South newsmakers of the week: Allu Arjun’s film update to L2 Empuraan trailer

South Indian cinema saw several exciting updates this week. From Yash’s upcoming movie release date to Allu Arjun’s collaboration with Atlee, here are the highlights.

Allu Arjun and Atlee’s Collaboration
South superstar Allu Arjun is joining hands with director Atlee for an ambitious project tentatively titled AA22. The film is reported to belong to the “Parallel Universe” genre and is backed by Sun Pictures. Allu Arjun has signed a massive deal, earning Rs 175 crore plus a 15% profit share. This project marks one of the biggest deals for an Indian actor.

Yash’s Toxic Release Date
Yash’s much-awaited film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is now set to release on March 19, 2026. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the gangster drama was initially scheduled for April 10, 2025. However, production delays led to the new release date. The film features stars like Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Huma Qureshi, and Tara Sutaria in pivotal roles.

L2: Empuraan Trailer Release
The trailer for Mohanlal’s L2: Empuraan, the sequel to Lucifer, was unveiled on March 20, 2025. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and written by Murali Gopy, the movie will release in theaters on March 27, 2025. It continues the story of Kerala’s political landscape after the mysterious exit of Stephen Nedumpally. The movie will also delve into the origins of the Khureshi Abr’aam nexus. The ensemble cast includes Prithviraj Sukumaran, Indrajith Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, and Manju Warrier.

These major updates have left South Indian cinema fans eagerly waiting. Keep an eye out for further developments from the vibrant world of South films.

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