June 6, 2026

Ram Charan’s latest blockbuster Peddi continues its impressive run at the box office, maintaining strong momentum on its second day despite being a regular working day.

After opening to a sensational ₹135 crore gross worldwide on Day 1, the sports action drama added another ₹46 crore gross on Day 2, taking its two-day worldwide total to an outstanding ₹181.8 crore gross, according to the makers.

The film is performing exceptionally well across the Telugu states, which remain the primary driving force behind its massive collections. Trade circles note that the second-day hold is particularly encouraging, reflecting strong audience acceptance and positive word-of-mouth.

Adding to the excitement, advance bookings and occupancy rates have shown significant growth for the weekend. With Saturday and Sunday expected to witness a major surge in footfalls, Peddi appears set for another round of record-breaking numbers.

Directed by Buchi Babu Sana and produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru under the Vriddhi Cinemas banner, Peddi stars Ram Charan in the lead role, alongside Janhvi Kapoor. The film’s blend of sports, action, and emotional drama has struck a chord with audiences, helping it emerge as one of the biggest box-office successes of the year.

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Known for his love of cooking, NTR has often spoken about preparing dishes like biryani and mutton curry for his family. But this time, the actor surprised fans by stepping into a different culinary territory baking.

NTR took to Instagram Stories to share a glimpse of his first-ever baking attempt. The photo featured a batch of freshly baked cookies cooling on parchment paper, accompanied by the caption, “My First Bake #BakedNotBought.”

The post quickly caught the attention of fans, who were delighted to see a more personal and playful side of the star. Many joked that NTR had temporarily swapped his signature biryani for baked treats, while others humorously requested that he send them some of the cookies.

Adding to the fun, NTR responded to the reactions with amusing clips featuring comedians Brahmanandam and Paresh Rawal, keeping the light-hearted interaction going.

The simple yet charming update offered fans a refreshing glimpse into NTR’s life away from the camera, proving that the actor is always ready to experiment whether on screen or in the kitchen.

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Director Buchi Babu has responded to the growing criticism surrounding Janhvi Kapoor’s portrayal in Peddi, issuing a public apology and confirming that changes will be made to certain scenes in the film.

The controversy emerged after several critics and moviegoers expressed discomfort with the way Janhvi Kapoor’s character was presented during the early portions of the film. Many felt that the character was unnecessarily sexualized and that some romantic sequences featuring Janhvi and Ram Charan crossed the line into crassness.

Acknowledging the feedback, Buchi Babu stated that he and his team have taken the concerns seriously and decided to modify the portions that sparked criticism.

In a detailed statement, the director emphasized that he has always respected women both on and off screen and clarified that it was never the filmmakers’ intention to objectify or disrespect any female character. However, he admitted that if audiences perceived certain scenes that way, their sentiments deserved to be heard and respected.

“Cinema should entertain, inspire, and connect with audiences. It should never make anyone feel uncomfortable or disrespected,” Buchi Babu said, while offering a sincere apology to those who were offended by the portrayal.

The director further revealed that the team has already reviewed the feedback and initiated changes to the concerned scenes. He noted that filmmaking is an evolving process and that storytellers have a responsibility to remain sensitive to changing audience perspectives.

The move has drawn attention across social media, with many viewers appreciating the director’s willingness to acknowledge criticism and take corrective action. Whether the revised version will alter public perception of Janhvi Kapoor’s character remains to be seen, but Buchi Babu’s response marks a rare instance of a filmmaker openly addressing audience concerns and implementing changes after release.

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Rajesh Exports has come under intense scrutiny after market regulator Sebi alleged possible inflation of revenues worth ₹15.15 lakh crore across its subsidiaries and ordered a fresh forensic audit.

The interim order triggered a sharp sell-off in the stock, with shares hitting the lower circuit for two consecutive sessions. Sebi has also barred promoter-chairman Rajesh Mehta from accessing the securities market pending further investigation.

While the latest action has brought Rajesh Exports into the spotlight, concerns about the company’s financial reporting are not new. For more than a decade, analysts and investor-rights advocates questioned how the Bengaluru-based gold giant consistently reported massive revenues while generating relatively thin profits.

One of the earliest public examinations came in 2014, when financial publication Moneylife highlighted apparent mismatches between the company’s reported turnover and its employee costs, administrative expenses, assets, and borrowings. Similar concerns resurfaced over the years, particularly regarding the gap between Rajesh Exports’ enormous sales figures and modest earnings.

