P. Bharat Bhushan, who has been appointed as the Chairman of the Andhra Pradesh State Film, TV & Theatre Development Corporation (APFDC), recently met Padma Bhushan Nandamuri Balakrishna. On this occasion, Balakrishna congratulated Bharat Bhushan on his new responsibility and advised him to work towards the development of the film, television, and theatre sectors in Andhra Pradesh while bringing everyone together for the growth of the industry.
With a deep passion for cinema, Bharat Bhushan has been actively involved in film distribution for over two decades, delivering several successful films to audiences. He also established Bharat Infra, a company that has created employment opportunities for many people. As the President of the Telugu Film Chamber, Bharat Bhushan earned recognition for effectively representing the industry before the government and resolving issues ranging from small-scale industry concerns to workers’ welfare matters.
Known for his proactive approach, Bharat Bhushan has consistently supported workers, distributors, and producers by taking necessary legal and administrative initiatives whenever challenges arose. He was also elected as the Vice President of the Film Federation of India, further strengthening his stature in the Indian film industry.
The Andhra Pradesh Government’s decision to appoint P. Bharat Bhushan as the Chairman of the Andhra Pradesh State Film, TV & Theatre Development Corporation has been widely welcomed by members of the industry. With the government focusing on the growth and development of cinema, television, and theatre sectors in the state, Bharat Bhushan has now been entrusted with the responsibility of leading the corporation towards greater progress and development.
With the grand vision of elevating the Telugu film industry to an international pedestal, the high-tech project ‘TheMANITY.in’ is all set to commence. Director BS Rao is preparing to deliver a visual wonder never before seen in the history of Indian cinema. Aiming beyond the usual hundreds of crores, this project is being designed with a staggering multi-thousand-crore box office target in mind.
Breaking Records with IMAX 8K Technology
Drawing from his extensive expertise in the VFX industry, BS Rao has made the ambitious decision to shoot the film in IMAX 8K format—a first for Tollywood. While this format is usually reserved for elite Hollywood productions, I want to introduce it here to give our audience an unprecedented theatrical experience. My goal is to craft every frame into a piece of visual poetry,” the director stated.
The Concept: “Manity” vs. Neglected Humanity
The director revealed that the film explores a unique philosophical core: What does ‘MANITY’ do when ‘Humanity’ fails? * The Tagline: “When humanity is neglected… Manity arises.
The Plot: The story is a blend of science fiction and social elements, focusing on how nature or an invisible force reacts when human values erode. It is designed to be a thought-provoking thriller that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.
A Bold Challenge to the Status Quo
BS Rao noted that while a visionary like SS Rajamouli took years to move toward the IMAX format, he is determined to achieve IMAX 8K standards with his very debut. He challenged that with technical prowess, Hollywood-level output is entirely possible with Tollywood stars, promising that this isn’t just talk—it will be seen on the big screen.
Key Highlights of the Project Star Power: The Director has already initiated talks with two major superstars one is from Bollywood and an another one is from Tollywood. He noted that the script is a “career milestone” and can be adapted to suit any star hero who comes on board. Visual Scope: The first-look posters have already gone viral, featuring a cosmic blend of Space, Cityscapes, Forests, and Oceans, hinting at the massive scale of the film. Universal Appeal: The makers are confident that the characterizations will fascinate children and the youth. They believe that any film that captures the imagination of children becomes a universal hit.
Global Business: Trade experts predict the film has the potential for thousands of crores in business. The plan is to release the film globally in all major international languages.
Current Status
The project is currently in the pre-production phase, with rigorous technical tests being conducted before the shoot begins. BS Rao mentioned that he is conducting workshops to ensure his technicians work on par with Hollywood standards. The full details of the cast and crew will be officially announced very soon.
‘TheMANITY.in’ is being hailed as the project that will carry the torch of Telugu cinema’s pride across international borders, marking a new chapter in cinematic history.
After emerging as a successful entertainer in theatres, Barabar Premistha is now making impressive waves in the OTT space as well. Starring Attitude Star Chandrahass in the lead role, the youthful romantic entertainer has become one of the top trending movies on Amazon Prime Video, receiving a thumping response from digital audiences across regions.
Directed by Sampath Rudra, the film blends romance, emotions, comedy, and drama in an engaging manner. Chandrahass energetic screen presence and lively performance have turned out to be one of the major highlights of the movie, with viewers appreciating the actor’s effortless charm and entertaining portrayal.
Miss India finalist Meghana Mukherjee played the female lead and impressed with her graceful performance and chemistry with Chandrahass. Meanwhile, Arjun Mahi, known for Ishtanga, delivered a solid act in the antagonist’s role, adding intensity to the narrative.
