This week in the South Indian film industry has been buzzing with significant events and announcements. Here are the top five news stories that made waves:
1. Kalki 2898 AD Pre-Release Event
Kalki 2898 AD, one of the most anticipated movies of 2024, is gearing up for its grand release. On June 19, the team hosted a massive pre-release event in Mumbai, which quickly went viral. The event featured prominent figures like Kamal Haasan, Amitabh Bachchan, Prabhas, and Deepika Padukone. Additionally, the official trailer for this sci-fi film was released on June 21, further exciting fans.
2. Pushpa 2: The Rule Postponed
Fans eagerly awaiting Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, will need to wait a bit longer. The release has been postponed, with a new date set for December 6, 2024. The sequel to the 2021 hit Pushpa: The Rise, this action-packed movie continues the story of Pushpa Raj, a sandalwood smuggler battling numerous adversaries.
3. The Greatest Of All Time Second Single Released
On Thalapathy Vijay’s 50th birthday, the second single from his upcoming project, The Greatest Of All Time (GOAT), was released. The song features vocals by Thalapathy Vijay himself and uses AI to recreate the late Bhavatharini’s voice. Yuvan Shankar Raja composed the track with lyrics by Kabilan.
4. Chiranjeevi’s Daughter’s Ex-Husband Passes Away
Sirish Bharadwaj, the former son-in-law of renowned actor Chiranjeevi, tragically passed away due to severe lung-related health issues on June 19. He was married to Sreeja Konidela, Chiranjeevi’s daughter, in 2007, but their marriage was short-lived. Additionally, the Malayalam film industry mourned the loss of director Venugopan, who passed away at his home in Cherthala on June 21. Venugopan was known for his work on films like “Sharja To Sharja.”
5. Ullozhukku’s Release
The new Malayalam drama, Ullozhukku, starring veteran actresses Urvashi and Parvathy Thiruvothu, was released on June 21. The film has been praised for its detailed and evolving portrayal of female characters, leaving a lasting impact on audiences with its artistic execution.
6. Darshan’s Legal Troubles
Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, involved in the Renukaswamy murder case, reportedly borrowed ₹40 lakh from a friend to pay off others implicated in the crime to destroy evidence. Arrested on June 11, Darshan admitted to borrowing the money to influence witnesses.