According to Sebi, nearly 97-99% of the company’s consolidated income during FY21-FY25 came from subsidiaries and branches. The regulator has raised concerns over subsidiary disclosures, related-party transactions, and access to overseas financial records.

Rajesh Exports has denied any wrongdoing, stating that its revenues are accurately reported and attributing the issue to a communication gap with the regulator. The company said it is cooperating with Sebi and submitting the required documents.

As Sebi’s investigation continues, the regulator’s findings have reignited long-standing questions surrounding one of India’s highest-revenue listed companies.

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The latest week brings an extensive slate of movies and web series across major streaming platforms, featuring content in multiple languages and genres ranging from romance and action to documentaries and thrillers.

Netflix

29 The Film – Romantic Drama (Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam & Hindi)
Maa Behen – Comedy Drama (Hindi, Telugu, Tamil & English)
Office Romance – Romantic Comedy (English)
David – Animation Drama (English)
I Can Only Imagine 2 – Musical Drama (English)
The Marked Woman – Crime Thriller (Spanish)
Mexico 86 – Satirical Drama (Spanish)
Until She Remembers – Romantic Drama (Filipino)
Bunny – Romantic Thriller (Vietnamese)
The Witness (Season 1) – Crime Drama (English & Hindi)
Ashes To Crown (Season 1) – Period Action Drama (Mandarin)
Night Shift For Cuties (Season 1) – Comedy Drama (Indonesian)
The Murder of Rachel Nickell – Documentary (English, Telugu, Tamil & Hindi)
Poldi – Documentary (German, English & Hindi)
Michael Jackson: The Verdict (Season 1) – Documentary (English, Telugu, Tamil & Hindi)
The Hot Seat (Season 1) – Stand-Up Comedy (English)

Prime Video

Ugly Story – Romantic Thriller (Telugu, Tamil & Hindi)
Sattendru Maarudhu Vaanilai – Romantic Thriller (Tamil)
Carmeni Selvam – Family Drama (Tamil)
Peter – Crime Drama (Kannada)
Sukhamano Sukhamanu – Romantic Comedy (Malayalam)
Beast of War – Survival Thriller (English, Telugu, Tamil & Hindi)
Made In India: A Titan Story (Season 1) – Biographical Drama (Hindi)
The Pyramid Scheme (Season 1) – Comedy Drama (Hindi)
Sriman Rama (Season 1) – English Series
Hotel Costiera (Season 1) – Action Drama (English)
The Legend of Vox Machina (Season 1) – Animation Drama (English & Hindi)
Clarkson’s Farm (Season 5) – Documentary (English)
Patrocinio (Season 1) – Documentary (Portuguese)
Ground Swell – Documentary (English)

Apple TV+

Cape Fear (Season 1) – Psychological Thriller (English)

JioHotstar

One Two Cha Cha Chaa – Action Comedy (Hindi)
Hoppers – Animation Drama (English & Hindi)
Immaculate – Horror Mystery (English)
Bambi: The Reckoning – Horror Drama (English)
Splitsville – Romantic Comedy (English)
Not Suitable for Work (Season 1) – Comedy Drama (English)
In Your Radiant Season (Season 1) – Romantic Drama (Korean)
Would You Marry Me (Season 1) – Romantic Comedy (Korean)
Tell Me That You Love Me (Season 1) – Romantic Drama (Korean)
The Manipulated (Season 1) – Action Thriller (Korean)
Perfect Crown (Season 1) – Romantic Comedy (Korean)
Gold Land (Season 1) – Crime Thriller (Korean)
Bharat Unbound – Documentary (English)
The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist – Documentary (English)
The Great Himalayan Exploration (Season 4) – Documentary (English)
Don’t Call It A Comeback (Season 1) – Documentary (English)
The Next Class (Season 1) – Documentary (English)
Bring Me The Beauties: A Model Cult (Season 1) – Documentary (English)
Southern Charm (Season 11) – Reality Show (English)

ZEE5

Patriot – Action Thriller (Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil & Kannada)
KD The Devil – Action Drama (Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam & Hindi)
Valavaara – Family Drama (Kannada)
Brown (Season 1) – Crime Drama (Hindi)

Sun NXT

The Rise Of Ashoka – Period Action Drama (Kannada)

ETV Win

Moolyam – Social Drama (Telugu)

Sony LIV

Gullak (Season 5) – Comedy Drama (Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali & Marathi)

With a healthy mix of regional cinema, international series, documentaries, and returning fan-favorite shows, OTT audiences have plenty of options to binge-watch this week.

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