technical Team Art: Michael BFA Editor: Ganesh Shiva Director of Photography: Dinesh Purushothaman Music: Aditya Ravindran Executive Producer: S.S. Varma Presented by: UV Creations Produced by: UV Concepts, Ajay Kumar Raju P. PRO: GSK Media (Suresh – Sreenivas) Written and Directed by: Ashwin Chandrasekhar
In 2026, India stands as the world’s third-largest automotive market, a testament to its rising middle class and economic vigor. However, this success has a visible, frustrating byproduct: the “Gridlock Dilemma.”
Nowhere is this more apparent than in Hyderabad, a city that has transformed from a quiet historic town into a sprawling tech metropolis.
The core of the problem lies in a fundamental mismatch: the rate of private vehicle acquisition is moving at an exponential pace, while supporting infrastructure—roads, public transit, and smart management—is struggling to keep up.
The Current State: A City at a Standstill In Hyderabad, the average commute time for a mere 10 km journey is projected to reach nearly 37 minutes by the next decade if current trends persist. While the city boasts the impressive 160 km Outer Ring Road (ORR) and a growing Metro network, the “last-mile” and “inner-city” realities are starkly different.
Vehicle Explosion: Between 2011 and 2024, the percentage of Indian urban households owning a motor vehicle jumped from 40.1% to over 68%.
Space Constraint: While roads are being widened, the physical footprint of cities like Hyderabad is finite. We are essentially trying to pour a gallon of water (vehicles) into a pint-sized glass (road capacity).
The “Flyover Fallacy”: Traditional urban planning has focused on building flyovers and underpasses. While these offer temporary relief, they often just shift the bottleneck to the next junction—a phenomenon known as induced demand. Why Infrastructure is Lagging The gap isn’t just about a lack of cement and asphalt; it’s a systemic challenge involving:
Fragmented Planning: In many Indian cities, multiple agencies (Municipal Corporations, Metro Rail, Water Boards) often work in silos, leading to roads being dug up shortly after being paved.
Financial Constraints: Massive projects like the Regional Ring Road (RRR) or Metro Phase II require astronomical capital. Even with a ₹3.09 lakh crore national allocation for highways in 2026, urban inner-city funding remains stretched.
The Priority Shift: Historically, infrastructure was built for cars. However, the modern need is to move people, not vehicles. Currently, public transport carries only about 25% of commuters in Indian cities, far below the national target of 45%. The Blueprint for a Solution: Moving Beyond Asphalt To solve the crisis, Hyderabad and India must pivot from “building more roads” to “managing mobility.”
Integrated Multi-Modal Transit The goal should be a “seamless” journey. A commuter should be able to take an electric feeder bus from their home to a Metro station, and then a shared e-bike to their office—all using a single digital ticket.
Priority: Strengthening the Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (UMTA) to ensure all modes of transport talk to each other.
Data-Driven “Smart” Traffic Management Instead of static timers, cities need Adaptive Traffic Control Systems (ATCS). These use AI and IoT sensors to adjust signal timings in real-time based on actual traffic density.
Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Hyderabad’s “Telangana Rising 2047” vision document highlights this: building high-density residential and commercial hubs around transit corridors. If you live, work, and shop within 500 meters of a Metro station, the need for a private car evaporates.
Reclaiming the Streets for People Infrastructure must include:
Dedicated Bus Lanes: Giving buses priority over private cars.
Non-Motorized Transport (NMT): Building continuous, shaded cycle tracks and wide, walkable footpaths.
Demand Management Governments may eventually need to look at Congestion Pricing—charging a fee to enter high-traffic zones during peak hours—to discourage unnecessary private vehicle trips and fund public transit. Conclusion: The Path Forward The solution to India’s traffic woes isn’t just more bitumen; it’s more intelligence. By shifting the focus from “moving cars” to “moving people” and integrating technology into the very fabric of our streets, cities like Hyderabad can reclaim their mobility.
Santosh Shoban and Manasa Varanasi starrer “Couple Friendly” recently released in theatres and is receiving a super-hit response. With strong support from youth and family audiences, the film has emerged as a successful romantic entertainer. The movie collected ₹1.89 crores gross worldwide on Day 1. Presented by UV Creations and produced by UV Concepts in Telugu and Tamil, the film has Ajay Kumar Raju P. as co-producer and is directed by Ashwin Chandrasekhar. Passionate producer and distributor Dheeraj Mogilineni released the film in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. A success meet for the film was held today in Hyderabad.
Distributor Dheeraj Mogilineni said, “Before the release of Couple Friendly, I said this would become a memorable love story for audiences. Viewers have made my words come true by giving the film a good success. The credit first goes to director Ashwin, who made the film honestly. UV Vamsi and Vikky produced the film with great passion and took care of every detail like a big-budget project.
