The makers of The Rise of Ashoka have released a soulful romantic melody titled “Yedho Yedho”, adding another musical highlight to this ambitious project. The film features Sathish Ninasam in a powerful dual role as both lead actor and producer, marking a significant milestone in his career.
The Rise of Ashoka is jointly produced by Vardhan Hari, Jaishnavi, and Sathish Ninasam under the banners Vriddhi Creation and Sathish Picture House, and is directed by Vinod V. Dhondale. The film stars Sapthami Gowda, widely appreciated for her performances in Kantara and Thammudu, as the female lead opposite Sathish Ninasam.
Earlier, the film’s striking posters and the powerful song “Vinara Maadeva” received an encouraging response from audiences, creating strong anticipation around the project. Continuing this momentum, the team has now unveiled “Yedo Yedo”, a soothing duet that beautifully captures the romance, emotional bonding, and chemistry between the lead pair.
With the complete video song now released, viewers are treated to picturesque visuals, nuanced character moments, and glimpses into the emotional journey of the protagonists. Sathish Ninasam and Sapthami Gowda look charming together, with their on-screen chemistry, elegant dance movements, and stylish appearances seamlessly complementing the romantic mood of the song.
Penned by Jayachandra J.D., “Yedo Yedo” is rendered melodiously by Sai Charan and M.D. Pallavi. The music, composed by Poornachandra Tejaswi, is gentle, soulful, and instantly appealing. Santhu Master’s choreography stands out for its simplicity and grace, enhancing the song’s emotional connect. The song has been released in the audio market by Lahari Music.
The makers are currently focused on completing the remaining post-production work and are gearing up to bring The Rise of Ashoka to theatres soon.
Cast:
Sathish Ninasam, Sapthami Gowda, B. Suresh, Sampath, Maitreya, Gopal Krishna Deshpande, Yash Shetty, Jagappa, Ravishankar (Aarmug), Dragon Manju, and others.
Technical Crew:
Banners: Vriddhi Creation, Sathish Picture House Producers: Vardhan Hari, Jaishnavi, Sathish Ninasam Director: Vinod V. Dhondale DOP: Lavith Music Director: Poornachandra Tejaswi Art Directors: Hosmane Murthy, Janardhan Kukke Editor: Manu Shedgar PRO: Sai Satish
The web series “Anti-Aging Wife”, produced jointly by Thirlaka Srinivasa Rao and Thirlaka Balasubrahmanyam under the banner of Thirlaka Creations, has officially begun.
The muhurat ceremony was held at Narsingi, Hyderabad, in a pleasant and festive atmosphere. Film journalist and analyst Dheeraja Appaji attended the event as the chief guest and gave the ceremonial clap, extending his best wishes to the entire team.
Starring Balasubrahmanyam and Pushpa Anush as the lead pair, the series is being directed by Saikiran and Rathan Anil Krishna.
Speaking on the occasion, the makers revealed the core plot of the series: “A husband’s hilarious struggles when his wife looks just as young and beautiful fifteen years after marriage as she was on the wedding day.”
They assured that the series will be packed with hilarious entertainment and relatable fun. Apart from the lead actors, N. Suresh Kumar, Nayini Srinivasa Rao, C.H. Balaji, and Rathan Anil Krishna will be seen in important roles.
‘Bad Girlz’ is an entertainer directed by Phani Pradeep Dhulipudi, who has previously directed the successful ’30 Rojullo Preminchadam Ela’.
The film is being produced under the banners of Prashvitha Entertainment, Neeli Neeli Aakasam Creations, and NVL Creations. Anchal Gowda, Payal Chengappa, Roshini, Yashna, Rohan Surya, Moin and Rohan Surya are the main actors in ‘Bad Girlz’.
The tagline for the film, ‘Kani Chala Manchodlu’, contradicts with the title in an interesting way. Sasidhar Nalla, Emmadi Soma Narsaiah, Ramisetti Rambabu, and Ravula Ramesh are producing this film. The film is slated for release as a Christmas gift on December 25.
