Sunit Jangir

Sunit Jangir

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As a Senior Editor at Sacnilk, Sunit Jangir leads our coverage on Indian cinema, box office analytics, and global entertainment trends. Passionate about Cricket, Sunit Jangir is an avid sports lover. He finds inspiration in other people's life stories and try to absorb them. Though introvert by nature, he doesn't feel shy when the topic is cinema and sports, particularly cricket.

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Ali Abbas Zafar Put Rumours To Rest As He Begins Location Recce For Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff's 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan'
1432 days ago
Bollywood

Ali Abbas Zafar Put Rumours To Rest As He Begins Location Recce For Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff's 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan'

Mumbai, July 23 - Pooja Entertainment had earlier in the year announced one of its biggest films Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, featuring two generations stars Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. Ali Abbas Zafar was announced to write and direct this biggie. However, there haven't been any updates since then from the makers. ## The lack of official updates led to many rumors on social media about the movie. Since the movie has been announced to be made on a huge scale and budget, rumors surfaced online that the makers have shelved the movie as the budget was reportedly going over. But now, the latest post of Ali Abbas Zafar has put all the rumors to rest. ## Ali Zafar has confirmed through social media that the movie is very much on track to start production soon and he has already started the location recce for the same. The movie will be shot the multiple locations in India and abroad and the shooting is expected to begin in January next year. ## Location Hunt for much awaited biggie "Bade Miyan Chote Miyan" begins 🤩🔥... A Pan India Action Entertainer Directed By #AliAbbasZafar Starring #AkshayKumar #TigerShroff #BMCM pic.twitter.com/dkpFD2n4Qw— Bhushan Khiladi (@Bhushanadhau1) July 23, 2022 ## The title of the film is taken from Amitabh Bachchan and Govinda's 1998 blockbuster film, however, it is not a remake and will be made on an original script. Written and directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, BMCM is an out-and-out action entertainer with some comic moments.## "Bade Miyan Chote Miyan" is touted to be the biggest action film in Bollywood produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, Jackky Bhagnani, Himanshu Kishan Mehra, and Ali Abbas Zafar under the banners of Pooja Entertainment and AAZ films. It will be a Pan India film and will release on Christmas 2023. ## Stay tuned...

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T-Series Celebrates Big Win At 68th National Film Awards
1432 days ago
Bollywood

T-Series Celebrates Big Win At 68th National Film Awards

Mumbai, July 23 - Bhushan Kumar-headed production company T-Series has had one of the greatest moments at the 68th National Film Awards, announced on July 22 in New Delhi. The studio scored 6 National Awards, making it the highest ever award for it in a single year. ## T-Series backed "Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior", starring Ajay Devgn, won three National Awards. The movie was announced Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment of 2020 while it also won the Best Actor award for Ajay Devgn, 3rd in his career along with winning Best Costume Design award. It was co-produced by Ajay Devgn FFilms.## Apart from "Tanhaji", T-Series' sports drama "Toolsidas Junior" grabbed two National Awards, including the Best Hindi Feature Film and Special Jury Mention for Varun Buddhadev. Manoj Muntashir won National Award for Best Lyrics in Prineeti Chopra-starrer "Saina", which is the biopic of Indian Badminton legend Saina Nehwal.## "We hold extreme joy and pride in announcing one of the greatest moments for T-Series. Our heart-winning films Toolsidas Junior, Saina, and Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior are now the winners of the 68th National Film Awards! Delighted to be part of this grand victory!", T-Series wrote on Twitter. ## We hold extreme joy and pride in announcing one of the greatest moments for T-Series. Our heart winning films Toolsidas Junior, Saina, and Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior are now the winners of the 68th National Film Awards! Delighted to be part of this grand victory! pic.twitter.com/59UR6TAONb— T-Series (@TSeries) July 22, 2022 ## Stay tuned...

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'Avengers: Endgame' Director Reveals Craziest Reaction He Seen of His Film In India
1432 days ago
Hollywood

'Avengers: Endgame' Director Reveals Craziest Reaction He Seen of His Film In India