The film was presented by Kakarla Satyanarayana and produced under the banners of CC Creations and AVR Movie Wonders by Geda Chandu, Gayathri Chinni, and AVR. Following its positive theatrical reception, the movie’s successful OTT run is further boosting its popularity among family audiences and youth.
Apart from the lead cast, the movie also features notable performances by Muralidhar Goud, Lakshman Meesala, Madhunandan, Abhay Naveen, Rajashekar Aningi, Dr. Bhatini, Keerthilatha Goud, and Sunitha Manohar in pivotal roles.
The story was penned by MA Tirupathi, while the dialogues were written by Ramesh Rai. The film’s visuals were handled by cinematographer YR Shekar, with music composed by RR Dhruvan. Editing was taken care of by Bonthala Nageswara Reddy, whose crisp work added pace and energy to the film’s narration.
Star hero Vijay Deverakonda is starring in the highly anticipated film “Rowdy Janardhana,” being produced under the prestigious banner of Sri Venkateswara Creations. Renowned producers Dil Raju and Shirish are backing the project, while talented young director Ravi Kiran Kola is helming the film. “Rowdy Janardhana” is being made as a grand pan-India rural action drama.
On the occasion of Vijay Deverakonda’s birthday today, the makers released a special birthday poster wishing the actor. In the poster, Vijay is seen drenched in the rain, holding a pistol, in an intense and striking look. Another intriguing element is actress Keerthy Suresh placing her foot on Vijay’s chest, hinting at an interesting dynamic between the lead pair. The poster effectively establishes both the action-packed and romantic angles of the film.
Along with Vijay’s fans, movie lovers are eagerly waiting to experience “Rowdy Janardhana” on the silver screen. The film is gearing up for a grand worldwide theatrical release this December.
Cast: Vijay Deverakonda, Keerthy Suresh, and others.
Technical Team: Production Designer: Dino Shankar Director of Photography: Anand C. Chandran Banner: Sri Venkateswara Creations Producers: Dil Raju, Shirish PRO: GSK Media (Suresh – Sreenivas) Story & Direction: Ravi Kiran Kola
As both a star and a person, Vijay Deverakonda’s journey has always been special. The massive pan-India films he continues to announce one after another are surprising everyone. Usually, a hero’s next film depends on the box office success and performance of the previous one. But Vijay’s lineup clearly shows that his craze and stardom have reached a level that cannot be shaken by either success or failure. Films like Rowdy Janardhan, Ranabali, Shouryuv’s project, and the new Vyra banner film prove that Vijay’s star power and range remain unchanged. He is not only growing as a star but is also taking Telugu cinema to greater heights through his charisma and appeal.
Producers trust Vijay’s stardom, theatrical pull, and stamina at the box office. Directors strongly believe that he can bring life to the characters they imagine and portray them convincingly. That is why such versatile and large-scale films are being announced with him. Vijay’s passion and dedication, where he completely owns a film from the script stage and works tirelessly for it, give filmmakers immense confidence. Everyone knows Vijay’s career journey. Most movie lovers have at least 90 percent of his filmography among their favorite films. Winning the love and admiration of pan-India audiences in such a short time is Vijay’s uniqueness. Pelli Choopulu laid a strong foundation for his career, while Arjun Reddy made him the talk of pan-India cinema. Even Bollywood stars appreciated his performance openly and called him their favorite actor. The fire within Vijay, his dedication, and his unwavering focus are what established him as a star.
Taxiwaala gave Vijay another major success, while Geetha Govindam became the first hundred-crore film of his career. As a wholesome family entertainer, Geetha Govindam remains one of the most special films in his journey. Kushi and Family Star brought Vijay even closer to family audiences. In Kalki, Vijay impressed audiences with his appearance as Arjuna. Even though it was a cameo role, his glimpses and screenshots went viral on social media. Many people praised him, saying that if anyone makes a Mahabharata film in the future, Vijay Deverakonda would be perfect as Arjuna. Kingdom presented Vijay in an entirely new avatar on screen.
During the COVID period, Vijay started the Middle Class Fund through the Deverakonda Foundation and provided essentials and financial assistance to poor and middle-class families. He also organized training programs to create employment opportunities for youth. Through “DevaraSanta,” he sends some of his fans on sponsored tours every year. On his birthdays, Vijay arranges ice cream trucks across various parts of the city. During the release of Kushi, he selected one hundred audience members and gave financial assistance of one lakh rupees each to their families, contributing a total of one crore rupees.
