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Koratala Siva announces new film with Jr NTR’s uncle Nandamuri Balakrishna, fans wonder if Devara 2 is shelved

Koratala Siva announces new film with Jr NTR’s uncle Nandamuri Balakrishna, fans wonder if Devara 2 is shelved

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Director Koratala Siva has announced his next film after 2024’s Devara: Part 1, starring Jr NTR, Saif Ali Khan, and Janhvi Kapoor in lead roles. He will now be teaming up with Tarak’s uncle, Nandamuri Balakrishna, for his next. Fans, however, are confused if this means that Devara: Part 2 has been shelved. After Jr NTR’s Devara, Koratala Siva has announced a new film with Balakrishna. Koratala Siva’s upcoming film with Balakrishna On Friday, production house Yuvasudha Arts announced that Siva’s next film will be with Balakrishna. They wrote, “The Stars Align. A Festival Awaits. #NBKxKoratalaSiva #NBK112.” The text on the poster they released reads: “Power meets purpose. Mass becomes a moment. Shoot begins soon.” A source close to the unit says, “The director has already locked the script, and regular shooting will commence soon.” Further details regarding the cast and crew have yet to be announced. Internet wonders about Jr NTR’s Devara 2 When Devara was released in 2024, the film received lukewarm reviews and grossed ₹428 crore worldwide. Since then, there have been …

Fact Check: Did Ajith Kumar replace Adhik Ravichandran for Siva in AK64? Here’s what we know

Fact Check: Did Ajith Kumar replace Adhik Ravichandran for Siva in AK64? Here’s what we know

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Ajith Kumar is all set to begin work on his next movie, tentatively titled AK64, this year. While there were initial reports that director Adhik Ravichandran would helm the project, speculation later suggested he might be replaced by Kanguva fame Siva. But is there any truth to it? Is Siva going to replace Adhik Ravichandran in Ajith Kumar’s AK64? According to an update shared by industry tracker Ramesh Bala, he inquired with Ajith Kumar’s manager, Suresh Chandra, about the director of AK64. The tracker revealed that Adhik Ravichandran remains the director of the film, and no changes have been made to the directorial team. Additionally, after Ajith completes AK64, the superstar is expected to collaborate with directors Siva and Venkat Prabhu on future projects. An official announcement regarding these films is still awaited. For those unaware, Valai Pechu had earlier reported that Ajith Kumar had replaced Adhik with Siva for AK64. The report suggested that the actor chose Siva because Kanguva underperformed, and he wanted to support the director in his career. However, it now …

After Viswasam, Ajith Kumar To Team Up With Siva Again For New Project | Deets Inside | Tamil Cinema News

After Viswasam, Ajith Kumar To Team Up With Siva Again For New Project | Deets Inside | Tamil Cinema News

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Last Updated:February 22, 2026, 21:00 IST Ajith Kumar and director Siva are set to collaborate again for their fifth film together. The filmmaker confirms the project amid AK64 buzz. Director Siva confirms he will reunite with Ajith Kumar for their fifth film together. Official updates expected after AK64 goes on floors. Ajith Kumar’s packed schedule is already making headlines. While the actor is currently focused on his racing commitments and reportedly preparing to begin his next film with Adhik Ravichandran, another major collaboration is now in the works. Director Siva has confirmed that he will once again team up with the superstar. The announcement has sparked excitement among fans who have closely followed their successful collaborations over the years. Fifth Collaboration On The Cards In a recent interaction with Cinema Vikatan, Siva confirmed that a new project with Ajith Kumar is indeed planned. However, he clarified that official announcements will be made through proper channels at the appropriate time. Siva also noted that Ajith is currently gearing up for his next project with Adhik Ravichandran, …

After Viswasam, Ajith Kumar and director Siva to reunite for 5th time? Filmmaker confirms project

After Viswasam, Ajith Kumar and director Siva to reunite for 5th time? Filmmaker confirms project