Mumbai, July 23 - The star Hollywood filmmakers Joe Russo and Anthony Russo, collectively known as the Russo Brothers, were in India recently to promote their film "The Gray Man", which also stars Dhanush. The movie has been released on Netflix. ## Russo Brothers are famous for directing Marvel epic blockbusters "Avengers: Infinity War" and "Avengers: Endgame". The director duo also gained popularity among the Indian audiences, thanks last two Avengers films within Marvel Cinematic Universe. Both the movies were huge blockbusters at the Indian box office with "Endgame" becoming the highest-grossing Hollywood movie in the country. ## During the screening of the aforementioned two films, fans recorded some of the moments in those movies in theaters. Joe Russo was asked about the craziest theater reaction he has seen to his film in India. He shared that one of the videos they loved was during "Infinity War" when Thor enters the scene and audiences went bonkers for that. ## "There are a lot of these fan videos going around of people's reaction in movie theatres during Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. There's a reaction video of a theatre here (in India) to Thor's arrival in Avengers: Infinity War. It was unlike anything I have ever seen. You couldn't even hear what was going on in the film! I played it for Chris Hemsworth (who played Thor). He had tears in his eyes", Joe Russo said. ## Apart from the final two "Avengers" movies, Russo Brothers have also directed Marvel's "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" and "Captain America: Civil War". While the duo hasn't lined up their next Marvel project yet, they have expressed their wish to direct "Secret Wars", which might be the next Avengers film. ## Stay tuned...

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Amitabh Bachchan, Rashmika Mandanna's 'Goodbye' Sets Theatrical Release Date
1432 days ago
Bollywood

Amitabh Bachchan, Rashmika Mandanna's 'Goodbye' Sets Theatrical Release Date

Mumbai, July 23 - Amitabh Bachchan and Rashmika Mandanna-starrer slice-of-life comedy-drama film Goodbye has been announced to release in theaters on October 7, 2022. Directed by Vikas Bahl, the movie marks Rashmika's Bollywood debut. ## Produced by Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Motion Pictures in association with Vikas Bahl's Good Co., the movie also stars Neena Gupta, Pavail Gulati, Elli AvrRam, Sunil Grover, and Sahil Mehta. The first look still from the movie also revealed. ## #GoodBye is directed by #VikasBahl... Produced by #EktaKapoor in association with #GoodCo.— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 23, 2022 ## Goodbye is a heartwarming story about life, family & relationships. The film will take the audience on a roller-coaster of emotions filled with laughter, warmth & tears. ## Stay tuned...

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Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa - The Rule' To Release In 10 National and International Languages?
1432 days ago
Tollywood

Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa - The Rule' To Release In 10 National and International Languages?

Hyderabad, July 23 - Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna's Pushpa - The Rule will be bigger than the first part on every front. The anticipation around this biggie is keep increasing with each passing day which is tempting the makers to set things high this time around. ## "Pushpa - The Rise", which debuted in theaters in December last year, was released in five Indian languages worldwide. Now, as per the latest reports, "Pushpa 2" will be released in at least 10 national and international languages. It will release in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, while a few more regional languages might also include this time along with English and other foreign languages. ## The makers of the film are currently looking to start production in August or September this year. The hunt for the shooting locations is on and will soon be finalized. As of now, the film is scheduled to release in the second half of 2023, most probably in August. ## Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil will reprise their roles from the first part. A couple of new actors will also be included in the cast. It will be produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Muttamsetty Media. The film will reportedly be made on a budget of 350 crores, which is more than double of "Pushpa - The Rise". ## Stay tuned...

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Tamil Film Industry Rocks 68th National Film Awards With 10 Awards
1432 days ago
India

Tamil Film Industry Rocks 68th National Film Awards With 10 Awards

New Delhi, July 23 - The 68th National Film Awards have been announced for the year 2020. The awards were delayed for two years due to the covid-19 pandemic before returning for 67th National Awards last year to honour the films and artiste of 2019. ## The 68th National Film Awards has been dominated by Tamil Film Industry with 10 awards, including the Indira Gandhi Award for Best Debut Film of a Director. Superstar Suriya's "Soorarai Pottru" won 5 awards including the Best Feature Film of 2020. The movie also won the first National Award for Suriya and Aparna Balamurali for their performances.## "Soorarai Pottru", written and directed by Sudha Kongara, also won National Awards for Best BGM to GV Prakash Kumar and Best Screenplay. "Sivaranjiniyum Innum Sila Pengalum" won three National Awards for Best Feature Film in Tamil, Best Supporting Actress for Lakshmi Priya Chandramouli, and Best Editing for Sreekar Prasad. Yogi Babu's "Mandela" took two honors for Best Screenplay (Dialogues) and Best Debut Film of a Director to Madonne Ashwin. ## Check out - Full List of 68th National Awards Winners## Hindu Film Industry won 8 National Awards. Ajay Devgn scored his 3rd National Award for Best Actor for "Tanhaji" while the movie also won Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment along with Best Costume Design. Manoj Muntashir won the award for Best Lyrics in "Saina". "Toolsidas Junior" was honored with Best Hindi Feature Film.## Marathi Cinema also won 8 National Awards "Funeral" won Best Film on Social Issues while "Sumi" was announced Best Children's Film. Akanksha Pingle and Divyesh Indulkar won Best Child Artist awards for the same film. Rahul Deshpande scored a National award for Best Male Playback Singer for "Mi Vasantrao". ## Malayalam Cinema is too tied with 8 awards. Sachidanandan KR won Best Director for "Ayyappanum Koshiyum" while Biju Menon won Best Supporting Actor and Nanjiyamma won Best Female Playback Singer for the same film. The Best Stunt Choreography award also won by "Ayyappanum Koshiyum" while Best Production Design and Best Audiography awards were won by "Kappela" and "Malik", respectively. Telugu and Kannada film industries grabbed 3 National Awards each while Bengali won two awards, ## Stay tuned...