Santosh Shoban is a talented actor, and he should become a go-to name for love stories. Many filmmakers I spoke to feel the same. Santosh, Manasa, UV Concepts, and I will collaborate again on another love story, which we plan to release next Valentine’s Day. We will also run a contest to share this love with audiences by gifting something they wished to give their partners. We are planning a promotional tour with Santosh and Manasa.”
Producer Ajay Kumar Raju P. said, “When we heard the story of Couple Friendly, we decided to produce it in a very honest and genuine way. Santosh and Manasa also focused completely on this project without taking up other films. The movie was ready six months ago, but we waited to release it during Valentine’s season. Thanks to everyone who made this film a success.”
Director Ashwin Chandrasekhar said, “Thanks to the media for helping our film reach audiences widely. With your support, the film is reaching greater heights. I visited theatres with our team and watched audience reactions, the response has been superb. We hope this support continues.”
Heroine Manasa Varanasi said, “The response from premieres itself has given us immense happiness. Audience feedback, media reviews, and social-media reactions are overwhelming. Many people are sharing their personal love moments with us. Like Santosh, I was also waiting for a good opportunity. This film gave us the story we wanted to do. Dheeraj garu brought great energy to the film, Ajay garu put in a lot of effort, and every member of our team contributed to this success.”
Hero Santosh Shoban said, “Seeing Housefull boards in theatres has always been our dream. I feel very happy seeing them now. I have been waiting for such success for years. Once again, it is proven that audiences support honest storytelling. UV is like family to me, and Ajay anna deserves a lot of credit for this success. Dheeraj garu is visiting theatres with even more energy than us. Manasa will do many more good films, she is the soul of this movie. We are also receiving appreciation for introducing a good director like Ashwin to Telugu cinema. The success of Couple Friendly has given me a sense of responsibility, and I want to continue making films that audiences will love.”
Cast: Santosh Shoban, Manasa Varanasi, and others
Technical Team: Art : Michael BFA Editor : Ganesh Shiva DOP : Dinesh Purushothaman Music: Aditya Ravindran Executive Producer : S. S. Varma Presented by : UV Creations Produced by : UV Concepts, Ajay Kumar Raju P. PRO : GSK Media (Suresh – Sreenivas) Writer & Director : Ashwin Chandrasekhar
Youthful rom-coms always find their audience, and continuing that streak, Kavya Kalyanram of Balagam fame and Anvesh Michael of Kotha Poradu fame are teaming up for the upcoming film What’s Up Naresh. Produced by Bhagya Laxmi Chinta under the CVV Cinema banner, the film is directed by CV Vishal. The first glimpse, released recently, instantly grabbed everyone’s attention. Now, marking Valentine’s Day, the makers have unveiled the second glimpse.
The first glimpse introduced the protagonist, his family dynamics, their expectations around marriage, and eventually his first meeting with the girl. The newly released second glimpse shifts gears, presenting a more mature and grounded conversation between the lead pair- who connect through a dating app and open up about their past experiences, during a coffee date.
What begins as a light-hearted, humorous exchange gradually takes an intriguing turn when the discussion moves to caste, followed by the protagonist’s candid thoughts on how modern-day relationships work. The glimpse then transitions into moments that highlight the evolution of their bond, offering a warm and charming preview of their love journey, making it a perfect treat for Valentine’s Day. Both Kavya Kalyanram and Anvesh Michael look perfectly cast in their roles and share a natural, appealing chemistry.
Though the director takes a bold risk with the lengthy runtime, the emotion holds steady throughout, never losing its charm. Smaran Sai’s soothing score beautifully heightens the romantic energy on screen. The music director, already praised for his work in Psych Siddhartha, delivers an even stronger musical spread here. The track that plays near the end- “Ayomayamga Saaguthunna…”, stands out with its classical depth and electrifying feel.
Overall, the second glimpse carries a consistently pleasant vibe and clearly signals that the film is shaping up to be a refreshing, feel-good romantic entertainer.
The film features editing by Viplav Nyshadam, and cinematography by Vedaraman Sankaran. The team is expected to come up with more updates soon.
The film “Shivoham”, being produced under the JC Film Factory banner, has recently completed its shooting schedule. Veteran producer Tummalapalli Rama Satyanarayana plays a key role in the movie. The film also features E. V. Prasad, Shirisha, Srilatha, Rani, G. V. V. Siddu, B. Shivashankar, Munesh, Swathi, Muralidhar, Pullayya, Manisha, and Glamour Boy Viswanadh Reddy in important roles. The movie is currently in post-production. On the occasion of Maha Shivaratri, the film team launched the villain look poster. The film will soon release in theaters in both Telugu and Hindi languages. Cinematography is handled by Satish Pilli. Story, screenplay, production, and direction are by Vijay Yarramsetti.
