The first sneak peek of Sumanth's new film, *Anaganaga*, has hit the internet.

Instead of opting for a star-studded production, he is contemplating a low-key project that would showcase fresh talent. This initiative appears to be designed to supporting fresh talent in the industry, with Madras Talkies allegedly managing the production. While details remain unverified, many hope this could mark a game-changing move by the director to promote upcoming stars. Sources suggest that after "Thug Life," Ratnam may take a new direction with his next undertaking. Meanwhile, rumors regarding Ratnam's upcoming venture is building momentum online. The film is set to release a cinematic release in the near future. Renowned director Mani Ratnam is deeply involved in the development of his highly awaited film, "Thug Life," featuring the iconic Kamal Haasan in the lead. Promotional activities are expected to begin shortly, generating buzz for this collaboration between Mani Ratnam and the multifaceted Kamal Haasan. Currently, the production of "Thug Life" is underway, with a set date for June 2025. Valentine’s Day is expected to be noteworthy this year, with three films—Laila, Brahma Anandam, and Dilruba—set for release on February 14, 2025. With only two weeks left until the release, the marketing initiatives have not lived up to expectations. Conversely, Dilruba has generated minimal interest thus far, with its promotional activities yet to commence, leading to rumors regarding a potential postponement. It will be interesting to observe how the situation develops in the days ahead. Unfortunately, there seems to be a diminished excitement surrounding these films, as the production teams have opted for a subdued promotional strategy. The third film, Brahma Anandam, boasts a stellar cast, including the esteemed Brahmanandam and his son Goutham. Laila, featuring Vishwak Sen, is particularly in need of a successful debut, especially in light of his recent run of underperforming films. Without an increase in promotional activities, the opening performances of all three films are likely to suffer. Fans eagerly await the next major update —the final promo nWith a surge in buzz around *Thandel* and the veteran producer’s unshakable confidence , the film appears poised for a massive impact . In a landmark move, the overseas distribution rights have been sold for a staggering Rs. 75 crore on a refundable pre-payment basis, marking a game-changing milestone in the Tamil film industry. The movie has taken social media by storm, with fans debating every single detail. Thalapathy Vijay's upcoming film has been revealed as "Jana Nayagan," igniting huge excitement among audiences after the release of two stunning posters. Produced by KVN Productions, the film promises a spectacular cinematic experience. Anticipation for "Jana Nayagan" is at an all-time high, particularly as it is expected to be Vijay's last film. The ensemble cast includes Bobby Deol, Prakash Raj, Mamitha Baiju, and others, with music by Anirudh. Vinoth, this gripping political action film stars Pooja Hegde as the lead actress. Declaring this at this stage is bold , but I firmly stand by my words that this will be a landmark film for him. I predict that this film will be his biggest blockbuster . nAmong those present was industry stalwart the celebrated producer Allu Aravind , who grabbed headlines with his bold statement about the film. He confidently stated, " The lead actor has delivered a phenomenal act in this project . The cast includes the talented Kajal Choudhary as the female lead, with versatile actor Srinivas Avasarala taking on a significant role. Under the direction of Sunny Sanjay, the film is set to bring a moving combination of sentiment and retrospection. Filming for *RC16* is set to continue today (January 29) in Hyderabad, where the crew will pay careful attention to protecting every single detail about Charan's character, the narrative, and specifics about the crew, especially behind-the-scenes photos. Kannada cinema's legend is expected to join the production in March. Tollywood Box Office Collection superstar Ram Charan’s highly anticipated film, *Game Changer*, which premiered during Sankranthi, encountered a series of unexpected hurdles leading up to its release, including the untimely leak of its hit dance track, "Jaragandi." In response to this disappointing incident, the production team behind Charan’s upcoming project, provisionally titled *RC16*, has introduced a set of stringent measures to shield any further leaks and maintain confidentiality about every aspect of the film. To enforce this, strict no-phone policy will be imposed on set. Directed by award-winning Buchi Babu Sana, *RC16* is being billed as a thrilling rural action drama with sports themes, featuring music composed the acclaimed AR Rahman, under the prestigious Vriddhi Cinemas banner. The initial filming schedule for *RC16* was wrapped up in Mysore, and the second phase, beginning Wednesday, will feature Ram Charan alongside co-star Janhvi Kapoor, filming several key scenes.