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“Edaina Sadhyame” Movie Inspired by Sri Amma Bhagavan’s Teachings▪️ Title Unveiled at Film Chamber

Hyderabad: A new spiritual and emotional film titled “Edaina Sadhyame” (Anything is Possible), with the tagline “Daivam Thodunte..” (When God is With You), is being produced under the banner of Sri Adi Lakshmi Pictures. The title launch event was held grandly at the Film Chamber in Hyderabad.

Director Madduri Raja, producer Anil Munaganuri, executive producer N. Subrahmanyam, and members of the film team attended the event.

The film aims to portray how people can overcome sorrow and suffering in life by building a strong bond with their chosen deity. The makers stated that the movie is completely inspired by the teachings of Sri Amma Bhagavan and focuses on spirituality and human relationships.

According to the team, the storyline revolves around five core principles taught by Sri Amma Bhagavan:

“You are a unique being”
“Your inner world is your outer world”
“There is no individual, only personalities”
“Inner truth”
“Life itself is relationships”

The film’s narrative is built around these philosophical concepts.

Speaking on the occasion, producer, writer, lyricist, and dialogue writer Anil Kumar Munaganuri said that today’s youth are extremely important for the nation, but many are struggling with depression and hopelessness. He explained that the film intends to show how a deep connection with God can bring miracles into one’s life and transform impossibilities into possibilities.

“This movie is being made based on spiritual teachings. When people connect with their beloved deity, miracles can happen,” he said.

Apart from producing the film, Anil Munaganuri is also providing the story, dialogues, and lyrics. The film is directed by Raja Madhuri, while Ramesh handles cinematography and Phanindra takes care of editing. The makers announced that more details about the project will be revealed soon.

Film Credits:
Banner: Sri Adi Lakshmi Pictures
Producer: Anil Munaganuri
Director: Madduri Raja
Story, Dialogues & Lyrics: Anil Munaganuri
Executive Producer: Subrahmanyam
Cinematography: Ramesh
Editing: Phanindra
PRO: Ashok Dayyala

“Dooradarshini” Will Touch Hearts Like a Close Vision: Priyadarshi

A feel-good romantic entertainer based on a real-life incident, “Dooradarshini”, stars Suvikshit and Geethika Ratan in the lead roles. Carrying the tagline “Kalipindi Iddarini”, the film is directed by Karthikeya Kommi and produced by M. Jayashankar Reddy and Patimeedi Santosh under the Varaha Movie Makers banner. The film is all set to release tomorrow (May 15). Ahead of its release, a grand pre-release event was held in Hyderabad. Actor Priyadarshi and Raju Weds Rambai director Sai Kompati attended the event as chief guests.

Director Sai Kompati said, “The title itself is very appealing and instantly connects with everyone born in the 90s. I strongly believe the film will be loved by all audiences.”

Priyadarshi said, “I always want to support new films like this. The moment I watched the trailer, it reminded me of my childhood days. Back then, Doordarshan introduced the world to all of us. Even I was inspired to become an actor after watching movies on Doordarshan during my childhood. I hope this ‘Dooradarshini’ brings audiences to theatres like a close vision experience and becomes a big success. Audience support is extremely important for small films like this.”

Gemini Suresh said, “Through Dooradarshini, I got an opportunity to explore the actor within me. Acting in this film gave me immense happiness. Such opportunities come very rarely. Just as this film touched my heart, I am sure audiences will also love it. Every character in the movie feels very realistic, as though the characters are directly speaking to the audience. I strongly believe the film will win audience appreciation.”

Director Karthikeya Kommi said, “Right now, many may see this as a small film, but that feeling will disappear after watching it. The performances of the hero and heroine will be one of the biggest highlights of the film. The emotions in the movie will deeply touch everyone’s hearts.”

Suvikshit said, “This is a film that belongs to your village and your home — a clean entertainer without any vulgarity. It will emotionally connect with everyone and touch hearts deeply. Watching the film will feel like revisiting your own hometown. Seeing so many people come forward to bless and support my film is truly emotional for me. The movie will definitely give full value to the audience for their ticket money.”

Actors Kittayya, Teja, Balaraju, Chalapathi Raju, Geethika Ratan, Chittoor Kurradu Sunil, Murali Mohan, Doordarshan news reader Vijayalakshmi, hero Sai Maganti, and several others also attended the event.

Uppal-Narapally Flyover Progress: Snail’s Pace and an Uncertain Future

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The Uppal-Narapally elevated corridor, one of Hyderabad’s most talked-about infrastructure projects, was conceived nearly a decade ago to relieve heavy traffic on the busy NH-163 corridor linking Uppal to Narapally. However, what was envisioned as a three-year construction project has turned into a long saga of delays, public frustration and repeated timelines that keep shifting.

