Actor–writer Adivi Sesh has completed the final schedule of his upcoming film Dacoit, marking a major milestone in the journey of one of the most anticipated films slated for a festive release in March. With the project now in its final phase of production, Dacoit moves a step closer to reaching audiences who have been eagerly awaiting the film. Known for his meticulous approach to storytelling, Adivi Sesh has been deeply involved in every stage of Dacoit - from writing to performance - ensuring that the film stays true to its emotional and narrative core. The final leg of shooting is expected to wrap up key portions of the story, paving the way for post-production as the countdown to its release officially begins. Adivi Sesh reflects on wrapping Dacoit shoot Speaking about wrapping up the film, Adivi Sesh shared in a detailed note, “wrapping the final schedule of Dacoit feels both surreal and deeply emotional for me. This film has been an intense journey, physically, creatively, and mentally. From writing the first draft to now standing at the edge of completion, every phase has demanded complete honesty and commitment. We just wrapped up the last schedule, and there’s a quiet sense of fulfilment that comes with knowing we’ve given this story everything we had.” He further added, “Dacoit is not just another film for me; it’s a story that has stayed with me through the nights of writing and days of shooting under challenging conditions. As we head toward an its release in March, I feel incredibly grateful to be sharing this moment with the entire team who believed in the vision from day one. There’s a certain responsibility that comes with releasing a film during a festive period - audiences come in with heightened expectations and that pushes us to be even more honest with our work.” Reflecting on the journey and the anticipation surrounding the release, Sesh said, “The excitement around Dacoit is something we’ve all felt on set, and it motivates us to raise our bar every single day. This final schedule is about tying emotional and narrative threads together, making sure the story lands exactly the way it’s meant to. Once we wrap, the focus will shift to post-production, where the film will find its final rhythm and tone. I genuinely hope audiences feel the same intensity, vulnerability, and passion that went into making this film.” About Dacoit The one-minute-long teaser of the fire glimpse gives us a view of the nature of the bond between the lead characters. The video opens with Mrunal Thakur bruised and in tears walking into the frame. We get to see a cunning Adivi Sesh who wishes ill for Mrunal's character, hinting at a love gone sour plot. Anurag Kashyap is portraying a fearless inspector who is a staunch Ayyappa devotee with zero tolerance for corruption. Sharp-minded, witty, and sarcastic, his character adds depth to a gripping narrative filled with action, emotion, and drama. With the fiery chemistry of Sesh and Mrunal, and Anurag Kashyap in a standout role, it is sure to leave a mark.
03 February,2026 01:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSuperstar Rajinikanth on Tuesday met sanitation worker Padma at his residence and honoured the honest worker with a gold chain for her selfless service and good samaritan nature. Pictures of Rajinikanth meeting the honest sanitation worker have now gone viral on social media. For the unaware, Padma, a sanitation worker, was at work in T Nagar when she found an unclaimed pouch on the street earlier this month. The pouch contained 45 sovereigns of gold ornaments inside. The honest worker immediately informed her superiors and handed over the pouch containing the jewels to the Pondy Bazaar police, who, after making enquiries, returned the valuables to its rightful owner. Padma's honest act came in for widespread appreciation from various quarters. In fact, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin had felicitated her and presented her with a cheque for Rs One lakh. Rajinikanth met the sanitation worker and expressed his appreciation for her honest act. It may be recalled that Rajinikanth, only a few days ago, had presented another gold chain to an ardent fan of his from Madurai. The fan was honoured for running an eatery in which he sold parottas at an economical price of Rs five a piece for the sake of the poor. Sources close to the actor shared pictures of the actor meeting his ardent fan, Rajini Sekar from Madurai along his family members. They also shared a picture of the actor gifting the fan a gold chain. On the work front, Rajinikanth is currently working on director Nelson's Jailer 2. The actor had only recently confirmed that he would be beginning work on director Cibi Chakravarthy's film in April this year. Rajinikanth, who met his fans outside his residence on the festival day of Pongal earlier this month, was asked about his eagerly-awaited upcoming film with director Cibi Chakravarthy, which is being produced by actor Kamal Haasan's production house Raaj Kamal Films International. Responding to the question, Rajinikanth had said, "Shooting is to begin in April this year. It will be a proper commercial entertainer." The film has triggered excitement ever since actor, producer and politician Kamal Haasan announced that his production house, Raaj Kamal Films International (RKFI), would be producing the film, tentatively being referred to as Thalaivar173. It may be recalled that one of Tamil cinema's most successful directors, Sundar C, was to originally direct this film, which Kamal Haasan had said would be a magnum opus. However, to everybody's surprise, director Sundar C later opted out of the project. Soon after Sundar C's exit, the makers, in the new year, announced that director Cibi Chakravarthy would be directing the film. Music for the film, which has the tag line 'Every family has a hero' is to be scored by Anirudh. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
