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Rana Daggubati returned advances for films signed before health issue as he was no longer the ‘hot guy’

Rana Daggubati returned advances for films signed before health issue as he was no longer the ‘hot guy’

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Following the success of Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, Rana Daggubati suffered from kidney failure and heart-related issues. He took a break from acting and underwent a transplant in the US before returning to India and resuming work. On Rhea Chakraborty’s podcast, Chapter 2, Rana spoke about how he returned advances for films he signed before his health issues, as he was no longer the ‘hot guy’. Rana Daggubati has been candid about his health issue that required him to get surgeries in the US. Rana Daggubati on returning advances for films Rhea remarked on the podcast that Rana was always ‘this hot guy from Hyderabad’ who was working in Bollywood before his health scare. When asked how he coped with the change in his appearance, Rana remarked that his initial focus was solely on staying alive, above all else. But after a year of eating and living right in the US, he realised he no longer looked the same. “I had a bunch of films I was supposed to do. There was a story of …

CBFC chief Prasoon Joshi claims AI ‘not challenge, but opportunity for India’; Rana Daggubati says it will ‘replace us quickly’ | Bollywood News

CBFC chief Prasoon Joshi claims AI ‘not challenge, but opportunity for India’; Rana Daggubati says it will ‘replace us quickly’ | Bollywood News

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4 min readKochiFeb 16, 2026 07:02 PM IST At a time when employees worldwide, irrespective of the sector they work in, are in a state of jitters, concerned about whether and how Artificial Intelligence (AI) will affect their jobs, renowned lyricist Prasoon Joshi, who also serves as the chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), has stated that AI will open doors to significant opportunities for the country. He also mentioned that India is the ideal place to foster discussions around AI and its impact on human civilisation in the years to come. While participating in the AI Summit 2026 in New Delhi, he told news agency PTI, “It is not a challenge, but an opportunity for India, mainly since it is a matter of global concern. The current discussions are around AI and its impact on the future of human civilisation. There’s no better place than India to discuss such fundamental topics, as the country has a long tradition of deep philosophical thinking.” Also Read | She won a National Award at …

Venkatesh Daggubati, Fahadh Faasil starrer on cards? Anil Ravipudi’s next film likely to release on Sankranti 2027

Venkatesh Daggubati, Fahadh Faasil starrer on cards? Anil Ravipudi’s next film likely to release on Sankranti 2027

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Director Anil Ravipudi is currently basking in the success of the Chiranjeevi-starrer Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu. As the filmmaker is expected to return to the big screen for Sankranti next year, it appears that he has locked in the main cast for his next film. Are Venkatesh Daggubati and Fahadh Faasil set to share the screen? According to a report by Gulte, Venkatesh Daggubati is set to collaborate with Anil Ravipudi once again. It has now been reported that Fahadh Faasil may appear as the second lead in the film. Speculation also suggests that Pooja Hegde might play the female lead. However, these remain rumours for now, as the makers have yet to make an official announcement. The upcoming film is reportedly similar in tone to Anil Ravipudi’s previous comedy entertainers, such as F2 and F3. With the film expected to arrive during Sankranti 2027, the music and background score will reportedly be composed by Bheems Ceciroleo. Venkatesh Daggubati’s work front Venkatesh Daggubati was last seen in a cameo role in Mana Shankara Vara …

Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu: Chiranjeevi and Venkatesh Daggubati starrer trailer to drop on January 4

Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu: Chiranjeevi and Venkatesh Daggubati starrer trailer to drop on January 4

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Chiranjeevi starrer Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is slated for release on January 12, 2026, coinciding with Sankranti this year. As the movie gears up for its theatrical release, the makers have announced that the film’s trailer will be unveiled on January 4, 2026. Chiranjeevi’s Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu trailer to release on Jan 4 In an official post, the makers of Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu confirmed that the movie’s trailer will be released on January 4, ahead of its theatrical release on January 12. The team also dropped a new poster from the film while sharing the update. The official post by the makers read, “The much-awaited announcement everyone has been waiting for is finally here. #ManaShankaraVaraPrasadGaru TRAILER ON JANUARY 4th. #MSG GRAND RELEASE WORLDWIDE IN THEATERS ON 12th JANUARY.” Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is an upcoming action-comedy film featuring Chiranjeevi in the lead role. The movie is touted as a family entertainer, with the Khaidi No. 150 actor portraying a character who must prevent a corporate scandal and deliver justice. …

Rana Daggubati once hid from wild elephants in jungle for 3 hours in pitch dark: ‘People started running’

Rana Daggubati once hid from wild elephants in jungle for 3 hours in pitch dark: ‘People started running’

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Updated on: Dec 11, 2025 10:01 am IST Rana Daggubati recalled how he was once shooting in a jungle within an elephant corridor, and the unit personnel started running when they saw wild elephants. Actor Rana Daggubati recently recalled a terrifying experience in the middle of a forest while filming for one of his movies. At the pre-release event of Mowgli, the actor recalled how he had to hide for three hours in pitch dark when he came across wild elephants in the jungle. Here’s what happened. Rana Daggubati shot in the middle of a forest for his 2021 film Aranya. Rana Daggubati recalls terrifying experience in forest Rana recalled that when he was shooting for Aranya (2021), he spent six months in the forest. He states that they were shooting an elephant of their own in an elephant corridor and had exceeded the allotted time to shoot there. “We were told we needed to leave by a certain time. But you know how films work, and we overshot. Suddenly, many people in the unit …

Rana Daggubati breaks silence on being questioned by SIT in betting app case: ‘Legalities keep changing’

Rana Daggubati breaks silence on being questioned by SIT in betting app case: ‘Legalities keep changing’