A Project with a Long History of Delays

Work on the six-lane, roughly 6.2 km long flyover started back in 2018 with an estimated budget of around ₹675 crore and an expected completion timeframe of around 18 months. Since then, progress has lagged far behind that initial schedule.

Several factors have contributed to the slow pace of work:

Land acquisition hassles, shifting of utilities such as power and water lines, and coordination issues between agencies have repeatedly slowed work.

Problems with the original contractor and poor progress led to intervention by senior officials, including a directive to replace the contractor to speed things up.

Redesigns linked to clashes with other infrastructure projects, like metro viaduct alignments, also pushed timelines.

An RTI from 2023 showed that less than half the project had been completed even then, and local commuters have faced rough road conditions, dust and congestion as a result.

Government Promises vs. Ground Reality

Officials have repeatedly set new targets for completion:

Roads & Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy has publicly stated that authorities are aiming to finish the project by Dasara 2026, a major festival in October.

Government sources also suggested that with renewed focus and closer monitoring, work would accelerate significantly in 2025–26.

Despite these assurances, progress on the ground remains patchy. A news report from late 2025 described the corridor as “lagging far behind schedule,” with major milestones like foundations still being laid just months before the supposed deadline.

Residents and commuters, who have endured years of dust, potholes and hazardous traffic conditions, doubt that such an ambitious timeline can be met given what is still incomplete on the site. Informal online discussions among locals reflect widespread scepticism about whether the flyover will really open to traffic by late 2026 — with some likening it to a long-running project that feels “never-ending.”

Technical and Logistical Challenges Still to Clear

Even with renewed political focus, substantial construction tasks remain:

Pillar construction and segmental spans (the lengths of road between supports) still need to be completed over large stretches.

Traffic diversions are only now being planned on the main Uppal road to facilitate construction, indicating that major execution is still in progress.

Land acquisition efforts continue to require close coordination among civic and planning departments.


Will It Be Ready by October 2026?

Given the complexity of work that remains — from finishing the elevated road surface to installing safety and lighting systems — many experts and residents feel the October/Dasara 2026 deadline is highly optimistic, if not unlikely. Although the government has reiterated its commitment to that timeline, significant portions of the project are still in early or middle stages of construction, and unexpected delays (weather, supply chain issues, labour availability) could further push back completion.

On the other hand, with focused execution, contractor accountability, and better inter-agency coordination, it is technically possible for the bulk of the flyover to be finished by late 2026 — but this would require a sharp acceleration in progress over the next several months.

Conclusion

The Uppal-Narapally flyover illustrates the challenges of delivering major infrastructure projects in growing urban regions: bureaucratic hurdles, design changes, contractor issues and evolving timelines can combine to delay benefits to commuters for years.

While authorities have pledged a final push to meet the 2026 target, the project’s past pace and residents’ scepticism suggest that meeting it won’t be easy — and underscoring the need for more transparent reporting on on-site progress as the deadline approaches.

Star Heroine Samantha’s Action-Comedy Family Drama Maa Inti Bangaram Set for Release on June 19

Maa Inti Bangaram, produced jointly by Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Raj Nidimoru, and Himank Duvurru under the banner of Tralala Moving Pictures, has already generated huge expectations among audiences. Directed by Nandini Reddy with Samantha playing the lead role, the film has created strong buzz ever since the release of its teaser. The song “Thassadiyya” is also making waves on YouTube and gaining tremendous response from viewers.

The makers have now officially announced that the film will hit theatres on June 19th, 2026. Along with the release date announcement, they unveiled a striking new poster featuring Samantha in a traditional saree while holding a gun. Her intense expression and fierce look resemble a huntress heading into action, adding even more excitement around the film.

Since Maa Inti Bangaram marks the reunion of Samantha and Nandini Reddy after the success of Oh! Baby, the project has naturally created strong anticipation among audiences. The hype has grown further as Raj Nidimoru is providing the story and screenplay for the film.

The movie also stars Diganth and Gulshan Devaiah in prominent roles. Sreemukhi, Gautami, Anand, Lakshmi, Srinivas Gavireddy, Manjusha, and several others will also be seen in key roles.

Maa Inti Bangaram is being promoted as a wholesome entertainer that can be enjoyed by the entire family, irrespective of age. The film is set for a grand theatrical release on June 19.

Cast:
Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Diganth, Gulshan Devaiah, Sreemukhi, Gautami, Anand, Lakshmi, Srinivas Gavireddy, Manjusha and others.

