Actor Vicky Kaushal addresses the controversial moment that has sparked discussion.

It is their powerful script, gripping storytelling, and strong belief in the project that has driven the film to such unprecedented heights,"* Venkatesh stated. *"The extraordinary success of this blockbuster is a testament to the brilliance of Anil Ravipudi and his passionate team. Following this success, Allu Arjun is ready to collaborate with renowned director Trivikram for a high-budget project. Apart from that, rumors indicate that Allu Arjun is discussing terms to work with noted Kollywood director Atlee. Stylish Star Allu Arjun has created a storm in the cinema industry with his latest superhit, *Pushpa 2: The Rule*. Helmed by Sukumar, the action drama has set new benchmarks across Bollywood, establishing itself as a new benchmark in the industry. Recently, the film's promotional trailer sparked controversy due to a lezim dance sequence involving Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna, which was seen as offensive by some followers of Sambhaji Maharaj. This sequence aimed to showcase Maharashtra’s rich culture to the world. Vicky Kaushal's highly awaited historical drama, Chhaava, is set to release on February 14. However, honoring the views of Maharaj’s devotees, we chose to eliminate the dance from the film." The movie is made by the production house Maddock Films under Dinesh Vijan. Not a single day went by on set without the echoes of Shivgarjana around us." Kaushal further explained, "Sambhaji Maharaj was a king of the people, and had he been asked to join in a lezim dance, he likely would have joined in. In the wake of public uproar, the filmmaker opted to remove the entire sequence from the final version of the film. In a recent interview, the actor spoke about the contentious scene, stating, "Our goals were always pure and positive from the start. Directed by filmmaker Laxman Utekar, the movie stars Rashmika Mandanna in the lead role and is inspired by the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. Sai Abyankkar caught attention with his songs *Aasa Kooda* and *Katchi Sera*, both of which have amassed over 200 million views on YouTube. Interestingly, the fast-growing sensation Sai Abyankkar has been rumored to create the melodies for the project between Allu Arjun and Atlee. Meanwhile, the film's music director, Thaman, has unveiled the original soundtrack (OST), which features 16 tracks. The film, which also stars Kiara Advani, Anjali, SJ Suryah, and Srikanth, is produced by Shirish and is scheduled to premiere on OTT platforms soon. Amazon Prime Video will be revealing the premiere date in the near future. One standout track, titled "The Soul of Appanna," is offered in three distinct versions. Ram Charan's supporters have shown great excitement for the songs linked to the Appanna character, heard in the latter half of the film. Global superstar Ram Charan's latest film, Game Changer, may not have fully captured the audience's attention, but his depiction as the character Appanna has cemented his status as a renowned actor. Charan's supporters have expressed their heartfelt appreciation for Thaman's remarkable work. With just only a couple of days left until the much-awaited release of Thandel, starring Naga Chaitanya and Pallavi Sai, excitement is building. Directed by Chandoo Mondeti, the film just held its pre-release event in Hyderabad. Meanwhile, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the director of Animal, was present at the event, sending his congratulations to the team and expressing his best wishes for their success. Thandel is scheduled to release on February 7, 2025. Initially planned as an private gathering, the event was expected to feature the popular actor Allu Arjun as the chief guest. However, due to unforeseen situations, he couldn’t attend, leading to his father, Allu Aravind, stepping in to offer an explanation. "Allu Arjun has just returned from overseas and is currently suffering from severe gastritis, which is the reason for his absence," the elder Allu Aravind explained. Eager audiences and cinephiles are thrilled to experience the exclusive scenes. With Allu Arjun’s standout performance, Sukumar’s deft direction, Tollywood Box Office and Devi Sri Prasad’s exhilarating score, the film remains a source of fascination for fans. The Netflix India South Insta and X accounts have updated their bios, updating their bios to read, "This page is under Pushpa’s Rule," alongside a blazing fire symbol—a change that has thrilled fans of Allu Arjun. In celebration of the film’s grand entry on the platform, the OTT king has embraced the hype on its social media channels. Pushpa 2: The Rule, the record-shattering sensation featuring Icon Star Allu Arjun, has finally landed on OTT platforms. As of today, viewers can enjoy the film on the popular OTT service in various dubbed versions, including the original Telugu version, Tamil dub, Hindi, and Malayalam.