Superstars Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan are all set to reunite on the big screen once again after four decades with their upcoming film, tentatively titled KHxRK. After officially announcing the project with a promo, the makers have now unveiled a new BTS video dismissing speculation about the use of AI.
KHxRK Reunion: Makes unveils BTS video, dismissing use of AI in Rajinikanth-Kamal Haasan starrer
Taking to their social media handle, the makers of KHxRK shared a behind-the-scenes (BTS) video featuring director Nelson Dilipkumar shooting the promo with Kamal Haasan, Rajinikanth, and musician Anirudh Ravichander.
Earlier, there were rumors that the actresses featured in the promo had been created using AI and were not real individuals. However, the BTS video confirms that real actresses were used and that no AI technology was involved.
Here’s the BTS Video:
For those unaware, KHxRK is an upcoming film starring Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth in the lead roles. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the movie marks the reunion of two stalwarts of Tamil cinema, with the promo hinting at a stylish, light-hearted action entertainer.
Reportedly, the veteran stars will begin shooting for the film in 2027 after completing their respective pending projects.
Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan’s work front
Rajinikanth will next appear in the lead role in Jailer 2, the sequel directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. The film is said to feature SJ Suryah, Vidya Balan, and Mithun Chakraborty in key roles.
With Mohanlal and Shiva Rajkumar reprising their roles from the first installment, the movie is also expected to feature a cameo appearance by Shah Rukh Khan, which is reportedly scheduled to be shot in March this year.
Additionally, Rajinikanth has the tentatively titled Thalaivar173 in his lineup, which is reported to begin shooting in April 2026. As the shoot is expected to wrap up by September this year, the film will likely hit the big screens for Pongal next year. Reportedly, Basil Joseph and Priyanka Arul Mohan are being considered for key roles in the film.
Meanwhile, Kamal Haasan will next play the lead in the tentatively titled KH237. Directed by Anbariv and written by Syam Pushkaran, the film is expected to go on floors after the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Additionally, he is filming for Prabhas starrer Kalki 2898 AD: Part 2 this year.
Rajinikanth vs Kamal Haasan net worth 2026: Which KHxRK star is the real Kollywood Mogul? A look at their salaries, lavish lifestyle and luxury cars
South Indian superstars Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan has been ruling the box office for over decades now. The duo will be seen again on the big screen in the film KHXRK, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar
Two superstars of South Indian cinema, Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, have always been a topic of discussion for fans and the industry. Both the actors have defined South cinema in the last fifty years with their art and personality. The duo will be seen again on the big screen in the film KHXRK, which will be directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and will have music by Anirudh Ravichander. The teaser of this film is refreshing nostalgia among fans and raises the question: Who is the real hero?
Rajinikanth vs Kamal Haasan: Who is richer?
In terms of net worth, both actors are among India’s richest film stars as of early 2026. Kamal Haasan’s wealth is said to be around Rs 410-450 crore, while Rajinikanth’s wealth is estimated to be between Rs 430-500 crore. Both have different sources of income. Kamal Haasan’s income comes from acting, directing, writing, TV hosting, and his production company Raaj Kamal Films International. At the same time, Rajinikanth earns mainly from acting fees and brand endorsements.
Rajinikanth vs Kamal Haasan: Who charges more?
Rajinikanth is known for his films. In some recent projects, his fees have been reported to be between Rs 125 and Rs 270 crore. Sometimes their earnings are so much that they are equal to the budget of a big multi-star film. Kamal Haasan takes a little less fee, but his fee can also be up to Rs 100 crore. Apart from this, he earns around Rs 2 lakh daily from the hosting stints of Bigg Boss Tamil.
Rajinikanth vs Kamal Haasan: Luxurious car collection
Rajinikanth’s wealth is mainly concentrated in his personal and chosen investments. His main house in Chennai’s Poes Garden is worth around Rs 35-40 crore. He has also kept properties like Raghavendra Kalyana Mandapam, which are used for social purposes. His car collection also reflects his personality. This includes luxury models like Rolls-Royce, Lamborghini, Bentley and Mercedes, as well as classic cars like the old Premier Padmini.
