June 22, 2026

CM Vijay Celebrates First Birthday in Office, ‘Jana Nayagan’ Release Still Uncertain

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay celebrated his 52nd birthday today, marking his first birthday since assuming office as the state’s Chief Minister.

Wishes poured in from across the political spectrum. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings and wished Vijay a long and healthy life. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi conveyed his support for efforts aimed at safeguarding Tamil interests and accelerating the state’s development. Former Chief Minister M.K. Stalin also joined in wishing Vijay on the occasion.

The celebrations come just weeks after Vijay led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) to a historic victory in the April 23 Assembly elections and took charge as Chief Minister. The flood of greetings reflected his rising stature and popularity across political and social circles.

With his political success, Vijay has joined the elite club of South Indian actors who became chief ministers, following the path laid by M.G. Ramachandran, N.T. Rama Rao, and J. Jayalalithaa.

Meanwhile, uncertainty continues to surround the release of Vijay’s final film, “Jana Nayagan”. The project has been caught in legal complications since January, and despite expectations that the issues would be resolved after Vijay assumed office, the makers are yet to announce a release date.

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NBK112 Launch Date Confirmed: Balakrishna and Koratala Siva’s First Film to Begin on June 25

Nandamuri Balakrishna is currently occupied with the shooting of his upcoming mass entertainer, tentatively titled NBK111, directed by Gopichand Malineni. Even as that project progresses smoothly, preparations have begun for his next film, NBK112, which marks his first collaboration with star director Koratala Siva.

The makers have finalized June 25 as the official launch date. The film will be inaugurated with a grand pooja ceremony at the TTD Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Venkatapalem, near Andhra Pradesh’s capital region.

Adding significance to the event, Andhra Pradesh ministers Nara Lokesh and Kandula Durgesh are expected to attend as chief guests. The prestigious project will be jointly produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri and Sudhakar Mikkilineni under the banners of SLV Cinemas and Yuvasudha Arts.

Regular shooting is likely to commence soon after the launch. Leading composer Anirudh Ravichander has been roped in to score the music for the much-awaited film.

For Koratala Siva, NBK112 will be the seventh directorial venture of his career after delivering films like Mirchi, Srimanthudu, Janatha Garage, Bharat Ane Nenu, Acharya, and Devara. The combination of Balakrishna and Koratala Siva has already generated huge excitement among fans and trade circles alike.

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Maa Inti Bangaaram First Weekend Collections: Samantha’s Comeback Film Turns Super Hit

Samantha Ruth Prabhu has made a strong comeback with Maa Inti Bangaaram, which has turned into a clear box-office winner within its first weekend. The family action drama has emerged as a super hit, collecting an impressive Rs 40 crore gross worldwide in just three days.

Positive word-of-mouth and strong support from family audiences resulted in excellent growth over the weekend. The film witnessed a significant jump in collections on Saturday and Sunday across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, taking its India gross to around Rs 27 crore.

The overseas performance has been equally encouraging. In North America, Maa Inti Bangaaram crossed the coveted $1 million mark within three days, becoming the first Telugu film since the Sankranthi season to register a clean hit in the territory.

The film holds special importance for Samantha, as it marks her return as a lead actress after a gap of three years. It is also her second production venture and her first major success as a producer.

Directed by Nandini Reddy and co-written by Raj Nidimoru, Maa Inti Bangaaram has struck a chord with women audiences, who particularly appreciated Samantha’s saree-clad action avatar. Although the film received mixed reviews, it managed to avoid negative word-of-mouth, helping it attract steady crowds throughout its opening weekend.

With a strong start and positive momentum, Maa Inti Bangaaram is expected to continue its successful run in the coming days.

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Bigg Boss Fame Shanmukh Jaswanth Gets Married Secretly? Wedding Video Goes Viral, Special Moment Wins Hearts

Popular YouTuber and Bigg Boss Telugu runner-up Shanmukh Jaswanth has once again grabbed headlines, this time for his wedding. The social media star, who enjoys a massive fan following thanks to his short films and web series, reportedly tied the knot with Vaishnavi Chodisetty in an intimate ceremony attended by close family members and friends.

Shanmukh became a household name after participating in Bigg Boss Telugu. Before entering the reality show, he was in a much-publicized relationship with YouTuber Deepthi Sunaina. Fans expected the couple to get married, but they parted ways after the show. Recently, Shanmukh surprised everyone by getting engaged to Vaishnavi Chodisetty in a private ceremony.

Rumors about their secret wedding had already surfaced after the couple performed a housewarming ceremony together. Now, wedding photos and videos doing the rounds on social media have seemingly confirmed the news. In the viral clips, Shanmukh is seen tying the knot with Vaishnavi while the couple dazzles in traditional attire.

Interestingly, neither Shanmukh nor Vaishnavi has officially announced their marriage. However, their close friend Sahithya shared photos and videos from the ceremony on social media, revealing the joyous occasion. Ever since, fans and celebrities have been flooding the couple with congratulatory messages.

Among the many videos circulating online, one particular moment has captured everyone’s attention. During the traditional Jeelakarra Bellam ritual, Shanmukh and Vaishnavi were seen gazing into each other’s eyes and sharing a heartfelt conversation, leaving fans delighted. Social media users have been calling it the most adorable moment from the wedding.

For the uninitiated, Shanmukh Jaswanth rose to fame through Viva short films and later gained popularity with web series such as Software Developer and Surya. Although he appeared in a few Telugu films, it was his digital content and his stint in Bigg Boss Telugu that made him one of the most recognized faces among the youth.

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Pawan Kalyan and Sujeeth Begin Talks for OG 2, OG Universe Expansion Starts

The much-anticipated sequel to OG has officially taken its first step. “OG 2” is now in the discussion stage, with Pawan Kalyan and director Sujeeth beginning talks on expanding the blockbuster franchise.

Pawan Kalyan Creative Works recently shared a photograph confirming that discussions surrounding the OG Universe have commenced. The production house posted, “As promised by Pawan Kalyan, #OGUniverse discussions have begun with Sujeeth at Creative Works!”

Director Sujeeth recently returned from London, where he was scouting locations for his proposed film Bloody Romeo starring Nani. Shortly after his return, he met Pawan Kalyan to discuss plans for the next chapter in the OG franchise.

Adding to the excitement, music director S. Thaman also hinted that work on the sequel has begun, fueling anticipation among fans.

Released last year, OG featured Pawan Kalyan as a powerful don and emerged as the biggest blockbuster of his career. The film concluded with a clear tease for a second installment, leaving fans eagerly awaiting updates on the continuation of the story.

While the makers are yet to announce a shooting schedule, the latest developments indicate that OG 2 is gradually moving from the planning phase to active development. The update has generated immense excitement among fans, who are eager to witness the next chapter of the expanding OG Universe.

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