Updated on: 30 September, 2026 04:31 PM IST |Kavya Agarwal
South entertainment is buzzing, and there’s plenty keeping movie lovers glued to their screens. From exciting film updates and much-awaited releases to superstar appearances like Rajinikanth in an auto-rickshaw, viral moments and fresh announcements, the industry is delivering one talking point after another. Here’s a quick look at what’s trending in South entertainment today.
Kalyani Priyadarshan's Bollywood debut
The actress has temporarily relocated to Mumbai to prepare for her Hindi film debut, Pralay, a zombie thriller starring Ranveer Singh. Directed by Jai Mehta, Kalyani is currently undergoing intense action training and a special diet ahead of the next shooting schedule in October.
The actress has temporarily relocated to Mumbai to prepare for her Hindi film debut, Pralay, a zombie thriller starring Ranveer Singh. Directed by Jai Mehta, Kalyani is currently undergoing intense action training and a special diet ahead of the next shooting schedule in October.
Teja Sajja turns host
Hanuman star Teja Sajja is making headlines as he prepares to make his official television hosting debut with the reality show The Traitors Telugu, which is slated to premiere on October 15.
Hanuman star Teja Sajja is making headlines as he prepares to make his official television hosting debut with the reality show The Traitors Telugu, which is slated to premiere on October 15.
Rajinikanth arrives in an auto at the set
Clips of superstar Rajinikanth arriving in an auto-rickshaw for the Dharman shoot in Mysuru have gone viral. Directed by Ashwath Marimuthu and produced by Kamal Haasan, massive buzz is building around the film's cast. A newly leaked on-set photo confirmed that Ram Pothineni and Raashii Khanna are sharing the screen with Rajinikanth, with heavy speculation that Ram Pothineni is playing the chief antagonist. Actress Sreeleela has also officially joined the ensemble
Clips of superstar Rajinikanth arriving in an auto-rickshaw for the Dharman shoot in Mysuru have gone viral. Directed by Ashwath Marimuthu and produced by Kamal Haasan, massive buzz is building around the film's cast. A newly leaked on-set photo confirmed that Ram Pothineni and Raashii Khanna are sharing the screen with Rajinikanth, with heavy speculation that Ram Pothineni is playing the chief antagonist. Actress Sreeleela has also officially joined the ensemble
Meesaya Murukku 2 box office collection
The Hiphop Tamizha starrer is having a solid weekday run, grossing over 22.60 crore in India within its first five days. The business continues to be heavily driven by the Tamil Nadu market.
The Hiphop Tamizha starrer is having a solid weekday run, grossing over 22.60 crore in India within its first five days. The business continues to be heavily driven by the Tamil Nadu market.
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit box office collection
Anticipation is skyrocketing for the digital premiere of the Malayalam blockbuster Bethlehem Kudumba Unit starring Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju. Having grossed over 320 crore worldwide in theatres, it is set to stream on JioHotstar starting October 2 in multiple languages.
Anticipation is skyrocketing for the digital premiere of the Malayalam blockbuster Bethlehem Kudumba Unit starring Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju. Having grossed over 320 crore worldwide in theatres, it is set to stream on JioHotstar starting October 2 in multiple languages.
Dhanush’s D56 budget details leaked
Reports surrounding the financial structure of Dhanush's upcoming project D56 (directed by Tamizharasan Pachamuthu) are making waves. The film's budget has reportedly touched 126 crore, with Dhanush’s remuneration alone accounting for over half the cost at 60+ crore.
Reports surrounding the financial structure of Dhanush's upcoming project D56 (directed by Tamizharasan Pachamuthu) are making waves. The film's budget has reportedly touched 126 crore, with Dhanush’s remuneration alone accounting for over half the cost at 60+ crore.