Kamal Haasan has embraced diversity and experimentation in his career. He is an actor, producer, director, singer and writer. He owns several properties, including the family home in Alwarpet, properties in Bengaluru and Mangaluru, and a townhouse in London. His car collection includes luxury cars like BMW and Lexus, and he also has a collection of expensive watches.
The two stars show different patterns of their financial resources and their investment choices. Rajinikanth earns big bucks from his superstardom and has selective investments, while Kamal Haasan invests money in diverse projects, tech and cultural initiatives. The two individuals possess assets exceeding crores, but they differ in their vision and approach to work but there is no comparison or competition between the two.
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Vijay Sethupathi is returning with a brand new season of Bigg Boss Tamil, bringing back more chaos, drama, and unforgettable moments. As the ninth edition of the show gears up for its release, here are the key details regarding its streaming and broadcast.
When and where to watch Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9
Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9 is slated to hit the OTT platform JioHotstar with a grand premiere on October 5, 2025. In addition to streaming, the show will also be broadcast on the television channel Vijay TV.
With the grand release just days away, the platform shared an official post and wrote, “Paaka paaka dhaan puriyum, poka poka dhaan theriyum. (You will understand only by watching, and you will realize as it goes on.) Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9 | Grand Launch – From October 5.”
More details about Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9
Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9 features Vijay Sethupathi as the host, marking his second consecutive season. While more information about this season’s theme and the contestants is yet to be revealed, fans are eagerly anticipating Sethupathi’s unique charisma and engaging hosting style to once again steal the show.
About Bigg Boss Tamil 8
Bigg Boss Tamil Season 8 premiered on JioHotstar (then Disney+Hotstar) and Vijay TV on October 6, 2024. The show ran for 105 days and featured 24 housemates, including wild-card entries.
The 8th season of the show introduced Vijay Sethupathi’s debut as a host. Before him, Kamal Haasan had hosted the show for 7 consecutive seasons before stepping down to focus on his theatrical ventures.
The finale of Bigg Boss Tamil 8 took place on January 19, 2025, with Muthukumaran Jegatheesan taking home the crown. Meanwhile, Darbar actress Soundariya Nanjundan finished as the runner-up on the show.
Vijay Sethupathi’s recent films
Vijay Sethupathi was last seen in the lead role for the romantic action comedy Thalaivan Thalaivii, co-starring with Nithya Menen and directed by Pandiraaj.
Looking ahead, the actor is currently filming for his next project with director Puri Jagannadh, tentatively titled PuriSethupathi. The upcoming film is touted to be an action entertainer with Samyuktha and Tabu playing pivotal roles.
In addition, Sethupathi also has the Mysskin directorial Train in his lineup of releases.
At a recent event in Dubai, Kamal Haasan confirmed what cinephiles have waited decades to hear: he and Rajinikanth will share the screen again after 46 years. Their last joint outing was in Allauddinum Arputha Vilakkum (1979), where Kamal played the lead and Rajini took on the antagonist’s role.
With a playful analogy, Kamal explained why the reunion took so long. “Back then, we used to share one biscuit. Later, we wanted one each. Now we have decided to share again. The audience will decide if it is truly a ‘Tharamaana Sambavam’.” His words drew laughter, applause and instant buzz online.
He also put to rest the long-standing narrative of rivalry. “It was never between us. We have always been friends. Competition was something others imagined,” he said, making it clear that this collaboration is rooted in respect and camaraderie. Kamal added that they had often spoken about producing films for one another but the timing had never worked out until now.
Lokesh Kanagaraj in the Mix
Details about the new project remain a mystery. There is no official word on the title, cast or release date. The strongest speculation is that Lokesh Kanagaraj, who has delivered some of the biggest Tamil hits in recent years, will be directing.
Lokesh has previously teamed up with both stars. He gave Kamal one of his biggest recent successes with Vikram and directed Rajinikanth in this year’s blockbuster Coolie. If he does helm this reunion, it will be the ultimate coming together of three of Tamil cinema’s biggest names.
Rajinikanth’s Coolie collected over ₹500 crore at the box office and quickly headed to streaming. Kamal, meanwhile, recently worked with Mani Ratnam on Thug Life and has Indian 3 and KH237 in progress. For both actors to clear their schedules for a joint project underlines just how special this film will be.