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Samantha Ruth Prabhu Reveals Why She Chose Acting As A Profession
1433 days ago
Bollywood

Samantha Ruth Prabhu Reveals Why She Chose Acting As A Profession

Mumbai, July 22 - South Indian beauty who will soon be venturing into the Hindi film industry, Samantha Ruth Prabhu is one of the most popular actresses in the country. Sam has proved her worth as an actor by doing versatile roles in South Indian cinema. ## Samantha recently appeared on filmmaker Karan Johar's talk show "Koffee With Karan". The actress made her debut on the show alongside Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar. Sam opened up on many things about her and also revealed that acting was not on her plans as a career. ## During the show, Sam revealed that she chose acting as things were hard at her home. "I didn't have a choice actually, coming into this profession, because things were hard at home", she said. "We didn't have much money to study further. But then... I am really glad. When my father said no, I can't pay your loans, that changed my life forever", she added.## The "Majili" has been in news for her divorce from ex-husband Naga Chaitanya. The media had accused Sam of asking for alimony from the Akkineni family. Opening about the same on the show, Sam said that the worst thing she has read about herself is that "I took Rs 250 crore in alimony". Adding further, she said, "First they made up the story about the alimony, Rs 250 crores. Then they realized that this doesn't seem like a believable story". ## Meanwhile, Samantha will soon be making her Bollywood. She has reportedly been paired with Ayushmann Khurrana. She will also be headlining Aditya Dhar's magnum opus "The Immortal Ashwatthama" opposite Vicky Kaushal in the title role. ## Stay tuned...

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68th National Film Awards: Full List of Winners
1433 days ago
India

68th National Film Awards: Full List of Winners

New Delhi, July 22 - The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, has announced the winners of the 68th National Film Awards on Friday (July 22) in New Delhi. This year's National Award ceremony honored films from 2020, across several categories. ## Tamil superstar Suriya's critically hailed biographical drama film "Soorarai Pottru" won 5 National Awards, including Best Actor and Actress for Suriya and Aparna Balamurali and Best Feature Film. Ajay Devgn's mega-blockbuster "Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior" won National Award for Providing Wholesome Entertainment while Ajay was also honored with the Best Actor award. ## Earlier today, a 10-member jury led by filmmaker Vipul Shah met Information and Broadcasting minister Anurag Thakur and submitted its report on the 68th National Film Awards for the year 2020. ## Check Out the winners list - ## Best Feature Film - Soorarai Pottru## Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment - Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior## Best Actor - Suriya (Soorarai Pottru) and Ajay Devgn (Tanhaji)## Best Actress - Aparna Balamurali for Soorarai Pottru## Best Director - Sachy (Ayyappanum Koshiyum)## Best Supporting Actor - Biju Menon (Ayyappanum Koshiyam)## Best Supporting Actress - Lakshmi Priya Chandramouli (Sivaranjaniyum Innam Sila Pengallum)## Best Screenplay - Soorarai Pottru## Best Screenplay (Dialogue Writer) - Madonne Ashwin (Mandela)## Best Female Playback Singer - Nanchamma (Ayyappanum Koshiyam)## Best Lyrics - Saina, Manoj Muntashir## Best Audiography (Location Sound Recordist) - Jobin Jayan (Dollu)## Best Audiography (Sound Designer) - Anmol Bhave (Mi Vasantrao)## Best Audiography (Re-recordist of the final mixed track) - Vishnu Govind and Sree Sankar (Malik)## Best Music Direction - Thaman S (Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo)## Best Music Direction (Background Music) - GV Prakash (Soorarai Pottru)## Best Male Playback Singer - Rahul Deshpande (Mi Vasantrao)## Best Cinematography - Supratim Bhol for Avijatrik## Best Costume Design - Nachiket Barve and Mahesh Sherla (Tanhaji)## Best Production Design - Anees Nadodi (Kappela)## Best Choreography - Sandhya Raju (Natyam)## Best Editing - Sreekar Prasad (Sivaranjiniyum Innum Sila Pengalum)## Best Make-up - TV Rambabu (Natyam)## Best Stunt Choreography - Rajasekhar (Mafia Sasi) and Supreme Sunder (Ayyappanum Koshiyum)## Special Mention - Aimee Baruah for Semkhor, Vaanku, June, Kishore Kadam for Avwanchhit & Godakaath, and Varun Buddhadev for Toolsidas Junior## Indira Gandhi Award for Best Debut Film of a Director - Mandela## Best Hindi Film - Toolsidas Junior## Best Kannada Film - Dollu## Best Malayalam Film - Thinkalazhcha Nishchayam## Best Tamil Film - Sivaranjiniyum Innum Sila Pengalum## Best Telugu Film - Colour Photo## Best Haryanvi Film - Dada Lakhmi## Best Dimasa Film - Samkhor## Best Tulu Film - Jeetige## Best Marathi Film - Goshta Eka Paithanichi## Best Bengali Film - Avijatrik## Best Assamese Film - The Bridge## Best Child Artist - Anish Mangesh Gosavi (Tak-Tak)## Best Children's Film - Sumi## Best Film on Environment Conservation/Preservation - Talendanda## Best Film on Social Issue - Funeral## Stay tuned...

