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Venky Atluri asks Bollywood actors to adapt when they work in Telugu, cites Raveena Tandon’s 14-hour workday as example

Venky Atluri asks Bollywood actors to adapt when they work in Telugu, cites Raveena Tandon’s 14-hour workday as example

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The working conditions in Tollywood have been the centre of conversation ever since Deepika Padukone’s exit from Spirit and Kalki 2898 AD sequel. Amid her conditions, the 8-hour workday was what caught everyone’s attention, with opinions split across the Indian film industry. Vishwanath & Sons director Venky Atluri believes that Bollywood actors must adapt when working in Telugu, citing Raveena Tandon as an example. Raveena Tandon will star in Vishwanath & Sons with Suriya soon. Raveena Tandon’s 14-hour workday for Suriya film In an interview with THR India, Venky refused to speak in particular about any film exits over working hours. He, however, gave his opinion on how actors must learn to adapt to the industry they work in. “When a person from any industry, let it be Tamil, let it be Malayalam, let it be Hindi. When you’re coming and acting in a Telugu film, understand the work culture there, and maybe respect the culture,” he said, stating that he’d do the same if he worked in Bollywood. The filmmaker then cited Raveena’s example …

‘Respect the culture’: Venky Atluri on Deepika Padukone’s fixed working hours debate  | Bollywood News

‘Respect the culture’: Venky Atluri on Deepika Padukone’s fixed working hours debate  | Bollywood News

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3 min readHyderabadJul 31, 2026 10:17 AM IST When Deepika Padukone exited Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit and parted ways with Nag Ashwin’s Kalki 2898 AD sequel over working hours, it ignited a debate about fixed working hours, leading many to weigh in on the pros and cons of the same across various film industries. In a recent interview, director Venky Atluri was asked about the difference in working conditions between Telugu and Hindi cinema, especially with regard to Deepika’s exit over working hours. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter India, Atluri said that if he were to work in Hindi he would take a three-month break to study the set first, and that anyone coming to Telugu should work to a Telugu way of doing things. He added that shoots there routinely run 11 to 12 hours, and that actors from Tamil, Malayalam or Hindi cinema should be willing to accept those conditions. He said, “When a person from any industry, let it be Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi, when you’re coming and acting in a Telugu film, …

Why Suriya’s Vishwanath and Sons was pushed to August despite a ready July window | Tamil News

Why Suriya’s Vishwanath and Sons was pushed to August despite a ready July window | Tamil News

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3 min readHyderabadMay 28, 2026 02:54 PM IST Vishwanath and Sons has found its release date. Suriya’s much-anticipated family entertainer, directed by Venky Atluri, will release in theatres on August 14, arriving a day ahead of India’s Independence Day A release date that took time When Vishwanath and Sons’ teaser arrived in March 2026, the makers had announced a broad July window for the theatrical release. However, that plan did not hold. According to the production team, the July slot raised concerns about whether the film would get adequate screen time and audience attention so soon after Suriya’s Karuppu, which wrapped up its theatrical run on a strong note. Giving audiences more time between two Suriya releases made commercial sense, and the makers eventually moved the date forward. August 14 was one of two windows being seriously considered, the other being July 23. The Independence Day option won out, partly because of the holiday advantage it brings and partly because Nani’s The Paradise, which was placed at August 21, is expected to face its own …

GV Prakash Kumar teases many surprises in Suriya’s Vishwanath and Sons: ‘We have only revealed half in teaser…’

GV Prakash Kumar teases many surprises in Suriya’s Vishwanath and Sons: ‘We have only revealed half in teaser…’

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Suriya is all set to appear in the lead role in the romantic drama Vishwanath and Sons, directed by Lucky Baskhar filmmaker Venky Atluri. Now, the movie’s composer, GV Prakash Kumar, has revealed that the film contains several surprising elements and that only half of it has been revealed in the teaser. GV Prakash Kumar about Suriya’s Vishwanath and Sons Speaking with Cinema Vikatan, the actor-musician said, “There are a lot of surprises in Vishwanath and Sons; we have only revealed half of it in the teaser. In fact, after Lucky Baskhar, I called Suriya sir and asked him to do a film with Venky Atluri.” GVP added, “The output has come out in very good quality. It has a lot of scope for music. We have tapped into a genre that Suriya sir’s female audience will love. When I was in school, I used to enjoy Ghajini, that’s how we see Suriya sir, but even now, he carries the same charm.” More about Vishwanath and Sons Vishwanath and Sons follows the story of Sanjay …

Vishwanath and Sons teaser: Suriya, Mamitha Baiju make an unlikely pair, fans laud sensitive handling of age-gap romance

Vishwanath and Sons teaser: Suriya, Mamitha Baiju make an unlikely pair, fans laud sensitive handling of age-gap romance

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The first official teaser of Vishwanath and Sons is here! On Monday, the makers shared the two-minute-long teaser of Suriya‘s upcoming film, which gave fans a sneak peek of what to expect from the Venky Atluri directorial. Paired opposite Suriya is Premalu actor Mamitha Baiju, and it is the easy chemistry between the two that intrigued many fans about the age-gap romance. Suriya and Mamitha Baiju’s chemistry was the highlight of the teaser of Vishwanath and Sons. Vishwanath and Sons teaser The teaser opens with Suriya, who is introduced as the titular Sanjay Vishwanath. He is a pistol-shooting champion in his 40s, now planning a proper comeback. When a free-spirited and young woman in her 20s named Maddy (Mamitha) enters his life, Sanjay becomes a mentor figure to her. However, things change when Maddy falls in love with Sanjay, to his dismay. She says their 20-year age gap does not bother her, but he says it does. He tells her, “At the snap of your fingers, many boys in your age group will come running …