A Historic Return
Kamal and Rajini were the face of Tamil cinema’s golden age in the 70s and 80s. From Apoorva Raagangal and Moondru Mudichu to 16 Vayathinile, their films defined an era and set the benchmark for on-screen partnerships. Each brought a unique style to their roles while enhancing the other’s presence.
Nearly five decades later, the excitement surrounding their reunion speaks for itself. Fans across generations are eager to see how the duo’s chemistry translates in today’s cinematic landscape. Kamal put it simply at the awards: “This may surprise many in the industry, but for us it was inevitable.”
A popular actress in South cinema who is known for acting and dancing skills, became one of the most sensational talents in cinema. The actress is also known to have a strong personality even landing her in a controversy over her words.
Yes, we are talking about one of the most graceful actresses ever, Sai Pallavi. Let’s take a quick look into the celebrity’s filmography and personal life.
Sai Pallavi: From medical student to leading actress
Sai Pallavi started off her career in cinema at an early age, acting in uncredited role as junior artist in Tamil films like Kasthuri Maan and Jayam Ravi’s Dhaam Dhoom. Along with acting in a few advertisements, the actress had also made her appearance as a child in dance reality shows, despite not having formal training.
Moving ahead with her career in medicine, the actress ventured to Tbilisi, Georgia. In 2014, while pursuing her studies, director Alphonse Puthren contacted her for a film who was apparently calling her a second time in a span of six years.
However, Pallavi initially thought the director was a stalker and was considering lodging a complaint until all the misunderstandings were cleared by the director. After their introduction and the movie being offered, Sai Pallavi ventured into her debut role as Malar in Nivin Pauly starrer Premam, becoming a sensational hit.
Check out Nivin Pauly starrer Premam celebrating its 5th anniversary:
Interestingly, the actress had performed in the movie while pursuing her studies and also choreographed one of the dance scenes in the movie. Later on, the actress went on to feature in the lead role for her second film in Malayalam after taking a break from her studies. This led her to star opposite Dulquer Salmaan in the 2016 movie Kali.
By the year 2017, the actress ventured into Telugu cinemas, expanding her cinematic career to other languages. Her first film in Tollywood was the romantic comedy called Fidaa, starring Varun Tej Konidela and directed by Sekhar Kammula.
The character Bhanumati played by Pallavi was a strong-minded and feisty village girl which showcased a whole new layer in her performances. Soon after, she was also seen playing the lead role in the film MCA: Middle Class Abbayi with Nani which was also a hit.
Moving ahead, the actress went on to make her debut in Tamil films with movies like Diya and later on Dhanush starrer Maari 2. The film despite being met with mixed reviews featured the song Rowdy Baby composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja which shattered viewing records on YouTube, commending both the actors’ energetic dance performances.
Check out the song Rowdy Baby from Maari 2:
The actress later on featured in the lead role for the film Padi Padi Leche Manasu which eventually turned out to be a commercial failure. According to reports, owing to the film’s bad performance, the actress had refused to accept her full remuneration for the movie.
Moving ahead in her career, the actress acted in her third Malayalam film called Athiran with Fahadh Faasil and made her appearance opposite Suriya for the film, NGK. Over the last few years, the actress has collaborated with director Sekhar Kammula for the film Love Story featuring Naga Chaitanya in the lead role. Additionally reuniting with Nani for her next movie, Shyam Singha Roy.
Later on, she also acted in films like Virata Parvam opposite Rana Daggubati and even took up the lead role for Richie director Gautham Ramachandran’s film Gargi, after Jyothika refused.
Further ahead, the actress is all set to play the lead roles in films like Amaran starring Sivakarthikeyan and co-produced by Kamal Haasan. Besides the upcoming Tamil film, she will also be playing the lead in Naga Chaitanya’s Thandel and also star in Bollywood movies like Ranbir Kapoor-Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana and Junaid Khan’s untitled film.
Sai Pallavi’s personal life
Sai Pallavi Senthamarai Kannan was born in a Badaga family to Senthamarai Kannan and Radha, from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The actress also has a younger sister called Pooja Kannan who has also been part of films.