Maruthi, the star director of Prabhas’s upcoming film The Raja Saab, has released the theatrical trailer for this movie. Speaking on the occasion, the director said:
“The trailer is very good and looks very promising. Director Phani Pradeep Dhulipudi (Munna) is a long-time friend of mine; he is a gentle soul in the industry and possesses great musical knowledge. Everyone knows how big of a hit the song ‘Neeli Neeli Aakasham’ from his first film was. Now, he is coming before us with Bad Girlz.
He has attempted to convey a good message in a fresh way. Making a film with five new actresses and completing it without compromising on production values is a testament to his passion. While the title is Bad Girlz, the film itself is very positive.
The movie is releasing on December 25th, and everyone has worked very hard. Concept-based films like this, which give importance to women, must succeed.
This film is based on the concept of how today’s girls are, their way of thinking, and what they desire. Please watch it and support ‘Bad Girls’.”
Director Phani Pradeep Dhulipudi shared his excitement about the project, stating: “Our film is a complete entertainer. Imagine the hilarious energy of films like Jathi Ratnalu and MAD, but featuring girls in those roles—that is exactly what our movie is.
The film feels very new and fresh. Recently, director Buchi Babu Sana released our teaser, which received a fantastic response.
Now, the theatrical trailer has been launched by Maruthi, the director of the upcoming film The Raja Saab. After watching the trailer, he praised it highly.
We are releasing the film as a Christmas gift on December 25th. It is a solid entertainer with excellent music by Anup Rubens and lyrics for all songs penned by Oscar-winner Chandra Bose. Tracks like ‘Ila Choosukuntane’, ‘Lelo’, and the title song are already receiving great appreciation. Please watch it in theaters on December 25th.”
The prize distribution ceremony of the Ekagra International Open Rapid Chess Tournament held at the second hall of Hitex Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad was held with great pomp.
Iniyan from Chennai, who emerged as the winner of the tournament was awarded the first prize with prize money of Rs 5 lakh. Mitroba guha was awarded Rs 3 lakh as the second prize and Harikrishna was awarded Rs 1 lakh as the third prize.
The remaining amount, i.e. Rs 13 lakh 22 thousand 222, was distributed to the winners according to there various categories and rankings.
Speaking at the event as the chief guests, Varun Agarwal,and the tournament chairman Panasha Agarwal said that chess plays a very important role in developing concentration and intelligence in children.
She said that to excel in this sport, one has to practice hard and continuous effort is the way to success.
Organizing such an international level chess tournament in Hyderabad Congress leader Feroz Khan said it was a joy. He suggested that winning and losing are natural in the game, and that if you keep playing and moving forward, whether you win or lose, you will definitely succeed one day.
Speaking on the occasion, music director Anoop Rubens said that parents need to encourage the interest in children.
At the beginning of the program, the organizers specially praised twins Amaya Agarwal and Anay Agarwal from Hyderabad, who trained at Ekagra Academy and achieved the title of Candidate Master.
They honored them, stating that their academy has received special recognition through these twins. Academy Founder Director Sandeep Naidu said that his organization will soon organize international FIDE rated chess competitions and urged everyone to cooperate.
Film actor Gemini Suresh said that it was a pleasure to organize this tournament in Telangana with a huge prize money of Rs. 22,22,222 and that seeing this atmosphere, he had the idea of teaching chess to his children as well. He congratulated everyone who participated in these competitions.
Grandmasters Deepen, Sethuramen, international masters, coaches, Ekagra directors Chaitanya Naidu, Girish Reddy, and others participated in the program.
In Hyderabad, the charm of roadside shopping—from the Irani chai stalls of Charminar to the high-end boutiques of Jubilee Hills—is often overshadowed by a chaotic reality: a complete lack of parking. As the city expands, the conflict between commerce and commuters has reached a tipping point, turning arterial roads into bottlenecks.