Vijay deeply values his fans, who support and encourage him in every situation. Whenever he notices something related to his admirers on social media, he makes it a point to respond personally. Recently, when a little girl posted online saying Vijay had not invited her to his wedding, he invited her home, personally served her food, and gifted her photographs. No matter where his fans are or what problems they face, Vijay responds immediately, which reflects his humanity and compassion. Apart from acting, Vijay is also passionate about business. He successfully established “Rwdy Wear” as a popular brand and proved himself to be a talented businessman. Through ventures like the Asian Vijay Multiplex and restaurant businesses, he continues to expand into multiple business platforms with great passion.
Recently, Vijay entered married life by tying the knot with his close friend and co-star Rashmika. Their wedding attracted nationwide media attention. Every detail related to the “Virush” wedding became viral on social media. Along with blessings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, several celebrities from cinema, politics, sports, and business, as well as fans from different states, showered the couple with heartfelt wishes. On the occasion of their wedding, Vijay and Rashmika organized food donation programs and distributed sweets at selected temples across the country.
Vijay is deeply attached to his roots. His hometown is Thummanpet village in Balmur mandal of Nagarkurnool district. After their wedding, Vijay and Rashmika visited the village and received blessings from the local people. Vijay also announced scholarships for students studying in 9th and 10th classes at the government school in Thummanpet who secure first and second ranks. He further stated that from the next academic year onward, these scholarships would be extended to students in 44 schools across the Achampet division. This charitable initiative received widespread appreciation.
The three massive pan-India films currently in Vijay’s lineup indicate the level he is set to reach in the near future. Rowdy Janardhan, directed by Ravikiran Kola and produced by Dil Raju and Shirish, is expected to showcase Vijay’s mass appeal like never before. The glimpses released so far have already created huge buzz, and the film is scheduled for release in December.
Similarly, Ranabali, directed by Rahul Sankrityan and produced by Mythri Movie Makers and T-Series, is gaining immense anticipation across languages. The title glimpse and the song “Yendayya Saami” have gone viral. Vijay and Rashmika’s pairing in Ranabali is once again expected to entertain audiences, and the film is set for release on September 11.
The recently announced film under Shouryuv and the Vyra banner is being seen as another step forward for Indian cinema. The project is notable for featuring top Hollywood technicians. Comparisons are already being drawn between this film and prestigious movies like Varanasi and Raaka.
All of this has been achieved by Vijay Deverakonda within just fifteen years in the industry, entering as an outsider with no background support. Wishing this birthday becomes even more special for Vijay Deverakonda. Let us all wish him a very happy birthday.
After delivering successful Telugu films like Mallepoovu, Mental Krishna, and Kalavaramaaye Madilo, producer Mohan Vadlapatla steps into the director’s chair with M4M (Motive For Murder). Starring American actress Jo Sharma in the lead role, this suspense thriller was released worldwide on May 8. Having already won more than 15 awards at international film festivals, let’s see how this intriguing thriller fares.
Story:
A terrifying serial killer throws the city of Hyderabad into panic. What makes these murders even more horrifying is the killer’s unique signature — he decorates every crime scene to resemble famous paintings. ACP Krishna (Sambith Acharya) and investigative journalist Radha (Jo Sharma) begin separate investigations into these brutal killings. While the killer continues challenging the police through mysterious voice messages, Krishna and Radha try to uncover the real motive behind the murders. The rest of the story revolves around how they solve this chilling mystery.
Analysis:
The film keeps the audience engaged with edge-of-the-seat suspense throughout. Unlike regular crime thrillers, the idea of recreating famous paintings using murder victims gives the movie a fresh and disturbing identity. Sequences inspired by artworks like Lovers-II elevate the tension and curiosity.
The concept itself feels highly original — after committing murders, the killer arranges the bodies in the style of iconic paintings by legendary artists like Raja Ravi Varma and Picasso. Such a narrative style is rarely seen in thrillers. Every scene is gripping and designed to maintain suspense till the very end.
Performances:
Jo Sharma delivers a convincing performance as investigative journalist Radha and emerges as the main pillar of the film. Her body language, dialogue delivery, and screen presence are impressive throughout. Sambith Acharya perfectly fits the role of ACP Krishna and delivers a solid performance. Senior actors Subhalekha Sudhakar and Satya Krishna bring depth and authenticity to their characters. The supporting cast also performs well within the scope of the story.
Technical Departments:
Director Mohan Vadlapatla, known earlier for films like Mental Krishna and Kalavaramaaye Madilo, presents this thriller with a realistic approach and minimal cinematic exaggeration. Vasanth Isai Pettai’s background score effectively enhances the suspense and elevates the tension to the next level.