Despite having her hometown in Kotagiri, the actress was raised in Coimbatore, after which she went to Tbilisi to pursue her medicinal studies. Even though she has completed her studies and certification, the actress has not yet registered as a medical practitioner in India.
Sai Pallavi is also adept at speaking languages like Badaga, Tamil, English, Hindi, and Gregorian. Owing to her career, the actress later on also learned Malayalam, Telugu, and Kannada languages.
Moreover, the actress is often known to have strong opinions and remarks about her standings, which even led her to reject a Rs 2 crore deal for endorsing a fairness cream. Furthermore, the actress had also once hit the headlines for her controversial comments about the film, The Kashmir Files.
The actress’ questions after comparing the film’s instance to cow vigilantism led to widespread criticism online which led to her issuing a clarification on her statements being misinterpreted. She also added that she would neither trivialize a tragedy nor be comfortable with mob lynchings.
Ajay Devgn and Tabu starrer Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha has been in the news. The movie is about a simple love story but there are many twists and turns in it. The trailer of the film has received all the love and people are excited to see Ajay Devgn and Tabu in a new avatar. The film also stars Shantanu Maheshwari, Saiee Manjrekar, Jimmy Shergill and others. Shantanu and Saiee play the younger version of Ajay and Tabu in the film. The songs of the film have also been quite popular and have been everyone’s favourite already. The film was supposed to release on July 5 but there were reports that the film might get postponed. Also Read – Auron Mein Kaha Dum Tha: Is Ajay Devgn and Tabu starrer getting postponed due to Prabhas?
Apart from this, July 5 also has Karan Johar’s Kill releasing and hence, the makers of Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha wanted to postponed. Now, the makers have confirmed that the film will not release on July 5. The makers released a statement, “Dear friends, on request of the exhibitors and the distribution fraternity, we have collectively decided to shift the release date of our film, Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha… New Release date to be announced soon.”
Well, it will be interesting to see when will the movie release now. The actors have been busy promoting the film all this while. Ajay Devgn also has Singham Again releasing during Diwali and it is one of the most awaited movies.
Kamal Haasan is making headlines for his impactful role in the sci-fi film Kalki 2898 AD. However, the star had a short role in the Nag-Ashwin directorial led by Prabhas, appearing only in an extended cameo. Now, he has revealed what’s next for his terrifying character.
At a press conference in Chennai, Kamal Haasan assured fans that they will see more of him as Supreme Yaskin in Kalki 2898 AD Part 2. He shared, “In Kalki, I have played a small role that makes an appearance for a few minutes only. My real part in the film has only begun and I will have more to do in the second part. So, I watched this film as a fan and I was astonished.”
He further added, “We have been seeing many signifiers that Indian cinema is moving towards global entertainment, and Kalki 2898 AD is one among them. Nag Ashwin carefully handled the subject of mythology without any religious bias.”
Kalki 2898 AD ended on a cliffhanger. The film sets up a sequel as Kamal Haasan’s Yaskin gears up to enter the battlefield.
Kalki 2898 AD has released in theatres today after much anticipation. The movie stars Prabhas, Kamal Haasan, Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Disha Patani in key roles and is directed by Nag Ashwin. Ever since it was announced, there has been great excitement amongst fans to see what this director-actor duo has in store. Especially, with the sci-fi theme and claims that it is nothing Indian cinema has experimented with or witnessed before. But does the team succeed in creating a never seen before experience? Check out our quick movie review of Kalki 2898 AD first half to know it all. Also Read – Kalki 2898 AD: Nani gives a big shout out to Prabhas starrer; terms it as ‘Internationally slick content oriented’ film
Kalki 2898 AD begins in an alternate universe and is a perfect blend of mythology and modernity. The setting is mesmerizing and the storyline gripping and will have you expecting the unexpected from the very start. Prabhas (Bhairava) takes his own sweet time to finally reveal himself on the screen but his entry is absolutely seeti-maar. The first half is spent in taking the audience inside the world of 2898 AD and introduction of key characters like Yaskin (Kamal Haasan), Sumathi (Deepika Padukone) and Ashwatthama (Amitabh Bachchan). However, the pace is a little slow till you finally reach a gripping turn right before the interval. Also Read – Kalki 2898 AD movie review: Prabhas, Deepika Padukone starrer leaves masses mind-blown; call its VFX ‘extraordinary’
The setting is spectacular and the perfect big screen experience. And the larger than life characters make the storyline all the more interesting. We wait to see the second half where the destroyer and the savior will take on each other and await some more visually spectacular action scenes. So far the film has kept it’s promise to stun audience with an intriguing storyline and visual experience. But yet there is a lot that remains to be seen. There are some unexpected cameos in the first half and more lined up in the second half as well. However, despite such a cast and character heavy narrative, everyone seems to have their well deserved space in the storyline, even the AI assistance Bujji.