The Core of the Crisis: Why Parking is Paralyzed The parking issue in Hyderabad’s commercial hubs is not just about a lack of space, it’s a structural failure. * Lack of Dedicated Setbacks: Many older commercial buildings in areas like Abids, Koti, and Himayatnagar were built before modern parking norms existed. They lack the mandatory 44% to 60% built-up area for parking, forcing visitors to use the main road. * Footpath Encroachments: Shopkeepers often extend their displays onto the pavement. This pushes pedestrians onto the road, which in turn forces vehicles to park further into the traffic lane. * The “Five-Minute” Fallacy: Customers often believe a “quick stop” for a snack or a small purchase won’t hurt. However, when hundreds do this simultaneously on stretches like Road No. 36 (Jubilee Hills) or Gachibowli, the cumulative effect is a total traffic gridlock.
Proposed and Active Solutions 1. Multi-Level Smart Parking (MLSP) The GHMC is moving toward vertical solutions. A prime example is the recently launched automated rotary-style parking at KBR Park, which can stack 72 cars in a space previously occupied by just a few. Similar projects are slated for 20 high-density zones across the city. 2. The “Smart Parking” App In late 2025, the government announced the launch of a dedicated integrated parking app. This allows motorists to: * Locate the nearest available legal parking spot. * Pre-book slots in commercial zones. * Pay digitally, reducing the time spent idling on the road while looking for space. 3. Strict Zoning & Mandatory Valet For newer “Hotspot” areas like Hitech City and Kondapur, the city is considering making “Contractual Valet” mandatory. Shops without parking space must lease nearby open plots and provide valet services to prevent customers from stopping on the carriageway.
The Road Ahead
The solution isn’t just more parking, it’s better discipline. While the government builds multi-level towers and launches apps, the long-term fix lies in “last-mile connectivity.” If the Hyderabad Metro and TSRTC buses become more accessible, the need to drive a private vehicle to a roadside shop diminishes significantly.
Hyderabad: Bael Tree Hotels, a prominent name in the city’s hospitality sector, has further expanded its services by launching a state-of-the-art kitchen facility. The new section was grandly inaugurated on Saturday morning by popular film actress and ‘Kumbhamela’ fame, Monalisa. Upon her arrival, the hotel management and staff accorded her a warm welcome. Following the traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony and the lighting of the lamp, Monalisa toured the new kitchen department. The hotel premises were packed with fans who gathered to catch a glimpse of the actress. International Standards and Personal Touches
Speaking after the inauguration, Monalisa expressed her delight:
I am very happy to see that the kitchen at Bael Tree Hotels is maintained with such cleanliness and international standards. I am confident that food lovers will enjoy wonderful flavors here. The hospitality and the overall vibe of this place are exceptional. In a delightful gesture, she personally inspected some dishes and even prepared coffee in the kitchen, much to the surprise and joy of everyone present. She also took a moment to appreciate the expertise of the chefs. The Spiritual Essence Behind Bael Tree
During the event, Raja Reddy, the Chairman of Bael Tree Hotels, shared the interesting spiritual backstory of the brand name and his devotion to Lord Shiva. The primary reason we named our hotel ‘Bael Tree’ is Lord Shiva. In Telugu, it is known as the Bilva Vruksham. The Bilva leaf is extremely dear to Lord Shiva. It is a matter of pride for us to name our institution after the tree of the ‘Tridalam Trigunakaram’ (the three-leafed Bilva). Lord Shiva is also the provider of food—the Annadata. We seek the blessings of Lord Vishweshwara and Kashi Annapurneshwari. He further added: We want every meal served to our customers to feel like Prasadam, providing them with complete satisfaction. I believe that the power to provide that fulfillment comes from Bholenath. While there are many commercial names available, choosing the Bael Tree brings a positive vibration. Every time we hear the name, we are reminded of Shiva. Our goal is for our guests to experience that same peace and sanctity.
Commitment to Quality Bapi Reddy, Co-owner of Bael Tree Hotels, emphasized that the new kitchen was designed with a focus on customer health and taste. The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances and follows strict sanitization protocols. He mentioned that specialized chefs have been appointed to serve South Indian, North Indian, and Continental cuisines, using fresh vegetables and high-quality ingredients to provide a “home-cooked” taste. The event concluded on a high note as Monalisa interacted warmly with her fans, waving to the crowd and posing for selfies. With its commitment to quality food and a spiritual foundation, Bael Tree Hotels is poised to become a favorite destination for food enthusiasts in the city.