Cinematography is another major highlight. Santosh Shanamoni beautifully captures the dark and thrilling atmosphere of the city using the advanced Red V-Raptor camera.
Mohan Vadlapatla succeeds in presenting a suspense thriller with a truly unique narrative style. The murder mystery unfolds with multiple twists and engaging moments. With no unnecessary scenes, the screenplay remains consistently gripping.
Highlights:
The twists towards the climax and the killer’s shocking motive leave the audience surprised. Another major strength of the film is its fast-paced screenplay that never allows boredom to creep in.
A crucial turning point in the story revolves around the banning of the book M4M, written by Vasudev, and its mysterious connection to the killer. The “Who is the Killer?” song featured towards the end adds energy and excitement after an intense suspense-filled journey.
Verdict:
For lovers of suspense thrillers and murder mysteries, M4M turns out to be an engaging cinematic experience. Its unique plot, gripping screenplay, and psychological tension make it stand apart from regular thrillers. The film successfully keeps audiences invested till the final reveal and works as an effective edge-of-the-seat thriller.
India’s roads are among the busiest and most diverse in the world. From expressways and national highways to narrow village roads, traffic includes cars, buses, trucks, two-wheelers, bicycles, auto-rickshaws, tractors, and pedestrians — often sharing the same space. In such a complex environment, one of the most important yet misunderstood safety concepts is relative speed driving.
What Is Relative Speed?
Relative speed refers to the speed of a vehicle in comparison to other vehicles and road users around it — not just the number shown on the speedometer.
For example:
Driving at 70 km/h may be safe on an open highway where most vehicles are moving at similar speeds.
The same 70 km/h becomes dangerous if surrounding vehicles are moving at 40–50 km/h.
Even 40 km/h can be risky in a crowded market area where pedestrians and cyclists move unpredictably.
In short, safety depends not only on absolute speed but also on how well a driver’s speed matches traffic flow and road conditions.
Why Relative Speed Matters on Indian Roads
1. Mixed Traffic Conditions
Indian roads often lack strict lane discipline. A highway may simultaneously carry:
Fast-moving cars
Slow trucks
Two-wheelers
Pedestrians crossing unexpectedly
When the speed difference between vehicles is high, the risk of collision increases. Faster vehicles must frequently brake or change lanes, leading to sudden maneuvers and potential crashes.
2. Crash Severity Increases With Speed Differences
The greater the difference in speed between two vehicles, the more severe the impact in a collision. Physics plays a simple role: higher speed differences mean more energy released during impact, increasing injury severity and fatality risk.
For instance:
A car hitting a two-wheeler at a large speed difference often results in serious injuries.
On highways, high-speed rear-end collisions are commonly linked to vehicles moving much faster than surrounding traffic.
3. Reaction Time and Stopping Distance
As speed increases:
Reaction distance increases (distance traveled before braking begins).
Braking distance increases significantly.
On Indian roads, where sudden obstacles such as animals, pedestrians, potholes, or stalled vehicles are common, high relative speed leaves little time to react safely.
The Role of Speed Limits in Managing Relative Speed
Speed limits are designed to regulate overall traffic flow and reduce extreme speed differences. When most drivers follow posted limits:
Traffic moves more uniformly.
Overtaking maneuvers reduce.
Collision risk decreases.
Severity of crashes reduces.
In areas where enforcement is strong — such as stretches monitored by speed cameras — average speeds tend to stabilize, leading to fewer serious crashes.
How Effective Is Relative Speed Control in Improving Road Safety?
Relative speed control is highly effective when combined with:
1. Strict Enforcement Automated speed detection systems and consistent fines discourage overspeeding.
3. Public Awareness Drivers who understand that “driving with the flow” is safer than driving much faster than others are more likely to adopt safer habits.
4. Lane Discipline Promotion Dedicated lanes for slow-moving vehicles and heavy trucks help minimize risky speed differences.
Where these measures are implemented, fatal crash rates tend to decrease because both the likelihood and severity of collisions reduce.
Challenges in India
Despite its importance, managing relative speed in India faces several challenges:
Weak enforcement in rural areas
Poor road infrastructure in many regions
Overconfidence and risk-taking behavior among drivers
Inadequate driver training
These factors allow large speed variations to persist, increasing accident risks.
Conclusion
Relative speed driving is a critical but often overlooked factor in road safety on Indian roads. It is not just how fast you drive, but how fast you drive compared to others that determines safety.
Maintaining speed harmony with surrounding traffic, respecting posted speed limits, and adjusting speed based on road conditions can significantly reduce accidents and save lives. Effective speed management, combined with better infrastructure and awareness, can transform India’s road safety landscape.