Technical Crew:
Banner: Tralala Moving Pictures
Producers: Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Raj Nidimoru, Himank Duvurru
Story & Screenplay: Raj Nidimoru, Vasanth Maringanti, Sita Menon
Director: Nandini Reddy
Cinematography: Om Prakash
Music: Santhosh Narayanan
Action: Lee Whittaker, Aejaz Gulab
Editing: Dharmendra Kakarala
Production Design: Ullas Hydur
PRO: Vamsi Kaka

Vijay Deverakonda – Rashmika Duo Creates Another Global Instagram Record

The ad campaigns featuring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna together are creating global records in Instagram likes. The immense love and popularity this pair enjoys worldwide is clearly reflected in these numbers. Recently, the couple’s Airbnb ad crossed 9.1 million likes on Instagram, and the count is still growing. Notably, it has become the second most-liked advertisement post globally on Instagram.

Interestingly, the highest-liked ad post is also by the same duo. During their wedding campaign endorsements, their Manyavar advertisement created a global record by becoming the most-liked ad post with over 11.5 million likes. The post also garnered more than 104 million views, marking another major achievement.

The likes received by the Virush pair’s Manyavar campaign even surpassed those of the famous Louis Vuitton ad featuring football stars Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo together. In the world of social media advertising, the Vijay – Rashmika duo continues to set remarkable records on a global scale. These record-breaking likes are giving their brand collaborations massive international reach.

The popular pair will soon entertain audiences with their upcoming film Ranabaali.

Ugly Story Promises a Fresh Love Story; Director VVVinayak Extends Best Wishes

Ugly Story, starring Nandu and Avika Gor in the lead roles, is all set to hit theatres on May 22. The film is written and directed by Pranav Swaroop and is produced under the banner of Riya Jiya Productions. The film features cinematography by Sri Saikumar Dara, music by Shravan Bharadwaj, and editing by Srikanth Patnaik. Produced by Subhashini and Konda Lakshman, the film has been generating good buzz as its release date approaches.

As part of the promotions, renowned director V. V. Vinayak watched the trailer of Ugly Story and extended his best wishes to the team. Speaking on the occasion, he said, “My family has known Pranav Swaroop’s family for a long time. I am also well acquainted with the team of Ugly Story. This film has been made with the support of Bekkem Venugopal garu and actor Nandu. I sincerely hope this movie brings a strong breakthrough for Nandu. His wife Geetha Madhuri is like family to us. Ugly Story is a fresh love story with a unique title, and I wish the film becomes a big success. I request audiences to watch and support the film when it releases on May 22.”

Director Pranav Swaroop said, “We showed the trailer of our film to Vinayak garu, and he really liked it. We are grateful for his blessings and encouragement. His appreciation means a lot to us.”

Producer Bekkem Venugopal said, “Vinayak garu appreciated the trailer a lot. The film has come out in a way that will connect with all audiences. We request everyone to watch Ugly Story in theatres on May 22.”

Actor Nandu said, “First of all, I thank Vinayak garu for supporting our film. Receiving his blessings is truly a blessing for us. We hope audiences will encourage and support our film when it releases on May 22.”

The film also stars Raviteja Mahadasyam, Shivaji Raja, and Pragnya Nayan in key roles.

Cast & Crew:
Lead Cast: Nandu, Avika Gor
Banner: Riya Jiya Productions
Producers: Subhashini, Konda Lakshman
Story, Screenplay, Dialogues & Direction: Pranav Swaroop
Co-Producers: Raj Nag, Ashwini Srikrishna
Cinematography: Sri Saikumar Dara
Editing: Srikanth Patnaik
Music: Shravan Bharadwaj
Art Director: Vitthal Kosanam
PRO: Madhu VR

Trailer Released for ‘Gurtimpu’ — Starring KJR and Jointly Produced by Ganga Entertainments and Swastik Visions

‘Gurtimpu’ is a sports and court drama film starring KJR as the lead, jointly produced by Ganga Entertainments and Swastik Visions, with SK Prashanth, Ajith Bhaskar, and Arun Murugan serving as producers. The film was directed by J.P. Thenpathiyan. ‘Gurtimpu’ was crafted around themes exploring the country’s sports ecosystem, political landscape, government functioning, and the extent to which the underprivileged remain distanced from the world of sports. The trailer for the film was recently released. “Cricket is our national game”… “Hockey is our national game”… “Our country doesn’t actually have a national game at all.” “My life isn’t just the ten seconds you all watch, Sir… Behind that lies 29 years of my life and hard work. If we could just make it to the meet, we would win… but we aren’t even able to get that far.” “For people like us, sports isn’t just a casual pastime… it is our very liberation.” “If you search for ‘sports’ online, the news that pops up is exclusively about cricket.” “The nation owes a great debt not only to those who fight on the battlefield but also to its athletes.” “People like that will always find something to complain about—some perceived shortcoming—no matter how much the government does for them.” “When it comes to athletics—the very field you boast about, puffing out your chest and chanting ‘Gold! Gold!’—three-quarters of the medals have been won by those very people you dismissed as ‘destitute’!” “I have only one hope: that your life changes for the better within your own lifetime.” With dialogues such as these, the trailer delivers a powerful punch.