03 February,2026 01:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Anaswara Rajan is currently gearing up for the release of her Tamil film With Love. A well-known and established name in Malayalam cinema, the actress has also been steadily finding her footing in the Tamil industry. During the promotions of her upcoming film, Anaswara made a comment in jest that was taken and reported out of context in a serious manner. The actress later took to social media to express her disappointment over the reportage, stating that a single line from a larger conversation was blown out of proportion without context. Anaswara's playful take Recently, during an interview with Cinema Vikatan, Anaswara revealed that she acted “dumb” while working with her co-star Abishan in order to break the ice between them. Before Anaswara made the comment, Abishan had mentioned that he was initially hesitant to approach her as he perceived her to be a big star. Responding to this, Anaswara jokingly said she acted “dumb” to be on the same level as him. Abishan, in turn, humorously referred to it as “dumbest behaviour” and joked that he would explain the details off camera. However, Anaswara’s comment was picked up by headlines and soon went viral, with one such headline giving the remark a serious spin. Anaswara calls out misreporting Calling out the reportage, Anaswara wrote, “I really have to hand it to whoever put this together. It must’ve taken a lot of patience to sit through a full 20-minute Tamil interview filled with light conversations and shared laughter, find a single line that was said jokingly while everyone laughed, and then present it as some ‘serious statement.’ That’s not reporting—that’s cherry-picking, twisting context, and creating negativity where none existed. Blowing a joke out of proportion doesn’t make you sharp; it makes you desperate for attention.” The actress further explained that such headlines are designed to provoke reactions. “Recently, I’ve made it a rule not to react to drama or engage with nonsense. I try not to give it the spotlight it craves. But when people try to make me out to be someone I’m not, that’s where I draw the line. So yes, I had to speak up this time.” Meanwhile, With Love, starring Anaswara Rajan and Abishan, is set to release in theatres on February 6. The film also marks the acting debut of Abishan, who previously directed the hit Tamil film Tourist Family.
03 February,2026 11:16 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAllu Arjun has penned a congratulatory message for Ram Charan and Upasana Konidela as the couple welcomed twins - a baby boy and a baby girl. Congratulating the happy couple for embracing parenthood for the second time, Allu Arjun shared on social media, "Congratulations to AlwaysRamCharan & upasanakonidela on being wonderful parents once again. Immense joy and celebration all around.(sic)" Talking about dada Chiranjeevi, AA added, "The pride and happiness are radiating on KChiruTweets garu’s face and Chittika’s as well. So happy to see them and the entire family’s smiling faces." "The little ones have brought in so much delight to the world with their entry. Double the love, double the joy, for a beautiful new beginning," the Pushpa actor concluded the post. Congratulations to @AlwaysRamCharan & @upasanakonidela on being wonderful parents once again. Immense joy and celebration all around. The pride and happiness are radiating on @KChiruTweets garu’s face and Chittika’s as well. So happy to see them and the entire family’s smiling… — Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) February 2, 2026 For those who do not know, Allu Arjun and Ram Charan are first cousins. Allu Arjun's father, Allu Aravind, and Ram Charan's mother, Surekha, are siblings. On Sunday, Ram Charan also expressed his delight at the latest additions to his family with a heartfelt note on social media. The RRR actor shared that he sees the women in his life as his greatest strength. "Happy to share that we have been blessed with a baby boy & girl. Having two daughters and a son fills us with immense gratitude. The women in our life have been our greatest strength," he penned. "I’m very thankful to all our fans, family and well-wishers who have stood by us and supported us through every moment," the Magadheera actor went on to add. Ram Charan tied the knot with Upasana Konidela in a traditional ceremony back in June 2012. These two had known one another for a long time before finally getting engaged in December 2011 with their family's approval. The couple welcomed their firstborn, daughter Klin Kaara, in June 2023. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