Check out the top video from Kalki 2898 AD event held in Mumbai
This is the Kalki 2898 AD review of the first half. Stay tuned for the full review coming up soon on BollywoodLife.
Who isn’t a fan of the movie Indian (Hindustani)? The film came out in 1996 and it starred Kamal Haasan, Manisha Koirala, Urmila Matondkar and others. It got all the love and the entires industry celebrated it. Now, Kamal Haasan is back with the second part of the movie. Yes, we are all eagerly waiting for Hindustani 2 (Indian 2). In this film, along with Kamal Haasan, we also have Siddharth, Kajal Aggarwal, Rakul Preet Singh, Priya Bhavani Shankar, Gulshan Grover, Bobby Simha, Guru Somasundaram, and Samuthirakani in important roles. Also Read – Hindustani 2 to be followed by Hindustani 3, Kamal Haasan has already shot an emotional and difficult scene for the sequel
The actor spoke a lot about the movie and also about his incredible journey in the industry. He was asked about directing a great superstar like Shah Rukh Khan.
He recalled directing Shah Rukh Khan for Hey Ram and also revealed that SRK did that movie for free. He shared that when they work together, they are all just people. He said, “I didn’t see him as a superstar and he doesn’t see me as a super director. We are friends. As a matter of fact, Shah Rukh Khan did Hey Ram for free. That cannot be done by a superstar but only by a fan and a good actor. I am so thankful to him.”
Watch Indian 2 trailer video
Kamal Haasan also shared how he has been a fan of Dilip Kumar and that nobody knows he used to come to Mumbai every year in December for Dilip Kumar’s birthday. He shared that he used to come and kneel down and kiss Dilip Kumar’s hand.
During the launch, it was also revealed that after Hindustani 2, we will also get to see Hindustani 3. Kamal Haasan has already shot for the movie. Hindustani 2 will release in the theatres on July 12 and is directed by Shankar Shanmugham
Kalki 2898 AD: Kamal Haasan waited 3 weeks for Amitabh Bachchan’s Sholay
Kalki 2898 AD is one of the most anticipated films of the year. Directed by Nag Ashwin, the sci-fi film features Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone and more. The film’s cast got together for an event in Mumbai ahead of its release.
At the event today, Kamal Haasan took to the stage with Amitabh Bachchan as the latter handed him the first-day first show ticket for Kalki 2898 AD. Kamal then went on to recall his excitement for Sholay.
“I waited three weeks to watch that film. I know there are many fans who waited ike me to watch Sholay. And I never thought I’d be here to receive the first day, first show ticket from Mr. Amitabh Bachchan.”
He added, “I was a film technician, now I’m an actor. It’s like nothing has changed.”
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh brought joy to their fans with the announcement of their first child, expected in September 2024. Following this exciting news, the couple made their inaugural public appearance together as they journeyed to attend the pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar.
A widely circulated video captured Ranveer shielding his wife amidst a massive crowd in Jamnagar, graciously accepting congratulations from well-wishers. This protective gesture evoked memories of how Ranveer ensured Deepika’s safety at Mumbai airport immediately after their wedding.
Then vs Now moments of Ranveer Singh-Deepika Padukone will leave you melting
As Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone reached the Jamnagar Airport, they were met with a spectacle beyond their imagination—a sea of fans and flashing cameras, all abuzz with excitement over their pregnancy announcement. Amidst the whirlwind of chaos, Ranveer transformed into a gallant protector, steadfastly ensuring Deepika’s safety as they gracefully wove through the enthusiastic crowd towards their waiting car.