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Ajith Kumar is currently participating in his latest racing season, with reports suggesting that he will soon begin work on his next project with director Adhik Ravichandran. Now, director Siva has also confirmed that he will reunite with the superstar once again. Ajith Kumar and Siva to reunite for their 5th movie Speaking to Cinema Vikatan, Siva confirmed that he will collaborate with Ajith Kumar on an upcoming film. While the project is on the cards, the director stated that official updates will be shared through proper channels at the appropriate time. He also reportedly mentioned that Ajith is currently gearing up for his next project with Adhik Ravichandran, tentatively titled AK64. Updates about the film with Siva are expected only after AK64 goes on floors. As of now, no further details about the project with Siva have been revealed, and it remains unclear whether it will be Ajith’s 65th film. If confirmed, this would mark the duo’s fifth collaboration after Veeram, Vedalam, Vivegam, and Viswasam. Ajith Kumar’s work front Ajith Kumar was last seen …

Parasakthi Box Office Collections: Siva Karthikeyan starrer opens 27 crore worldwide on first day

Parasakthi Box Office Collections: Siva Karthikeyan starrer opens 27 crore worldwide on first day

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Parasakthi, starring Sivakarthikeyan in the lead role, was released in theatres on January 10, 2026, coinciding with Pongal this year. The historical drama has grossed a total of Rs 27 crore approx worldwide. With this total gross, the Sudha Kongara directorial has opened with solid numbers at the box office. In Tamil Nadu, the film has amassed Rs 12 crore, followed by Karnataka with Rs 1.8 crore. Accounting for collections across India, the movie has collected Rs 14.5 crore domestically. Meanwhile, overseas collections have also opened on a strong note. North America registered an estimated USD 350,000, while the Middle East contributed USD 340,000. The UK and Europe are reported to have collected USD 270,000. Additionally, with collections from Malaysia, Australia, Singapore, New Zealand, and the rest of the world, the film has earned a total of USD 1.36M, which makes the total overseas collections approximately Rs 12.3 crore. With Parasakthi opening during the Pongal week, the film enjoys an extended holiday window and is expected to post solid returns. As Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan …

Sticky reels, ruined negatives, torn frames: How the near-impossible restoration Nagarjuna’s classic Siva was achieved

Sticky reels, ruined negatives, torn frames: How the near-impossible restoration Nagarjuna’s classic Siva was achieved

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When the first scene of Ram Gopal Varma’s Siva, restored in 4K, hit the screens, it felt as if someone had transported the Nagarjuna and RGV classic into the modern day. The restoration, complete with renewed audio and video, was done for the film’s grand theatrical re-release this year. But it wasn’t an easy task, as the team behind it revealed in a masterclass at the ongoing International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. Nagarjuna in a still from the 4K restored version of Siva. The film was restored in 4K by Annapurna Studios, the production house that originally released the film back in 1989. Ram Gopal Varma’s directorial debut was brought back to life by CV Rao, Chief Technology Officer at the studio. At IFFI 2025, Nagarjuna and Rao took the stage to talk about the ‘near-impossible’ seven-year journey the film took. C.V Rao & Akkineni Nagarjuna at the Masterclass at the 56th IFFI. Nagarjuna and CV Rao talk about Siva restoration Speaking at IFFI, where the new version of the film was …

Siva Karthikeyan’s Box Office journey – Rs 885 Crore so far, Amaran soars, Madharasi Next!

Siva Karthikeyan’s Box Office journey – Rs 885 Crore so far, Amaran soars, Madharasi Next!