03 February,2026 10:53 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSActor Dulquer Salmaan, who features along with his Sita Ramam co-star Mrunal Thakur in the music video Bheegi Bheegi that has been rendered by A.R. Ameen and Jasleen Royal, says it was the emotional honesty of the number that drew him to it. Speaking about the song, which has been set to tune by Oscar winner A R Rahman, Dulquer Salmaan says, “What drew me to Bheegi Bheegi was its emotional honesty. Translating the song's raw, heartfelt emotion on screen has been a rewarding and fun experience. What made it even more special is collaborating with a legend like AR Rahman, my co-star Mrunal after Sita Ramam, Jasleen after Heeriye, and the talented Ameen - someone I'm extremely fond of. I'm so proud of what he's achieved at such a young age; there's a lot of soul in his rendering of Bheegi Bheegi. It's special to be a part of his debut Hindi single.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by “A.R.Ameen” (@arrameen) Cinematic and emotionally driven, the song sets the tone for a timeless love story that unfolds on screen. Bheegi Bheegi is a music video that features Dulquer Salmaan and Mrunal Thakur as lovers connected across alternate realities, moving from retro settings to a futuristic dystopia. The visual narrative mirrors the emotional sweep of the song, combining scale with intimacy. Speaking about the song and the vision behind Rooh Records, A.R. Ameen says, Bheegi Bheegi is very close to me and reflects the kind of music I want to create - emotional, cinematic, and timeless. Working on a composition by A.R. Rahman and sharing it with Jasleen, Dulquer, and Mrunal made it especially meaningful. With Rooh Records, this is just the beginning.” For Mrunal Thakur, the project offered a chance to step into a distinctly different visual space. She says, “I really enjoyed working on Bheegi Bheegi. Playing in a futuristic setting and working through different looks and moods was creatively exciting. The song has a strong emotional pull, and I’ve been listening to it on loop since I first heard it. Reuniting with Dulquer Salmaan made the experience even more special for me, and collaborating with A.R. Ameen and maestro A.R. Rahman truly elevated the soul and scale of the song, making the journey incredibly memorable." Jasleen Royal shares, “It’s always been my childhood dream to collaborate with A.R. Rahman, and I’m truly grateful to finally have this opportunity. Working with Dulquer after Heeriye and Mrunal feels like a beautiful reunion with two of my friends. Ameen's voice is pure magic. I get goosebumps every time I hear him sing and this track is no exception to that.” This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
03 February,2026 10:19 AM IST | Chennai | IANSThe makers of filmmaker Rajkumar Periasamy's highly anticipated upcoming film welcomed actress Sai Pallavi on board the unit of the film. Starring actor Dhanush in the lead, the film is tentatively titled D55. Sai Pallavi joins D55 Wunderbar Films, the production house of actor Dhanush, which happens to be one of the production houses producing the film, took to its social media accounts to welcome actress Sai Pallavi on board. Sharing pictures of the actress with Dhanush and the makers, they wrote, "She's about grace and strength - all at once. Welcoming everybody's favourite Sai Pallavi on board D55. The hit combo returns to the big screen." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Wunderbar Films (@wunderbarfilms) Earlier, the makers had already welcomed actress Sreeleela onboard the unit of the film on January 30, 2026. Welcoming Sreeleela on board, the production saidthe unit, saying, "You didn't see this coming. Welcoming the dazzling damsel Sreeleela on board D55." Additionally, the makers had also welcomed young music sensation Sai Abhyankkar onboard the unit. Taking to its X timeline to make the announcement, Wunderbar Films had said, "Time's up. The SAI-lence breaks. Excited to have the sensational SaiAbhyankkar as the music composer for D55. D55-A SaiAbhyankkar Musical. A brand new collaboration loading." Director Rajkumar Periasamy also welcomed the young music sensation on board the unit of the film, saying, "You are a Wonder-kid Sail Excited to have you on board for D55 as the music composer, my brother. God bless you dear SaiAbhyankkar. Thank you dear DhanushKRaja sir. D55 A SaiAbhyankkar Musical." About D55 Notably, this will mark the second time that Sai Pallavi will be working with Dhanush. The two had earlier worked together in director Balaji Mohan's Maari 2. The film has triggered huge excitement as the makers have already disclosed that this film will be a magnum opus. It may be recalled that only a week ago, another production house called R Take Studios had announced that it was joining hands with Wunderbar Films for producing this film. (With inputs from IANS)
02 February,2026 08:55 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOver the weekend, a video went viral of two women who claimed that Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are set to get married at Udaipur’s City Palace, and showed the preparations underway at the venue. A bit of digging revealed that a week-long celebration will kick off on February 2 in the heritage property of Rajasthan. Earlier, reports indicated that the two actors — who have been rumoured to be dating since 2018 — would tie the knot on February 26. But now, word is that it has been advanced to February 5. A source told mid-day, “On February 2, the pre-wedding festivities will begin. The sangeet, haldi, and mehendi functions have been lined up, followed by the wedding and an intimate reception. The family astrologers suggested that the couple avoid February 26 as the wedding date, instead recommending February 5.” Sources within event-planning networks claim that the celebration will be strictly private, limited to family and a tight circle of friends. Bengaluru-based florists are said to be coordinating large consignments to Rajasthan during the week. Another source in the wedding services space described the affair as “traditional with a royal aesthetic, but not over the top”, while refusing to confirm the date. mid-day texted the actors’ teams, who didn’t respond till press time. Oct 3, 2025 When the couple reportedly got engaged