This moment served as a flashback to 2018, when the duo returned from their fairy-tale wedding in Italy, only to be enveloped in a frenzy of paparazzi and adoring fans in Mumbai. Back then, the Padmaavat actor had enveloped his new bride in his arms, shielding her from the frenzy, much like he now protects the soon-to-be mother of his child.
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Another moment reminiscent of 2018 was when the couple departed for their destination wedding in Italy. Clad in matching all-white attire, they radiated a timeless elegance, mirroring their recent appearance after the pregnancy announcement. Both occasions marked significant milestones for the couple, evoking the verse, “Does it ever drive you crazy, just how fast the night changes?”
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh’s work front
Ranveer and Deepika are all set to star in Singham Again, a cop movie helmed by Rohit Shetty. It will be interesting to see if the pair will share the screen space in this film. The action-packed movie boasts a star-studded cast featuring Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Arjun Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tiger Shroff, and others.
In addition to this thrilling project, Ranveer is also gearing up for the much-anticipated Don 3 alongside Kiara Advani, while Deepika is awaiting the release of Kalki 2898 AD, a futuristic sci-fi adventure featuring Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan and Disha Patani.
“Kalki 2898 AD,” the Indian sci-fi epic starring Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani, will release theatrically worldwide on May 9. The date was unveiled across Indian cities Varanasi, Mumbai, Delhi, Chandigarh, Chennai, Madurai, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Guntur, Bhimavaram, Kashmir and Vijayawada by actors in the raider costumes featured in the film.
The film, which is directed by Nag Ashwin and backed by Vyjayanthi Movies, was teased at the San Diego Comic-Con last year. While a budget for the film has not been revealed, Variety understands that it is in the region of $75 million, which will make it one of the most expensive Indian films of all time.
Vyjayanthi Movies founder and producer C. Ashwini Dutt said: “As Vyjayanthi Movies marked its 50th year, the importance of May 9 in our cinematic journey remains evident. From the iconic ‘Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari’ to the award-winning ‘Mahanati’ and ‘Maharshi,’ this date has etched its place in our history. Now, the release of ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ featuring gifted artists like Amitabh Bachchan, Prabhas, Kamal Haasan and Deepika Padukone marks a special moment for us and aligns with the banner’s milestone 50th year, making it even more meaningful as we continue our journey at Vyjayanthi Movies.”
CONCERT TOUR
U.S. rapper G-Eazy is touring India for the first time. Produced by Spacebound, backers of popular Indian dance music festival Sunburn, the concerts will be at Bengaluru on Feb. 10, New Delhi on Feb. 11 and Mumbai on Feb. 15. G-Easy will be joined by local hip-hop support acts, who will be revealed imminently.
G-Eazy said: “Namaste India! I’m beyond excited to bring my music to the incredible fans in a place that I’ve heard so many amazing stories about. This marks my first-ever tour in the country, and I can’t wait to experience the energy and enthusiasm that Indian audiences are known for. Get ready for an unforgettable night – we’re going to make history together.”
A lot has already been said about Kalki 2898 AD’s historic debut at San Diego Comic-Con. The film, formerly referred to as Project K, created history by becoming the first ever Indian film to debut at the global event. Now, the makers have released a video that encompasses the film’s journey from Project K to Kalki 2898 AD.
The video is sure to hit you right in the feels as it captures the momentous moment up close and personal. The video is certainly going to pull at the heartstrings of those who watch it and remind them how big of a feat Kalki 2898 AD has achieved with this Comic-Con debut.
Audience collectively chants once more after the teaser of Kalki 2898 AD debut at Comic-Con
Relive Prabhas and Kamal Haasan starrer film’s journey from Project K to Kalki 2898 AD
The video encapsulating Kalki 2898 AD’s Comic-Con journey was shared by the film’s production company, Vyjayanthi Movies. Even though the video is less than 2 minutes long, it perfectly captures the euphoria among fans who witnessed the film’s debut at Comic-Con. Amitabh Bachchan was not physically present at Comic-Con but instead joined the film’s team via Zoom.
Those who were present at the event were Prabhas, Nag Ashwin, Kamal Haasan, and Rana Daggubati, while Deepika Padukone chose to skip Comic-Con. The film is bankrolled by Vyjayanthi Movies, and producers C Aswani Dutt, Swapna Dutt, and Priyanka Dutt were also present at the event.