A close look at the trailer sparks curiosity about the journey of a poor young man rising as an athlete: What circumstances did he have to overcome? Why did he end up taking the Sports Minister to court during this journey? What specific obstacles did he face from the government? And ultimately, did he receive the justice he sought in the courts, or not? The trailer has been cut in a way that keeps the audience guessing. Visually and sonically, the trailer is absolutely stunning.

As the lead actor, KJR impresses immensely in this trailer—his looks, his physical transformation, and his performance are all outstanding. The film unit is currently making preparations to release the movie in June. Cast: KJR, Viji Venkatesh, Rangaraj Pandey, Vasundhara, Mansoor Ali Khan, Ramji, and others

Technical Crew
Production Companies: Ganga Entertainments, Swastik Visions
Producers: SK Prashanth, Ajith Bhaskar, Arun Murugan
Director: J.P. Thenpathiyan
Music: Ghibran Vaibodha
Action: Peter Hein
Cinematographer: A. Viswanath
Editor: Dinesh Kumar
Art Director: Ramu Thangaraj
Executive Producer: Spoorthi Ketineni

“Audiences who watch ‘Doordarshini’ will feel like they’ve gone back to their hometowns”: Hero Suvikshit

A feel-good love entertainer based on a real-life incident, Doordarshini, stars Suvikshit and Geethika Ratan in the lead roles. The film carries the tagline “Kalipindi Iddarini.”

Directed by Karthikeya Kommi, the movie is produced by Jaya Shankar Reddy M and Patimeedi Santosh under the Varaha Movie Makers banner. Having completed all formalities, the film is set for release on May 15. On this occasion, hero Suvikshit shared several details about the film. Here are the highlights.

What is your background?
I am from Rayachoti in Kadapa district and I run a business. Since childhood, I’ve been passionate about cinema and inspired by films. Unexpectedly, I am now making my debut as a hero through this movie.

How did you get the opportunity to play the hero in this film?
Writer Narayana garu developed this story based on the life story of a beggar he met in Arunachalam. Initially, we planned to make this film with another hero. But since the story required a fresh face, and because of my interest, we felt I would suit the role well, so I ended up playing the protagonist. The teaser, songs, and trailer released recently have received a very positive response. We are confident the audience will support the film.

How did you prepare yourself for this role?
I too had experienced the kind of emotions portrayed in this story. Since the film is set in the 1990s, the lead character had to reflect the emotions people experienced during that era. I was one among those who lived through those moments, so I felt I could portray it naturally. I didn’t particularly “act” in this film — I simply behaved the way people did during that time.

Are you planning a grand release?
Initially, we thought of releasing the film in a limited number of theatres. But now, the film is gearing up for release in more than 250 theatres.

People say the hero and heroine die in the film. Why reveal that point?
The story is about how we still delivered a happy ending even after the hero and heroine die. It also explores how the old man reached Arunachalam and what happened in his life. That elderly character appears as the hero’s father in the film. Audiences will feel like they’ve revisited their own villages from the 1990s.

Why did you choose to act in the hero’s role yourself?
Almost everyone in this film is new. We wanted natural performances, so we cast fresh faces. If well-known artists had acted in it, audiences would see their popularity rather than the characters. That’s why we chose newcomers to preserve the film’s natural feel.

How was the working experience on this film?
Like every film, we too faced several challenges. But all the artists and technicians supported us immensely. Bringing the movie to the release stage itself feels like a big achievement for us. We strongly believe audiences will definitely support a good film. We took our time to ensure the best quality output without compromising.

We shot the film in natural locations around Yanam and Kakinada, recreating the atmosphere of the 1990s through detailed sets. We never compromised on quality.

Why did you choose a 1990s backdrop?
As we get used to city life, we are slowly forgetting our roots and native villages. Through this film, we wanted to take audiences back to those memories. Anyone who watches this movie will be reminded of their hometown.

You’re saying audiences will be given a handkerchief along with the movie ticket?
This film is extremely emotional. No one will be able to watch the emotional scenes without tears.

Will you continue as a hero?
Definitely. I would love to continue doing films with good stories.