Death becomes the starting point, not the end, in Dhandoraa, an upcoming rural drama produced by Ravindra Banerjee Muppaneni under the Loukya Entertainments banner and directed by Muralikant. Rooted in the social and cultural landscape of Telangana, the film positions itself as an idea-driven narrative that confronts caste, dignity, and human conscience through grounded storytelling. Designed as a raw yet emotionally charged cinematic experience, Dhandoraa places performance, dialogue, and lived realism at the centre of its vision, signalling the makers’ intent to deliver a film that resonates beyond conventional commercial frameworks.
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The trailer opens on a haunting image of a dead body being carried across villages, immediately establishing death as the film’s emotional and ideological trigger. An innocent question from a child about why his grandmother’s body must travel so far is met with the chilling line, “మన చావు పుట్టకలన్ని ఆ ఊరి అవతల రాసిండు రా దేవుడు,” quietly exposing the rigid social boundaries that govern the village. The visuals linger on faces, silences, and pauses, grounding the film in lived rural reality. What begins with everyday village movement and understated native humour gradually unfolds into a tense confrontation around dignity, belonging, and exclusion.
As the trailer progresses, the mood hardens and the conflict sharpens. Discussions around cremation escalate into outright rejection, pushing the body and the people attached to it to the margins. Intercut personal moments add emotional texture, while the background score intensifies and the edit tightens, culminating in the chant of “దండోరా… దండోరా,” transforming the narrative into a collective alarm. Powerful dialogues land with ideological force “చావు నుంచి అయిన తప్పించుకోవచ్చు కాని కులం నుంచి తప్పించుకోలేము,”“పెళ్లి దగ్గర, చావు దగ్గర… ఈ రెండిటి దగ్గరే కదా వీళ్ళ ఆట సాగేది,” and “మన బ్రతుకులు మారాలంటే మనకి కావాల్సింది ఒక్కటే… చదువు చదువు చదువు,” firmly positioning Dhandoraa as a film that confronts caste not as subtext, but as an inescapable reality shaping life and death.
The trailer culminates in a courtroom moment that distils the film’s core conflict with striking restraint. When a judge questions whether it took three years to recognise a mistake, Shivaji responds with a quiet smile and a line that lands with devastating clarity “కల్లు మత్తు కాదు కదా సార్… రాత్రి తాగింది పొద్దున్న దిగడానికి. కులం మత్తు… time పట్టింది.” The trailer ends on this unresolved yet ideologically sharp note, reinforcing the film’s moral urgency and emotional weight.
Music has played a key role in building Dhandoraa’s pre-release buzz. The first single “Pilla” introduced a softer, romantic emotional layer and emerged as a strong digital success, crossing 3.2 million views, with its hook step trending widely across social media platforms. This was followed by the release of the film’s title track, composed by Mark K. Robin, which marked a sharp tonal shift. Intense, raw, and confrontational, the title song functions as the ideological spine of the film. This musical momentum was earlier set in motion by the film’s teaser, which signalled its intent through grounded rural imagery and the striking line “చావు అనేది మనిషి ఇచ్చే ఆఖరి మర్యాద.”
With growing anticipation, Dhandoraa has generated strong pre-release traction across territories, reflecting solid trade confidence. The film’s Nizam rights have been acquired by Mythri Movies, while Prime Show is handling distribution across Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Ceeded regions. Overseas distribution is secured by Atharvana Bhadrakali Pictures, ensuring a wide international rollout, and the audio rights are with T-Series, strengthening the film’s musical footprint.
Dhandoraa is set for early overseas premieres starting December 23, 2025, across 200+ theatres in key international markets. The film will release IN CINEMAS WORLDWIDE on December 25, 2025, positioning itself as a bold, socially resonant year-end release crafted to spark conversation across regions and audiences.