02 February,2026 07:19 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuFahadh Faasil is a well-known actor in the Malayalam film industry. However, with his stint in the Pushpa franchise, his fan following now transcends boundaries, making him a popular actor in the Telugu industry as well. While the actor now gears up for a fantasy drama presented by SS Rajamouli, a BTS video from the sets has surfaced showing him happily interacting with fans. Fahadh Faasil interacts with fans Fahadh Faasil has commenced shooting for his upcoming Telugu film, Don’t Trouble The Trouble, in Hyderabad. On learning about Fahadh’s shooting location, fans gathered in large numbers to get a glimpse of the actor. The makers took a break from work, and Fahadh took the opportunity to meet and greet fans. Telugu Fans to FaFa - Party Leda Pushpa? Fans gathered in good numbers at the shooting spot of Fahadh Faasil’s direct Telugu film, #DontTroubleTheTrouble, in Hyderabad. FaFa took a break from the shoot and met and greeted all the fans. pic.twitter.com/Jo3LtSTTlc — Aakashavaani (@TheAakashavaani) January 31, 2026 The fantasy-adventure film is directed by Shashank Yeleti and is slated for release in late 2026. Presented by SS Rajamouli and produced by his son Karthikeya, along with Baahubali makers Shobu Yarlagadda and Prasad Devineni, Don’t Trouble The Trouble features a unique, high-concept story. The makers promise the film will be a fun ride full of surprises. Fahadh Faasil’s upcoming movies While he continues shooting for this project, he also has a film titled Oxygen in his kitty. Notably, it was announced along with Don’t Trouble The Trouble. Apart from this, the actor will next be seen in the action thriller Patriot with superstars Mammootty and Mohanlal. Directed by Mahesh Narayanan, the film will hit screens worldwide on April 23 this year. Actor Mohanlal, who plays one of the leads in one of the most anticipated films of the year, took to his X timeline on Republic Day to make the announcement. The film, which has triggered huge expectations ever since it was announced, also features Kunchacko Boban, Nayanthara, and Revathy, in addition to the Malayalam superstars. A teaser released by the makers last year further amplified expectations among fans and film buffs. On January 4 this year, the makers announced that the unit had wrapped up the film’s shooting and shared a BTS video of all the stars on set. The film revolves around a group of socially responsible individuals trying to thwart an illegal attempt by the government to monitor its citizens.
01 February,2026 06:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIt's a double celebration for actor Ram Charan and his wife, entrepreneur Upasana Konidela, as the couple have welcomed twins, a baby boy and a baby girl. With the arrival of the twins, Ram Charan and Upasana are now parents to three children. Wishes and blessings have been pouring in from fans and well-wishers across the country. Amid this, a video has surfaced online showcasing how Ram Charan arrived at Apollo Hospital with daughter Klin Kaara and was mobbed by a massive crowd. Ram Charan and his daughter Klin Kaara get mobbed In viral videos circulating on social media, Ram was seen getting out of his car with his daughter Klin Kaara in his arms. He even covered her face with a red cloth to shield her. However, he was mobbed by a massive crowd outside the hospital, making it difficult to step inside. Fans jostled to get close to the actor, leaving him irritated. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) At one moment, he was seen pushing the crowd to make his way while protecting the little one. Fortunately, the father-daughter duo managed to escape the chaos safely. The video has left social media users shaken, with many calling the scenes “unacceptable” and “dangerous.” Ram Charan, Upasana announce arrival of twin babies The couple shared their first post after welcoming a baby boy and a baby girl into their lives. On Sunday, the actor took to his Instagram account to share an adorable picture from their maternity shoot announcing the arrival. He added a caption that read, "Happy to share that we have been blessed with a baby boy & girl. Having two daughters and a son fills us with immense gratitude. The women in our life have been our greatest strength. I'm very thankful to all our fans, family, and well-wishers who have stood by us and supported us through every moment." About Ram and Upasana Charan, 40, and Kamineni, 36, got married in 2012 and welcomed their first child, a daughter named Klin Kaara, in 2023. The couple has so far kept her away from the public eye and has not revealed her face. On the work front, Ram Charan will next be seen in the film Peddi. The movie also stars Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, and Divyenndu in key roles. Peddi is set for a global release on March 27, 2026.