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Shamshera Review: Here Is What Audience Talking About Ranbir Kapoor Starrer
1433 days ago
Bollywood

Shamshera Review: Here Is What Audience Talking About Ranbir Kapoor Starrer

Mumbai, July 22 - Ranbir Kapoor's first film in more than 4 years, Shamshera has been released in theaters worldwide today in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. The Karan Malhotra-directed movie has been one of the most anticipated Hindi films that also stars Sanjay Dutt and Vaani Kapoor in prominent roles. ## Produced by Yash Raj Films, Shamshera is set in the fictitious city of Kaza, where a warrior tribe is imprisoned, enslaved, and tortured by a ruthless authoritarian general Shudh Singh. This is the story of a man who became a slave, a slave who became a leader, and then a legend for his tribe. He relentlessly fights for his tribe's freedom and dignity. His name is Shamshera. The high-octane, adrenaline-pumping entertainer is set in the 1800s in the heartland of India.## It is a very important film in the contest Hindi film industry which is looking for a major big hit post pandemic. Unlike previous YRF movies, "Shamshera" created a good buzz among the audiences and now, they are giving their reactions to the movie via Twitter. Have a look - ## #ShamsheraReviewRating -⭐⭐⭐⭐#Shamshera彡 is a big screen adventure,it melts your heart,force you too love it,the concept visuals,direction and undoubtedly Performance carries the oxygen from begining to end.Narration wow ! Must Watch !#Shamshera #RanbirKapoor #SanjayDutt pic.twitter.com/sFYPIC2Fua— Prashant Mishra (@PrashantMi555) July 22, 2022 ## Fantastic public reviews 👌👍🏾#ShamsheraReviewMovie is going to take huge opening 🔥🔥#Shamshera pic.twitter.com/qDvjXeLlQf— दर्शन (@iamDK2810) July 22, 2022 ## I am in theatre write now And I can definitely say #Ranbirkapoor is best actor of this generation as he play every role with such a perfection. Loved him watching in #shamshera . Do not miss this . #ShamsheraReview⭐⭐⭐⭐4*/5*— Amarendra Kumar (@amarendra6560) July 22, 2022 ## #Shamshera Is Outstanding MovieAnd Outstanding performance by #RanbirKapoor 👏👏👏👏#VaaniKapoor Look's Gorgeous 😘#SanjayDutt FantasticRating - - 4🌟#ShamsheraReview pic.twitter.com/FghQwvfCCp— RAKSHABANDHAN ON 11th August |||ShARaD||| (@khiladi_prabhas) July 22, 2022 ## #Shamshera Review:Biggest Takeaways are Ranbir's performance, dialogues, action scenes, BGMs & cinematography 👍On the flipside, some lagging scenes affect the film in 2nd half but the climax makes up for it 👌Good casting also helps 🙂#ShamsheraReview— Kumar Swayam (@RahatJugunu) July 22, 2022 ## #Shamshera basically shows the most Badass version of #RanbirKapoor. Brilliant filmmaking with @Vaaniofficial & @duttsanjay nailing their acts. Do not miss the beginning of the film & #AdityaNarayan song. Best comeback ever. Solid entry.My Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟#ShamsheraReview— Shivam Talreja (@CinemaPointr) July 22, 2022 ## #Shamshera ReviewFIRST HALF:An Entertaining & Decent One 👍#RanbirKapoor Shines (His Voice 😇)Casting Is The Biggest takeaways 👏BGM & Cinematography Is Effective 👌Interval 💯Second Half is the key 🙏#ShamsheraReview #VaaniKapoor #Bollywood pic.twitter.com/lqE1H8mTgL— Kumar Swayam (@RahatJugunu) July 22, 2022 ## Stay tuned...

