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From prison to assembly: Why Akhil Gogoi’s Sivasagar re-election is a litmus test for regionalism

From prison to assembly: Why Akhil Gogoi’s Sivasagar re-election is a litmus test for regionalism

Raijor Dal founder and sitting MLA Akhil Gogoi is contesting the 2026 Assam Assembly elections from his home constituency of Sivasagar (Sibsagar). Often referred to as the “Son of the Soil,” Gogoi is a leading voice for regionalism and indigenous rights, heading the Raijor Dal as part of the broader opposition alliance aiming to challenge the ruling BJP’s decade-long dominance. Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi stages a protest on the first day of the four days long Budget (Vote on Account) Session 2026 of the Assam Legislative Assembly (ALA) at ALA premises, in Guwahati on Monday. (Pitamber Newar) ALSO READ People’s MLA vs ‘The System’: why all eyes are on Raijor Dal’s Akhil Gogoi in Assam assembly election 2026 Gogoi’s 2026 campaign is built on his legacy as a firebrand activist. Since winning his first election in 2021 while still in judicial custody, he has transformed Sivasagar into a bastion of anti-CAA sentiment and grassroots resistance. In this election, he has framed the contest as a battle for the “survival of Assamese identity,” frequently highlighting issues …

BFF Ram Charan and Akhil to Turn BO Rivals? Peddi Vs Lenin Clash Looks Inevitable

BFF Ram Charan and Akhil to Turn BO Rivals? Peddi Vs Lenin Clash Looks Inevitable

Director Buchi Babu Sana recently locked June 25 as the release date for Ram Charan’s Peddi, a period action drama co-starring Janhvi Kapoor. The move ended hopes of an early June release and has now placed Akhil Akkineni’s Lenin (featuring Meenakshi Chaudhary as the leading lady ) in a tricky situation, as the film is already slated for June 26. Both films are aiming at a wide release. Akkineni Nagarjuna, one of the producers of Lenin, appears unfazed by the competition. The actor recently watched the first cut of his son’s rural romantic action entertainer and expressed immense confidence on social media. “I say this with confidence and pride… you are about to witness a new AKHIL on June 26, 2026. Mark the date,” he wrote, effectively reaffirming the planned release despite the looming clash. watched the first cut of our film LENIN last night.I say this with confidence and pride… you are about to witness a new AKHIL on June 26 2026.mark the date!!!see you in the theatres🔥 — Nagarjuna Akkineni (@iamnagarjuna) April …

‘Witness a new Akhil Akkineni’: Nagarjuna’s 11-word review of Lenin sets up June 26 release | Telugu News

‘Witness a new Akhil Akkineni’: Nagarjuna’s 11-word review of Lenin sets up June 26 release | Telugu News

3 min readHyderabadApr 29, 2026 04:39 PM IST There was no trailer, no press conference and no grand event. Just a post on X, 11 words of confidence from Akhil Akkineni’s father, Nagarjuna, who had just spent a night watching his son’s upcoming film Lenin for the first time. Nagarjuna wrote on Wednesday: “Watched the first cut of our film Lenin last night. I say this with confidence and pride… you are about to witness a new AKHIL on June 26 2026. mark the date!!! see you in the theatres.” watched the first cut of our film LENIN last night.I say this with confidence and pride… you are about to witness a new AKHIL on June 26 2026.mark the date!!!see you in the theatres🔥 — Nagarjuna Akkineni (@iamnagarjuna) April 29, 2026 The film and what it carries Lenin is directed by Murali Kishor Abburu and produced by Nagarjuna and Suryadevara Naga Vamsi under Manam Enterprises LLP and Sithara Entertainments, and presented by Annapurna Studios. Bhagyashri Borse stars as the female lead, with music by Thaman …

Proud Nagarjuna shares 1st review of son Akhil Akkineni’s upcoming film Lenin; internet doubtful about ‘re-re launch’

Proud Nagarjuna shares 1st review of son Akhil Akkineni’s upcoming film Lenin; internet doubtful about ‘re-re launch’

Actor Akhil Akkineni is making a comeback after three years with Lenin, his last film was the 2023 flop Agent. His father, actor Nagarjuna, saw the film’s first cut and praised his son in his review. The internet, however, remains sceptical of this ‘ re-re-launch’. Nagarjuna was all praise for Akhil Akkineni after watching Lenin. Nagarjuna reviews Akhil Akkineni’s Lenin Nagarjuna revealed on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday that he watched the first cut of Akhil’s Lenin. He claimed that the audience will see a new side of his son in the film. He also doubled down on the film’s June 26 release date, even as Ram Charan’s Peddi is rumoured to be released on June 25 after its postponements. Nagarjuna wrote, “watched the first cut of our film LENIN last night. I say this with confidence and pride… you are about to witness a new AKHIL on June 26 2026. mark the date!!! see you in the theatres.” Internet reacts with scepticism The internet, however, remained sceptical about Lenin being as good as Nagarjuna …

Lenin: Nagarjuna confirms June 26, 2026 release for Akhil Akkineni’s actioner, to clash with Ram Charan’s Peddi

Lenin: Nagarjuna confirms June 26, 2026 release for Akhil Akkineni’s actioner, to clash with Ram Charan’s Peddi