01 February,2026 04:47 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are one of the most loved couples in tinsel town. While they have remained tight-lipped about their relationship status, their frequent outings and appearances speak volumes about the love they share. While rumours were rife that they are all set to get married in February 2026, a viral video from Udaipur has now got their fans excited. Rashmika, Vijay's wedding preps underway? A content creator named Tanya (tanyaa.yaaa), who is currently holidaying in Udaipur, Rajasthan, shared a video on her Instagram handle offering a glimpse of the grand-scale preparations underway. She was heard saying, "Guys, we are giving you an update. We are at the City Palace in Udaipur, and they are decorating the palace. And we came to know that someone is getting married here. And guess who? Who could it be? Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda. They are getting married. Let me show you the decorations. I am giving you exclusive news. On 2nd February, they are getting married." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tanya ♡ (@tanyaa.yaaa) However, it has not been confirmed whether the duo is indeed getting married tomorrow. About Vijay and Rashmika’s wedding Speculation around Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda’s wedding has been rife for months, especially after reports claimed that the couple got engaged in October 2025. While sources suggest that they plan to marry in February, Rashmika recently addressed the rumours, saying, “It has been four years since these rumours began. I will speak about it when it’s supposed to be spoken about,” making it clear that she would not comment on the matter publicly. As per a source close to Hindustan Times, Rashmika or Vijay will be getting married in Udaipur. “Rashmika and Vijay’s wedding is planned to take place at a palace in Udaipur. They have finalised one of the heritage properties. Much like their engagement, the plan is to keep the wedding as intimate as possible, with only their loved ones in attendance,” said the source. On the work front, Vijay and Rashmika are all set to mark their third collaboration with Rana Baali. The first look of the period drama was unveiled a few days back. Apart from this, Vijay has Rowdy Janardhana in his kitty, while Rashmika recently wrapped up Cocktail 2’s shoot.
01 February,2026 03:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSuperstar Rajinikanth is currently working on his next release, Jailer 2, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. As the sequel is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated releases of 2026, an update regarding Shah Rukh Khan’s cameo has surfaced. As per reports, he will play Rajinikanth’s close confidant in the film and mark his South debut. Shah Rukh Khan’s cameo in Jailer 2 Recently, Mithun Chakraborty confirmed that the Jawan actor will have a special appearance in the film. Hindustan Times quoted a source saying, “Shah Rukh plays the role of Rajinikanth’s close friend and confidante, whom he trusts with his life." As of now, the last leg of Jailer 2 is reportedly being completed in Chennai. That said, Shah Rukh's cameo has apparently not been shot yet. The makers have reportedly scheduled a separate date to shoot SRK's part. More about Jailer 2 Jailer 2 is an upcoming action-comedy drama starring Rajinikanth in the lead role. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the film serves as a sequel to the 2023 hit Jailer. Actors such as Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, Vidya Balan, Mithun Chakraborty, and others are expected to make appearances. A source reportedly stated that Vidya would portray Mithun Chakraborty's daughter in the movie. The film is set to release in mid-2026. After wrapping up Jailer 2, Rajinikanth will appear in the lead role in the tentatively titled Thalaivar 173. The upcoming film will be directed by Don fame Cibi Chakravarthy and co-produced by Kamal Haasan. Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming movies Coming to Shah Rukh's professional commitments, his fans have been waiting with bated breath to witness him on the big screen yet again with King. SRK announced the release date of his next with Siddharth Anand and confirmed that King will roar in theatres on December 24, 2026. The announcement video opens with the bold title ROAR set against a dramatic backdrop. This is followed by an impactful line: “This Christmas, fear wears the crown,” pointing towards the film’s larger-than-life scale. Shah Rukh Khan is charming his way into our hearts with his rugged look in a torn white shirt and face splashed with blood. On Shah Rukh's 60th birthday in November last year, the makers of King shared the gripping title video from the much-anticipated drama.
01 February,2026 03:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