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Siva Karthikeyan’s rise in Indian cinema has been nothing short of a cinematic roller coaster — from his humble beginnings to becoming one of Tamil cinema’s most bankable stars today. Known for his versatility as an actor, playback singer, lyricist, film producer, and television presenter, Siva has cemented his place not just in Tamil cinema, but also won the hearts of Telugu audiences through his dubbed hits like Doctor, Don, and the recent blockbuster Amaran. The 40-year-old star first stepped into the film industry in 2012 with Marina, a small-budget film made for under Rs 1 crore. Back then, no one could have predicted the heights he would reach. His breakthrough came in 2019 with Mr. Local, which collected Rs 25 crore at the box office. From there, his career gained momentum with successful films like Namma Veettu Pillai and Doctor, marking his official entry into the elite Rs 100 crore club. However, like every star’s journey, Siva faced his share of ups and downs. Experimental projects like Ayalaan didn’t quite hit the mark, but …

Devara Part 2: Koratala Siva to follow Sukumar’s approach, revising Jr NTR starrer’s script based on fan expectations?

Devara Part 2: Koratala Siva to follow Sukumar’s approach, revising Jr NTR starrer’s script based on fan expectations?

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Jr NTR’s last release, Devara, made for a decent run at the box office. The Koratala Siva directorial was announced as a two-parter movie, and there has now been considerable buzz about the next part as well. Based on the latest reports, the filmmaker might have undertaken a massive revision for the script of Devara Part 2. As per Times Now, who quoted a source close to the development of the upcoming film, Koratala Siva has allegedly taken keen note of the criticism from fans that they have made over Devara Part 1.  From the climax lacking in momentum to the abrupt ending of the movie, the director has gauged what the audiences have disliked and, as a result, has now corrected the script of the second installment accordingly. The report has suggested that Koratala Siva is likely to have taken reference from fellow filmmaker Sukumar, who has precisely delivered what the audiences have actually wanted from the Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa 2 on the screens. The source mentioned, “Since Koratala has enough time at …

Amid rumors of STR48 getting shelved, Silambarasan TR drops picture with director Desingh Periyasamy; see here

Amid rumors of STR48 getting shelved, Silambarasan TR drops picture with director Desingh Periyasamy; see here

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Silambarasan TR and director Desingh Periyasamy have been in the spotlight for quite some time regarding a historical movie tentatively titled STR48. Recently, rumors suggested that the film had been shelved, but both the actor and the director have dismissed these claims. In a recent post on social media, director Desingh Periyasamy shared an image of the two standing together with their arms around each other. As the picture surfaced online, it put an end to the rumors, confirming that the project is still in the works. Additionally, Silambarasan reshared the post on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle and wrote the caption, “Time tests what’s truly worth it.” See the official post here: For those unaware, the much-awaited project featuring Silambarasan TR, tentatively titled STR48, is said to be a period venture with a high budget. As the film has been in development for a significant amount of time, speculations arose that the project had been postponed, with rumors suggesting Silambarasan was replaced by Ajith Kumar. Ajith Kumar, who has yet to announce his …

Khushbu Sundar expresses regret in being part of Rajinikanth starrer Annaatthe and says, ‘I became a caricaturish…’

Khushbu Sundar expresses regret in being part of Rajinikanth starrer Annaatthe and says, ‘I became a caricaturish…’

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Khushbu Sundar recently revealed that she now regrets acting in Rajinikanth starrer Annaatthe. In her interview, the actress was asked about any films she wished she was not part of. Highlighting how her filmography in Hindi is limited to having such regrets, the actress expressed there are several Tamil movies she now wishes to have not been part of. Speaking more on the same, Khushbu Sundar, in an interview with Vickey Lalwani, said, “A recent example is the movie that I did with Rajinikanth sir. The role didn’t turn out like it was sold to me. Eventually, there was no pairing with Rajini sir for me.” Talking more about the film, Khushbu refrained from mentioning the title and revealed that initially, the movie was supposed to feature herself and actress Meena as potential heroines. Despite the story initially being conveyed like that, the actress admitted to accepting the project, keeping in mind that no other actress was paired with Rajinikanth in the film. The actress continued, “As the project progressed, Rajini sir suddenly got a heroine, and …