🎬 High‑Octane Horse‑Racing Drama Begins Shoot in Bengaluru Bengaluru, July 13, 2025 – Actress Hrithika Srinivas has officially joined Kiran Raj as the female lead in the much‑anticipated Kannada film Jackie‑42, directed by Gurutej Shetty. The movie, set against the thrilling backdrop of horse racing, is currently being filmed at...
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Tragedy on Pa Ranjith’s Set Sparks Industry‑Wide Safety Concerns
Veteran stuntman SM Raju lost his life during a high‑risk SUV stunt on the sets of Pa Ranjith’s upcoming Tamil film Vettuvam. The incident has once again raised serious concerns over the safety of stunt performers in Indian cinema. 🚨 The Incident That Shook Kollywood On July 13, 2025, tragedy...
Rishab Shetty’s ₹100-Crore Move: Kantara: Chapter 1 Redefines Sandalwood Business Models
Intro: Rishab Shetty is setting a new benchmark in the Kannada film industry with his profit-sharing deal for Kantara: Chapter 1. After the groundbreaking success of Kantara (2022), which transformed him into a pan-India star, Rishab has reportedly taken an upfront fee of ₹50 crore for the prequel, along with...
Ekka vs Junior – Who Will Win This Friday’s Kannada Box Office Battle?
This Friday, Kannada cinema gears up for a high-voltage clash as two big films — Ekka starring Yuva Rajkumar and Junior featuring Kireeti Reddy — hit the screens together. With distinct genres, star power, and strategies, the big question is: who will emerge as the box-office winner? Ekka’s Mass Appeal:...
Shivarajkumar to Play a Sub-Inspector in a Murder Mystery Thriller
Shivarajkumar to Play a Sub-Inspector in a Murder Mystery Thriller Introduction: On the occasion of Century Star Shivarajkumar’s birthday, Sandalwood fans are in for a treat as several exciting updates about his upcoming films are being announced. Among them is a brand-new murder mystery thriller under the banner of Shritik...
Radhika Narayan Joins the Cast of “Mahaan” – A Tribute to Farmers
Radhika Narayan Joins the Cast of “Mahaan” – A Tribute to Farmers Introduction: Renowned for her impactful roles and subtle performances, actress Radhika Narayan is all set to play a key role in the upcoming Kannada film Mahaan. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker P.C. Shekhar and produced under the banner of...
B. Saroja Devi Passes Away at 87: End of an Era in Indian Cinema
B. Saroja Devi Passes Away at 87: End of an Era in Indian Cinema Bengaluru, July 14: Indian cinema today mourns the passing of one of its most iconic and graceful actresses — B. Saroja Devi. She breathed her last at her Malleswaram residence in Bengaluru at the age of...
Boom or Bust? A ₹250 Crore Gamble in Kannada Cinema – Is the Industry in ICU? – Copy
🎬 Boom or Bust? A ₹250 Crore Gamble in Kannada Cinema – Is the Industry in ICU? By: Mahesha Haniyur Journalist | 20+ Years in the Film Industry | Business Analyst Bangalore, July 12, 2025 – The Kannada film industry finds itself at a critical crossroads. With over ₹250 crore...
Awards & Events: Prajavani Cine Sammana Awards 2025 Celebrate Kannada Cinema’s Finest
🏆 Awards & Events: Prajavani Cine Sammana Awards 2025 Celebrate Kannada Cinema’s Finest Bangalore, June 27, 2025 – The much-anticipated 3rd Edition of the Prajavani Cine Sammana Awards took place on Friday at the iconic Palace Grounds, Bengaluru, honoring exceptional contributions to Kannada cinema from the year 2024 (). 🌟...
💼 Film Business & Analytics: Kannada Box Office in 2025 – Winners, Losers & the Big Picture
💼 Film Business & Analytics: Kannada Box Office in 2025 – Winners, Losers & the Big Picture Bangalore, July 12, 2025 – Three key insights emerge from the Kannada film industry’s box office performance in 2025 (January–July): 🎯 Top Performers vs. Underwhelming Returns According to Filmibeat, top Kannada performers so...