The most heartfelt moment in the video belonged to Aswani Dutt when he said, “It took 50 years of my hard work to reach Amitji, Kamalji, and my friend Prabhas”. While he mentioned the latter’s name, he also gently patted the Saaho actor’s back. The audience could not stop their cheers and claps after the debut of the teaser. When the fans chanted once more, the teaser was played again at the venue.
Truly, the video is enough proof that the success of Kalki 2898 AD at a global level is something for the entire country to be proud of. Hopefully, the film will be successful in getting similar responses from the audience. The Nag Ashwin directorial aims high and has gone all out with its ambition.
IIFA 2023 was a starry affair. Hrithik Roshan won the award for Best Actor for Vikram Vedha. The actor gave us some of the best moments of the event when he danced on Ek Pal Ka Jeena on stage with Abhishek Bachchan and Vicky Kaushal. A moment from the green carpet of IIFA has caught the attention of people on social media. Hrithik Roshan is seen on the carpet while a person screams loudly, “Greek God of Bollywood”. The paparazzi tell the person to shut up. Hrithik Roshan holds his stomach as he bursts out laughing. As we know, he has been christened with that name due to his drop dead gorgeous good looks. Also Read – IIFA 2023: Babil Khan wins over netizens; Qala actor’s smile and humility reminds fans of late Irrfan [Watch Video]
Take a look at the video of Hrithik Roshan at IIFA 2023
Hrithik Roshan fans are celebrating his win for Vikram Vedha. The film, which was made on a budget of Rs 180 crores did not recover well at the box office. Hrithik Roshan has written that Vikram Vedha is one of the most special movies of his career. His fans feel that the box office failure of the movie should not deter him from choosing diverse roles. He delivered a powerful performance in the movie. Also Read – IIFA 2023 complete winners list: Hrithik Roshan, Alia Bhatt, Drishyam 2 bag top honours; Brahmastra gets maximum nods
We can see that his fans are on cloud nine. Now, Hrithik Roshan has the maximum number of IIFA 2023 Best Actor awards. He has five awards now. Hrithik Roshan confirmed that Jr NTR is going to be on WAR 2. He has Fighter coming up at the start of January 2024 in the Republic Day weekend. The Indian paparazzi has captured global attention after the NMACC event. The way they addressed Tom Holland, Zendaya and others were hilarious. Also Read – IIFA 2023: Kamal Haasan calls The Kerala Story a ‘propaganda film’ [Watch]
Kamal Haasan is one of the most popular actors in the film industry. Apart from being a great actor, he is also a producer, writer, and politician. Now, we have got proof that he is a photographer too. Yes, he posted a photo of himself flexing his photography skills.
Kamal Haasan took to Instagram and shared a photo of himself holding a camera and clicking a picturesque location. The background shows rocks and water, it looks like it’s beach or sea. He wrote in the caption, “Always moved by still life”. The pic is currently going viral on social media. Fans took to the comment section and mentioned they are waiting for him to don the director’s hat again.
Kamal Haasan is multifaceted and known for donning roles. Be it acing hosting skills with Bigg Boss Tamil or bankrolling under his production house. Currently, the superstar is busy shooting for his upcoming film Indian 2.
Check out Kamal Haasan’s photo here:
About Indian 2
On May 9, director Shankar took to Twitter and shared an update about Indian 2. The actor has commenced the shoot of silver bullet sequences in Chennai. Prior to this, he shot for the climax shoot of the film in South Africa.
The movie is the continuation of Indian, which was released in 1998 and will narrate a new episode in Kamal Haasan’s character Senapathy’s life. Indian 2 is a pan-Indian film and will release in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Malayalam. However, an official release date is yet to be announced. In fact, it is to be noted that no major updates about the film have been announced so far.
Bankrolled by Lyca Productions in association with Red Giant Movies, the film’s cast also includes names like Rakul Preet Singh, Kajal Aggarwal, Siddharth, Gulshan Grover, Priya Bhavani Shankar, Samuthirakani, Bobby Simha, Guru Somasundaram, Delhi Ganesh, Jayaprakash and Vennela Kishore, among others. Anirudh Ravichander has scored the music for the highly-talked-about drama.
