South Newsmakers of the week: Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli’s SSMB29’s formal launch to Ram Charan’s Game Changer’s trailer release

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2025 is set to kick off with a flurry of events, transforming the landscape of the Southern film industry. As we move forward into a brand-new year with plenty more updates on the horizon, let’s delve into some of the most exciting developments in the South cinema world this week!

South Newsmakers of the week:

1. Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli’s SSMB29 begins with formal launch

For the first time ever, the highly acclaimed actor Mahesh Babu and renowned director SS Rajamouli are teaming up for an upcoming movie that is currently referred to as either SSMB29 or SSRMB. With these two talented individuals coming together for the very first time, the production company has officially kicked off the film with a formal start.

On January 2, 2025, they held a private pooja ceremony for the cast and crew to kick off the release of their upcoming film. Since filming is slated to start in April 2025, it’s anticipated that production will continue until the end of 2026.

Furthermore, it was exclusively revealed by TopMob that the producers have cast actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas for the main female role. According to our insider source, this film will present an unprecedented tale combining jungle exploration with spy elements.

2. Yash pens a heartwarming request to fans ahead of his birthday

Actor Yash, known for his role in KGF, is now busy with his movie Toxic under the direction of Geetu Mohandas. As Yash prepares to ring in his 39th birthday on January 8, he has asked fans to avoid excessive celebrations.

Due to unfortunate events that have transpired in recent years, Yash chose to appeal to his followers through his social media platform. In his post, the actor expressed, “Now is the moment for us to switch up our love language, particularly when it comes to celebrating my birthday. Instead of grand expressions of affection, consider simpler ways.

The actor mentioned that he’ll be out of town, working on a shoot, during his birthday this year. However, he promised that all the well-wishes from his fans will still find their way to him.

See the official post here:

3. Naga Vamsi sparks debate with veteran producer Boney Kapoor

During a conversation with Galatta Plus, several prominent film producers such as Boney Kapoor, Naga Vamsi, Archana Kalpathi, and others shared their insights on the Indian film industry and its market.

During our chat, Naga Vamsi, producer of Lucky Baskhar, shared his thoughts on Bollywood movies, stating, “This might come off as blunt. However, South Indians have significantly influenced how Bollywood perceives cinema. Unfortunately, Bollywood seems to be trapped in producing films for the areas of Bandra and Juhu. Yet, you’ve seen a shift with Baahubali, RRR, Animal, and Jawan.

This resulted in a passionate discussion between producer Boney Kapoor, during which diverse opinions were expressed, such as the evolution of audience tastes throughout the decades.

4. Ajith Kumar and Trisha Krishnan starrer Vidaamuyarchi postpones from Pongal 2025

The upcoming movie “Vidaamuyarchi,” starring Ajith Kumar and Trisha Krishnan, has generated a lot of excitement since its theater release was announced. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, the highly anticipated film has been delayed, much to the disappointment of fans.

Originally scheduled for release on Pongal 2025, the movie has been postponed due to certain unavoidable circumstances. The producers haven’t announced a new release date yet. The action-thriller, directed by Magizh Thirumeni, stars Arjun Sarja, Regina Cassandra, and Arav in prominent roles.

See the official post here

5. Ram Charan and Kiara Advani starrer Game Changer trailer release

Following a significant pause, it’s my turn once again on the big screen this Sankranti, with the film titled “Game Changer,” Ram Charan – the global icon I follow closely. In anticipation of its premiere, we held a trailer launch event, graced by the esteemed SS Rajamouli as our chief guest. This captivating political action thriller finds me portraying an upright IAS officer, determined to confront corruption within the political sphere.

In this father-son narrative directed by Shankar following Indian 2, Kiara Advani assumes a significant role as both the main female character and romantic interest. Additionally, the film boasts a star-studded cast beyond the leads, with actors such as SJ Suryah, Anjali, Samuthirakani, and others filling crucial roles.

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2025-01-04 21:08