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Vijay Deverakonda's 'Liger' Trailer Hits Over 50 Million Views In The First 24-Hours
1433 days ago
Bollywood

Vijay Deverakonda's 'Liger' Trailer Hits Over 50 Million Views In The First 24-Hours

Mumbai, July 22 - Vijay Deverakonda and Ananya Pandey-starrer Liger is one of the most anticipated Pan India movies. The sports action drama film is directed by Puri Jagannadh and produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions in association with Puri Connects. ## The trailer of the movie was launched on July 21st and it got a bumper response all over. To put things in numbers, the action-packed trailer scored over 50 million views in the first 24 hours. The Hindi trailer alone received 30.20 million views, followed by Telugu with 16.80 million views, which is a record for tier-2 Telugu actor. ## "Liger" has been shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu and it marks Vijay Deverakonda's Hindi debut. The Hindi trailer views of the movie are surely encouraging for the makers and this should also result in a good opening at the box office. The other versions, including Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, combined scored 3.70 million views. The trailer also got 1.27 million likes during the said period. ## The movie is written and directed by Puri Jagannadh. Vijay Deverakonda stars as the titular MMA fighter boxer alongside Ananya Panday, Ronit Roy, and Ramya Krishna in pivotal roles. American boxer Mike Tyson plays an extended cameo, thus making his acting debut in Indian cinema. ## The film is scheduled to release on August 25 in Hindi and Telugu along with dubbed versions in Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada. ## Stay tuned...

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Ram Charan, Jr. NTR's 'RRR' Sets Release Date In Japan
1434 days ago
Tollywood

Ram Charan, Jr. NTR's 'RRR' Sets Release Date In Japan

Mumbai, July 21 - The magical box office blockbuster, SS Rajamouli's RRR is now gearing up for its theatrical release in Japan. The movie has already made over 1100 crores worldwide and is set to add more to its tally.## In Japan, the period action drama film will debut in theaters this yet on October 21st. The makers have planned to release the movie in around 30 more countries. Ram Charan, during an interview with Deadline, had spoken about the international release plans of the movie and said proceeding with the Japan release as planned. ## Delighted to announce that #RRRMovie is releasing in Japan on 21st Oct, 2022. #RRRinJapan pic.twitter.com/YS4eNGYxE5— RRR Movie (@RRRMovie) July 21, 2022 ## Produced by DVV Entertainment, "RRR" stars Ram Charan, Jr. NTR, Alia Bhatt, and Ajay Devgn, among others in prominent roles. It is a fictional story about two real-life Indian revolutionaries, Alluri Sitarama Raju (Charan) and Komaram Bheem (Rama Rao), and their fight against the British Raj.## Stay tuned...

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Filmmaker Puri Jagannadh Makes A Big Statement On Vijay Deverakonda
1434 days ago
Tollywood

Filmmaker Puri Jagannadh Makes A Big Statement On Vijay Deverakonda

Hyderabad, July 21 - Tollywood heartthrob, Vijay Deverakonda will next be seen in the Pan India movie Liger, directed by maverick Puri Jagannadh. The sports action drama film has been shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu languages, thus, making a Hindi debut for Deverakonda. It also stars Ananya Panday as the female lead alongside Ramya Krishna, and Ronit Roy. ## Produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions in association with Puri Connects, the trailer of "Liger" was launched on Thursday (July 21) during an event in Hyderabad. The trailer has been received well by the netizens as they are showing praise for the star cast of the movie led by Deverakonda. ## Vijay Deverakonda has been one of the biggest rising stars in the Telugu film industry with the help of movies like "Arjun Reddy", "Geetha Govindam", and "Dear Comrade". Puri Jagannadh, who has directed the actor for the first time, makes a big statement about him. The duo is also collaborating for "Jana Gana Mana" which has already begun filming. ## During the trailer launch event, the filmmaker said that Vijay Deverakonda is the next big thing in India and Indian cinema. He has left highly impressed with Deverakonda's commitment to his work and believes that his hard work and passion will lead him to new heights in his career.## "Liger" will be Deverakonda's first Pan India release. He is already looking really excited about the movie and banking high hopes for it. It is scheduled to release on August 25th this year in Hindi and Telugu along with dubbed versions in Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada. ## Stay tuned...

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