After a brief hiatus, Akhil Akkineni is returning to the big screen with an action entertainer everyone’s excited about. The Murali Kishor Abburu directorial has highly impressed Akhil’s father Nagarjuna. Hence, the South star heaped praise on the actioner, stating that he watched Lenin with “confidence and pride.” On his social media handle, the superstar also mentioned that the movie is hitting cinemas on June 26, 2026. Read on! Nagarjuna reveals release date for Akhil Akkineni’s Lenin The anticipation around Akhil Akkineni’s Lenin is at an all-time high. Adding to the excitement, Nagarjuna Akkineni dropped a major update about director Murali Kishor Abburu’s upcoming movie. The veteran superstar took to his handle on X (formerly Twitter) to share high-octane information that has sent fans into a frenzy. After watching the first cut of the movie, the proud father didn’t hold back his emotions. Nagarjuna confirmed that the mass entertainer is officially locked and loaded for a grand theatrical release on June 26, 2026. In his tweet, the senior actor mentioned, “Watched the first cut of …

Akhil Akkineni’s Lenin postpones release to June 26, 2026; avoids box office clash with Ram Charan’s Peddi

Akhil Akkineni’s Lenin postpones release to June 26, 2026; avoids box office clash with Ram Charan’s Peddi

After the box office debacle of Agent, Akhil Akkineni is all set to hit the big screens once again with the film Lenin. The gritty rural action entertainer was initially announced to release in theaters on May 1, 2026, but it now appears that the makers have decided to postpone it to June 26, 2026, avoiding a box office clash with Ram Charan’s Peddi. Akhil Akkineni’s Lenin skips release to June 26, 2026 Taking to their official social media handle, the makers, Annapurna Studios, shared an official note about the film’s postponement. The makers wrote, “The release of Lenin, which was originally scheduled for May 1st, will now be postponed. With our dearest Mega Power Star Ram Charan’s Peddi arriving on April 30th, we believe it is the right time to celebrate cinema together in a positive and healthy environment. We all know the bond Ram Charan garu shares with Akhil garu and how he has always been a constant well-wisher. This decision comes with utmost respect and regard.” The team added, “LENIN WILL ARRIVE …

Akhil Gogoi hints Raijor Dal may go solo in Assam polls

Akhil Gogoi hints Raijor Dal may go solo in Assam polls

The Raijor Dal, headed by Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi, released its first list of 11 candidates a day after Congress released its first list of 42 candidates on March 3, ahead of the Assam Assembly election. | Photo Credit: ANI Hours after the Congress and three other parties announced their pre-poll alliance on Friday (March 6, 2026), Raijor Dal president and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi indicated that his regional party would contest the upcoming Assembly elections alone. Taking to social media, he posted a three-word cryptic sentence in Assamese that translates to “The final attempt failed, too.” The message is being interpreted as a reference to the failure of his efforts to strike an equitable seat-sharing deal with the Congress. This was Mr Gogoi’s second signal to Congress that he wanted his “pound of flesh” in the seat-sharing arrangement.  His party released its first list of 11 candidates a day after Congress released its first list of 42 candidates on March 3. Among the constituencies in the Raijor Dal list is Margherita, where the Congress has …

Akhil Marar, television personality, joins Twenty20

Akhil Marar, television personality, joins Twenty20

Malayalam television personality and filmmaker Akhil Marar joined Twenty20, an ally of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), here on Thursday (Februaru 19, 2026). Sabu M. Jacob, president of the party, said that he would contest as the candidate of Twenty20 in the forthcoming Assembly election. The constituency will be decided after talks with the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), he added. Published – February 19, 2026 09:28 pm IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Akhil Akkineni Starrer Lenin Release Postponed? New Poster Sparks Buzz | Telugu Cinema News

Akhil Akkineni Starrer Lenin Release Postponed? New Poster Sparks Buzz | Telugu Cinema News

Last Updated:February 15, 2026, 13:14 IST The makers of director Murali Kishor Abburu’s eagerly awaited film ‘Lenin’, featuring actors Akhil Akkineni and Bhagyashri Borse in the lead Akhil Akkineni Starrer Lenin Release Postponed? New Poster Sparks Buzz Speculation is rife around Akhil Akkineni’s much-awaited film Lenin after its release date was noticeably missing from the latest poster. This has sparked conversations among fans, with many wondering if the film’s release has been postponed. The film was scheduled to release on May 1. Makers have shared the new poster on Valentine’s day. But what grabbed attention was the missing release date. Fans immediately speculated that the action drama has once again postponed release. Earlier, 123 Telugu mentioned in its report that the team announced that Lenin will be released on May 1, 2026. But, looks like the film might get postponed, as Ram Charan’s much-anticipated Peddi is set to release on April 30, 2026. Take a look here: Bhagyashri Borse Plays Bharathi In ‘Lenin’, FIRST Look Out The makers of director Murali Kishor Abburu’s eagerly awaited …

Is Sarvam Maya inspired by a true story? Akhil Sathyan REVEALS…

Is Sarvam Maya inspired by a true story? Akhil Sathyan REVEALS…

Is Sarvam Maya inspired by a true story? Akhil Sathyan REVEALS… There are questions on many viewers’ minds is whether Sarvam Maya is inspired by a true story. The film’s director, Akhil Sathyan, recently revealed this in an interview. Read on to know more. The Malayalam horror-fantasy film Sarvam Maya is currently making waves. The film has completed its theatrical run and is now available for streaming on an OTT platform. The film has generated a worldwide revenue of Rs 149.07 crore with a production cost of approximately Rs 30 crore. The film which features Nivin Pauly, Riya Shibu, Vineeth and Methil Devika was released in theaters on December 25 2025. Sarvam Maya is currently available for streaming on Jio Hotstar and viewers are responding positively to the show. Is Sarvam Maya a real-life story? Meanwhile, the question on many viewers’ minds is whether Sarvam Maya is inspired by a true story. The film’s director, Akhil Sathyan, recently revealed this in an interview with OTTplay. He stated that a crucial …