Suriya as Shooter Sanjay Sparks Buzz

Suriya as Shooter Sanjay Sparks Buzz

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4 min readHyderabadMar 16, 2026 05:21 PM IST Vishwanath and Sons teaser: The teaser of Vishwanath and Sons dropped on Monday, giving audiences the first glimpse of what the makers have been calling the biggest family drama of the year. The promo runs for one minute and 44 seconds, and it has already done exactly what a good teaser is supposed to do: answered a few questions and raised several more. The character name alone has done a fair amount of work already. Suriya plays Sanjay Vishwanath, an international pistol shooter who continues to chase his dreams even in his 40s, and Tamil cinema fans have not missed the fact that he is playing yet another Sanjay. His most iconic role remains the relentless amnesiac Sanjay in Ghajini. That is the kind of detail that travels fast in a fanbase, and it has been travelling since the first-look poster dropped earlier this month. The teaser introduces Suriya in a layered role, carrying both fatherly warmth and emotional depth simultaneously. The stylish presence is intact, and …

Suriya46 titled Vishwanath & Sons: Suriya and Venky Atluri’s wholesome family entertainer to arrive in July

Suriya46 titled Vishwanath & Sons: Suriya and Venky Atluri’s wholesome family entertainer to arrive in July

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Suriya’s upcoming film Suriya46 had piqued the curiosity of fans. While some wanted to know the genre of the movie, many wanted to know its official title. Well, the makers have finally revealed that Suriya 46 is now Vishwanath & Sons. The star also dropped an intriguing poster of his family drama, which is set to release in July 2026. Suriya46 titled Vishwanath & Sons After keeping the fans guessing, actor Suriya finally revealed the title of his next film. The makers dropped a sweet poster, unveiling the star’s look from his upcoming family drama, Vishwanath & Sons. The makers also revealed that the “wholesome entertainer” will be served to the audience in July this year. “Love with a difference, family with a purpose — we arrive in July as a wholesome entertainer,” they announced in the caption. Coming the poster, it features Suriya playing a responsible caretaker of a baby. With a wide smile on his face, he carefully hangs the child in a baby carrier, close to his heart. Take a look: Directed by Venky …

Vishwanath and Sons: Suriya is armed with a baby in title poster for Venky Atluri film, release date announced

Vishwanath and Sons: Suriya is armed with a baby in title poster for Venky Atluri film, release date announced

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Vishwanath and Sons: Venky Atluri’s film starring Suriya and Mamitha Baiju has gotten a title and release date. On Monday, it was announced that the tentatively titled Suriya 46 has now been named Vishwanath and Sons. Suriya and the producers, Sithara Entertainments, shared the first look poster, hailing it as the return of ‘vintage’ Suriya. Vishwanath and Sons: The title poster for the film shows Suriya and a baby all smiles. Vishwanath and Sons title poster and release date Suriya shared the title poster and release date on his X (formerly Twitter) writing, “Love with a difference, family with a purpose — we arrive in July as a wholesome entertainer.” Sithara Entertainments wrote, “Power in his presence. Warmth in his embrace. Bringing back the vintage magic of @Suriya_offl in a heart-touching family spectacle. #VishwanathAndSons ~ The biggest family drama of the year arrives this July.” The poster shows Suriya all smiles, holding a milk bottle in one hand and cradling a baby in a carrier in the other. “This one will be special after Lucky …

Suriya’s fantasy action film Karuppu to release in February 2026? Find out

Suriya’s fantasy action film Karuppu to release in February 2026? Find out

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Suriya is next set to appear in the lead role in the action fantasy film Karuppu, directed by RJB (RJ Balaji). As the film has been delayed since 2025, it now appears that it is finally set to get a release date this year. Is Suriya’s Karuppu set to release in February 2026? According to a report by Studio Flicks, the makers of Karuppu are planning to release the film in February 2026. Reportedly, the Retro actor is keen on releasing the film soon to ensure that his upcoming projects are spaced out smoothly. It is also being reported that the actor’s film, tentatively titled Suriya46 and directed by Venky Atluri, is likely to release in May 2026, while his cop action comedy Suriya47 is eyeing an Ayudha Pooja release. However, as of now, the makers have not made any official confirmation regarding Karuppu’s release date. More about Karuppu Karuppu is said to follow the story of a lawyer who becomes possessed by a deity to fight against the injustice faced by certain sections of …

Lucky Baskhar 2 on cards? Dulquer Salmaan starrer crime drama may continue with a sequel

Lucky Baskhar 2 on cards? Dulquer Salmaan starrer crime drama may continue with a sequel

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Lucky Baskhar, starring Dulquer Salmaan, was released in theatres on October 31, 2024, and later emerged as a massive box-office success. Now, it appears that the film may likely get a sequel. Is Dulquer Salmaan’s Lucky Baskhar 2 on cards? According to a report by Rangasthalam, Dulquer Salmaan’s Lucky Baskhar is set to have a sequel. The film would serve as a continuation of the first installment and is expected to be made on a grander scale. However, for now, this remains speculative, as neither the actor nor the makers have made any official announcement. Interestingly, the 2024 film ended with DQ’s character, Baskhar, flying to the United States while the CBI were still hot on his heels, swindling everyone one last time. If the report turns out to be true, the entertaining and thrilling cat-and-mouse chase could begin once again. About Lucky Baskhar For those unfamiliar, Lucky Baskhar is a black comedy crime drama starring Dulquer Salmaan in the lead role. The film narrates the story of Baskhar, a lower-middle-class bank cashier who is …