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Updated on: Dec 07, 2025 08:45 am IST Actor Rana Daggubati addressed his interrogation in an online betting case in Telangana. Actor Rana Daggubati addressed his recent questioning by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in the ongoing betting app case. Speaking at the launch of his brand, the actor maintained that he always ‘followed the due process’ and reinstated his faith in the Indian legal system. Rana Daggubati was interrogated in connection with an illegal betting apps case, in Hyderabad on November 15.(ANI Video Grab) Rana opens up about online betting case Rana was questioned by the SIT last month in connection with a case against illegal betting and the nexus’ alleged connection with online betting apps. On Saturday, Rana was in Mumbai launching his liquor brand Loca Loca, where he spoke to Bombay Times, and said, “Those are legalities that keep changing. They’ll take their due course. There’s a law of the land, and we’ll always abide by it.” Addressing how he attaches his name to any product, the actor added, “The first thing …

Rana Daggubati and Dalquer Salmaan REACTS to 8-hour shift debate, says…

Rana Daggubati and Dalquer Salmaan REACTS to 8-hour shift debate, says…

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Rana Daggubati and Dalquer Salmaan REACTS to 8-hour shift debate, says… Read further to know what Rana Daggubati and Dulquer Salmaan have weighed in on Deepika Padukone’s call for an eight-hour work shift in the film industry, saying fixed hours are unrealistic in cinema. The discussion around Deepika Padukone’s call for an eight-hour work shift in the film industry continues, and now actor-producers Rana Daggubati and Dulquer Salmaan have shared their take. In a chat with The Hollywood Reporter India, both stars explained why they feel fixed working hours are “not possible in cinema.” Rana: “Cinema Is Not a Job, It’s a Lifestyle” Speaking about the unpredictable nature of filmmaking, Rana said that creativity cannot be boxed into fixed hours. He explained, “This is not a job; it’s a lifestyle. Each film asks for something different. It’s not a factory. You can sit for eight hours and get the best scene, or work for fifty hours and get nothing.” Dulquer: “Crew Members Themselves Prefer Working Longer” Dulquer Salmaan echoed the …

Dulquer Salmaan and Rana Daggubati react to Deepika Padukone’s 8-hour shift demand: ‘It’s not like a factory where you finish shooting…’

Dulquer Salmaan and Rana Daggubati react to Deepika Padukone’s 8-hour shift demand: ‘It’s not like a factory where you finish shooting…’

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Filmmakers Dulquer Salmaan, Rana Daggubati, Archana Kalpathi, and Vikramaditya Motwane were recently seen interacting during a roundtable conversation. During the chat, the team reacted to and spoke about Deepika Padukone’s request for an 8-hour shooting shift in the film industry. Dulquer Salmaan and Rana Daggubati react to Deepika’s 8-hour shift demand Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter India, Dulquer Salmaan said, “In Malayalam cinema, you just keep going. The cast and crew clap when they hear ‘pack up’ because nobody knows when it’s going to end. Adding an extra shooting day is a massive burden on the producer. Instead, everyone should put in extra effort or even work extra hours to finish the work on the previous day itself.” The Lokah producer revealed that even when he wants to give someone in the production team a day off, the cast and crew refuse to take it and instead try to finish the job and then go home. Additionally, Rana Daggubati weighed in on the conversation and said, “Cinema is not a job, but a lifestyle. You either …

Dulquer Salmaan, Rana Daggubati explain why it’s costlier to have 8 hour workday like Deepika Padukone wants

Dulquer Salmaan, Rana Daggubati explain why it’s costlier to have 8 hour workday like Deepika Padukone wants

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Updated on: Dec 02, 2025 07:57 pm IST Dulquer Salmaan, Rana Daggubati and Archana Kalapathi weighed in on how feasible it is to have an 8-hour work day like Deepika Padukone wants. Since Deepika Padukone’s exit from the Telugu films Spirit and Kalki 2898 AD over a reported demand for an 8-hour workday, conversations in the film industry have all been about whether it’s even feasible. Rana Daggubati, Dulquer Salmaan and The GOAT producer Archana Kalapathi spoke to THR India about the same and said this. (Also Read: Keerthy Suresh explains in detail a day in the life of an actor, why Deepika Padukone’s 8 hour shift demand is ideal) Dulquer Salmaan and Rana Daggubati recently produced the Tamil film Kaantha together. Rana Daggubati calls working in cinema a lifestyle, not a job When Rana was asked about the conversation surrounding structured working hours, he first laughed. Then he explained in detail why he doesn’t believe it’s possible, adding, “This is not a job, it’s a lifestyle. You either choose to be in it or …

After Madhuri Dixit, Rana Daggubati shares his view on Deepika Padukone’s 8-hour shift debate: ‘It’s a lifestyle’

After Madhuri Dixit, Rana Daggubati shares his view on Deepika Padukone’s 8-hour shift debate: ‘It’s a lifestyle’

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Recently during an interview, Bollywood star Madhuri Dixit shared her thoughts on the 8-hour shift debate in the film industry. The debate originally stemmed after Deepika Padukone’s exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Prabhas’ Spirit because her request for an 8-hour shift as a new mother was not obliged. Commenting on the matter, Madhuri shared that she is a workaholic and was working 12 hours for her upcoming web series Mrs Deshpande. However, Madhuri went on to explain that it’s each to their own. Baahubali actor Rana Daggubati, who already shared his opinion on the fixed shifts earlier this year, has now talked about the debate once again. Deepika Padukone and Rana Daggubati During his appearance on The Hollywood Reporter Roundtable 2025, alongside Dulquer Salmaan, Vikramaditya Motwane and Archana Kalpathi, actor Rana Daggubati shared his view on fixed shifts on a film set. He explained, “This is not a job; it’s a lifestyle. Each film will ask for something else. It’s not a factory. We could sit for eight hours and the best scene comes …