The South entertainment industry witnessed a day filled with viral moments, celebrity reactions, movie updates, and social media buzz. From stars addressing speculation to major announcements about upcoming projects, several developments kept fans engaged throughout the day. Here is a roundup of the top stories from the world of South cinema that generated the most buzz today.
Khushbu's Daughter Dismisses Surgery Rumours
Anandita Sundar, daughter of Khushbu Sundar, has dismissed rumours that her weight loss resulted from surgery or weight-loss medication. She clarified that her transformation was achieved through nearly seven years of hard work, discipline, and lifestyle changes. Anandita also spoke out against online trolling, stating that she no longer takes such speculation seriously. Her candid remarks have earned praise from many on social media.
Samantha Visits Tirupati Ahead of 'Maa Inti Bangaram' Release
Ahead of the release of Maa Inti Bangaram, Samantha Ruth Prabhu visited the Tirumala Tirupati temple along with Raj Nidimoru and director B. V. Nandini Reddy. The team participated in a special darshan and offered prayers for the film's success. As news of Samantha's visit spread, fans gathered at the temple hoping to catch a glimpse of the actor. The spiritual visit has further heightened excitement surrounding the film's release.
Viral Video from 'Venky Anil 5' Pooja Sparks Debate
The grand pooja ceremony of Venky Anil 5, starring Venkatesh and Kalyan Ram, was held in Hyderabad with several film personalities in attendance. Veteran filmmaker K. Raghavendra Rao directed the ceremonial first shot. However, a video clip from the event quickly went viral on social media. The clip appeared to show the filmmaker guiding actresses Keerthy Suresh and Krithi Shetty during the ceremony, sparking online debate. The controversy also revived discussions about an earlier viral video involving Niharika Konidela.
'Peddi' Gets an Extended Theatrical Version
Peddi is set to offer audiences something extra in theatres from tomorrow. The makers have announced the addition of 5 minutes and 56 seconds of new footage to the film. Sharing the update, the team stated, "The Peddi experience gets better." The extended version is expected to excite fans of Ram Charan and encourage more moviegoers to revisit the film on the big screen.
Dhanush's 'D55' Is Now 'OM'
Dhanush's much-awaited D55 has officially been titled OM, with the makers unveiling an intense title teaser and confirming its theatrical release on October 16, 2026. The teaser features dark visuals, powerful background music, and imagery associated with power, wealth, and social unrest, hinting at a gripping action thriller. While it reveals little about the plot, it has generated tremendous excitement among fans.
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