Ultimately, safer roads begin with responsible speed choices — not just speed control, but smart speed control.
The raw and rustic entertainer Anakapalli is being produced by Kandregula Naidu and Thrinadha Rao Nakkina under the banners of Bhavya Sri Movie Makers and Nakkina Narratives. Directed by Khagesh Tammineni, the film stars Vikram Sahidev and Sandhya Vasishta in the lead roles, while Kandregula Kumar Raja serves as the co-producer. Apart from providing the story and screenplay, Thrinadha Rao Nakkina also plays an important role in the film. The teaser and previously released songs have already raised strong expectations among audiences.
The makers have now unveiled a sizzling mass song titled “Labbaru Bomma.” The energetic item song is packed with vibrant visuals and catchy beats. Tarak Ponnappa impresses with his electrifying dance moves, while Nandini Rai captivates with her glamorous presence. The entertaining lyrics penned by Rambabu Gosala, combined with the addictive tune composed by Devzand, make the song instantly appealing. Vocals by Sri Krishna and Sahithi Chaganti add further charm to the track. Choreographed by Yash Master, the song stands out as a complete mass entertainer.
Earlier, the song “Ammoru Diginadhi” became a trending hit on YouTube, and now “Labbaru Bomma” is also expected to emerge as a chartbuster.
The film’s cinematography is handled by Maaya V, while Srikrishna Attaluri serves as the editor. Dialogues are written by Uday Bhagavatula.
Packed with action sequences aimed at mass audiences, an engaging love track for the youth, and emotional moments that connect with family audiences, Anakapalli is gearing up to entertain viewers shortly in the theatres with an official announcement from the makers.
Technical Crew:
Banner: Bhavya Sri Movie Makers & Nakkina Narratives Producers: Kandregula Naidu & Thrinadha Rao Nakkina Co-Producer: Kandregula Kumar Raja Story & Screenplay: Thrinadha Rao Nakkina Director: Khagesh Tammineni DOP: Maaya V Music: Davzand Editor: Srikrishna Attaluri Executive Producer: Setramaraju Mallela Dialogues: Uday Bhagavathula Production Designer: Raghu Kulakarni Choreography: Sekhar VJ, Yash Master, Jitthu Master Costume Designer: Surya Koyya Lyricists: Anantha Sriram, KK, Ganesh Saladi, Rambabu Goshala, Teja Gorle Additional Songs: V. Kiran Kumara Co-Director: Ramesh Babu Yepati Sound Effects: Hemanth DI: Red Ochre Colorist: M. Raju Reddy Line Producer: NVSS Suresh Production Controller: Chandu Desetti PRO: Sai Satish Marketing: Star Circle
Star cast : Ravi Babu, Tanish,Inaya Sulthana,Baby Tejal Vikyathi,Banerjee
Genre : Action Thriller
Banner : Flying frogs production
Director & Producer: Ravi Babu.
Release date: May 8th 2026
Coming to the story the film gets into the plot straight, the home minister Kanakaraju killing C.M in his house by switching off CCTV’s with the help of his sons.As the home minister feels the C.M as a hurdle in the party for him to become the next C.M.
They make C.M death look like an accident, but while watching the recorded CCTV footage they see Tanish in the next plot who is a CCTV company owner and one of his cameras records the evidence of C.M death.
In the process of collecting and erasing the evidence Home minister sons kill Tanish and his wife in his house, and baby Tejal becomes the witness of the incident.Ravibabu who is a pet groomer happens to visit Tanish house at that time rescues the baby.
The rest of the story is how Ravibabu with the help of the baby and his team tries to collect the evidence left by Tanish and how the home minister and his sons are brought to justice.
It’s a Ravibabu show all the way , the action sequences are top notch and gruesome, complimentary sets amplified that impact.
It’s all about using technology like hacking, using drones in the cat and mouse game between Ravibabu and villian gang.In the flashback it’s revealed Ravibabu is a trained and accomplished military officer to justify is macho one man army action performances in decimating Home minister gangs.
The collection of video footage evidence left by Tanish using the clues left by him was interesting, in this current age of advanced technology and security using public computers at will looked silly and also using podupu kathalu as clues to collect video evidence was absurd.
Except Ravibabu, Tanish and Banerjee rest of the cast are all newcomers and they did a decent job.Especially home minister Kankaraju(Chowdhary) his performance was top notch.
The film followed a typical Hollywood action thrillers template popular in 90’s where a protagonist who is an ex military officer accidentally gets entangled in a rescue, survival mission to protect the witness and outwit the villian gang.