Ponniyin Selvan 2 starring Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Chiyaan Vikram, Karthi and more is releasing in just a couple of hours. The historical epic by Mani Ratnam has been divided into two parts. And now, all eyes are on how well the movie will perform at the box office tomorrow. Will Ponniyin Selvan 2 break the opening-day record of Ponniyin Selvan 1? Will the magnum opus be able to surpass the collections of its predecessor and emerge more successful at the box office? Various Trade experts have weighed their expertise and analysis about PS 2.
Will Ponniyin Selvan 2 break PS 1’s opening record?
Ponniyin Selvan 2 by Mani Ratnam is one of the most anticipated films of the year. The first part of the movie was released last year and the second part is coming out tomorrow. The Jayam Ravi, Chiyaan Vikram, Karthi, Trisha Krishnan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan starrer’s buzz, trade expert says is relatively less compared to the first part. The cast and crew have been promoting PS 2 across the country. Talking about the Ponniyin Selvan 2 box office prediction, trade expert Girish Johar feels that the movie will do as well as the first part did. He believes the movie might d a business of Rs 25 crores on Day 1 and an additional Rs 2 crores in Hindi. All in gross, across the country, he believes PS 2 will open at Rs 30 crores. As per Sacnilk, PS 1 did a business of Rs 34 crores nett.
Another trade expert, Ramesh Bala believes that Ponniyin Selvan 2 might do a business of about Rs 15 crores in Tamil Nadu alone. As per Bala, the movie might open at Rs 20-25 crores nationwide on day 1 and it might pick up business over the weekend. As per early reports, Ponniyin Selvan 2 has already done business of Rs 11 crores in pre-sales. Ramesh Bala believes that Ponniyin Selvan 2 might take a slow start but will eventually surpass the collections of PS 1.
As per Sacnilk, PS 1 minted about Rs 39 crores gross on day 1. It continued running successfully over a period of 7 weeks. The Nett India collection of PS 1 is about Rs 266.4 crores. The Ponniyin Selvan 1 worldwide Collections stand at about Rs 488.36 crores with international business of about Rs 175 crores. A report on OTTplay.com states that the Mani Ratnam movie PS 2 has a chance of doing business somewhere in between Rs 600 to Rs 800 crores worldwide.
Actor-turned-politician and Makkal Needhi Maiam founder Kamal Haasan, on Wednesday evening, has been admitted to Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre (SRMC), a private hospital in Chennai. Haasan “was admitted on 23.11.22 with mild fever, cough and cold. He is recovering well and will be discharged in a day or two,” revealed a statement from the hospital.
The press release, issued by the hospital on Thursday, said, “He is recovering well and will be discharged in a day to two.” Abbas, a spokesperson of Haasan’s party MNM, as per a NDTV report, told, “Sir experienced mild fever and cough as he returned from Hyderabad last night. Since his home is far away from the hospital, he chose to get admitted. He is doing fine and nothing serious”.
Recently, Haasan posted on Instagram that he met veteran filmmaker K Viswanath at his Hyderabad residence. Haasan, in his post, wrote, “Met the master #k.viswanath sir at his home. Lots of nostalgia and respect!!”
Earlier, the duo had collaborated in award-winning movies like Swati Muthiyam and Sagara Sangamam.
Haasan, who was last seen hosting Bigg Boss Tamil on Vijay TV, was also shooting for a Tamil movie ‘Indian-2’, directed by Shankar. Haasan’s last feature film was Vikram, which also stars Fahadh Faasil and Vijay Sethupathy. Vikram which was a blockbuster at the box office.
Haasan, who has worked in more than 230 films in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Hindi, has earned the pan-Indian superstar title.
His movies like Nayakan, Indian, Hey Ram, Kuruthipunal, Swathi Muthyam, Vishwaroopam, Saagar, and Dasavathaaram have also been on the list of critically acclaimed movies. Apart from being an actor, Haasan is also a successful filmmaker and screenwriter.
Moreover, Haasan is also likely to be reuniting with filmmaker Mani Ratnam for an untitled project after 35 years. They both had worked together in the 1987 film Nayakan.
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