Presented by T-Series, the soulful Amruta Fadnavis unveils her latest devotional offering, Shambhu Re - a stirring bhajan dedicated to Lord Shiva. Rooted in devotion and elevated by heartfelt musical expression, the track captures the timeless essence of Shiva bhakti, invoking peace, strength, and spiritual stillness. Amruta Fadnavis unveils Shambhu Re Featuring meaningful lyrics penned by Shrijan and music composed by renowned Monty Sharma, Shambhu Re stands out for its emotional depth and purity. The bhajan is accompanied by a visually serene music video directed by Rajeev Walia, showcasing Amruta Fadnavis performing the track with divinity, grace, and heartfelt devotion - making it a complete spiritual experience for listeners and viewers alike. With its soulful melody and meditative energy, the bhajan invites devotees to surrender into faith and feel a deeper connection with Lord Shiva. Amruta Fadnavis about her new song Speaking about the devotional song, Amruta Fadnavis shared, “Shiva is not just a part of my faith - He is an emotion. Shambhu Re is my way of expressing that love and gratitude towards him. Every time I sing for Mahadev, it feels like I’m speaking to Him directly. Even while shooting the video, I didn’t feel like I was performing - it genuinely felt like a moment of bhakti and surrender. I hope this bhajan and the visuals bring peace to everyone who listens and watches it, the same way Shiva’s presence brings peace to me.” With this release, Amruta continues her journey of creating music that is deeply rooted in Indian devotional tradition, while resonating with today’s audiences who seek comfort, strength, and divinity through sound. Shambhu Re is now available across all major streaming platforms, and its official music video is available exclusively on the T-Series YouTube channel. About Amruta's last song In March last year, Amruta Fadnavis had released her song titled ‘Laal Ferrari’ . The song also featured Shruti Sinha and Sanam Johar, and talks about speed, passion, and an unstoppable energy that will leave you breathless. The song had been crooned by Amruta Fadnavis, with music composed by Aditya Dev, and the lyrics furnished by Shabbir Ahmed. Talking about the song, Amruta Fadnavis had said in a statement, “‘Laal Ferrari’ is a song that carries so much power and excitement. The moment I stepped into the studio, I could feel its energy. Aditya’s music and Shabbir’s lyrics bring this fiery world to life, and I wanted my vocals to match that intensity. I think listeners will feel that same adrenaline rush when they hear it.” The music video of the song is directed by Rajit Dev, and is drenched in shades of red, the colour of intensity, love, and unfiltered adrenaline.
12 February,2026 09:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNani's next film The Paradise has been making noise ever since it was announced. The makers have announced a new release date for the film. The film which was earlier scheduled to be released in March, has been deferred by five months. Directed by Srikanth Odela, The Paradise features Telugu star Nani in the lead, with Raghav Juyal as the villain. Nani announces new release date for The Paradise On Wednesday, Nani took to his X timeline to share the announcement poster. He wrote, "August 21st. 2026. JadalZamanaFromAug21 TheParadise." It may be recalled that The Paradise, which is backed by SLV Cinemas, was originally set for a grand release on March 26, 2026. August 21st.2026#JadalZamanaFromAug21 #TheParadise pic.twitter.com/rQyeumsnXf — Nani (@NameisNani) February 12, 2026 The new date picked by the unit for the release thrusts The Paradise straight into a rare three-week festival wave. The first week gets a strong mid-week boost with Onam and Milad-un-Nabi, followed by Raksha Bandhan in the second weekend, and Janmashtami in the third. For a high-budget spectacle of this scale, this extended holiday stretch offers an exceptional runway at the box office. Meanwhile, the team is currently shooting one of the film’s biggest highlights- Nani’s explosive introduction song, set on a gigantic set with hundreds of dancers. Rockstar Anirudh Ravichander has composed an intense, high-voltage mass number that matches Nani’s raw, energetic style. Choreographer Sudhan Master is crafting large-scale, dynamic visuals to turn the song into a complete crowd-pleaser. Sources in the film unit say that Nani is turning up the heat on the sets of his ambitious film 'The Paradise'. Shooting, they point out, is progressing at a brisk pace. It may be recalled that only recently, the makers of the film had disclosed that actor Sampoornesh Babu plays a character called 'Biryani' in the film. The film has triggered huge expectations among fans and film buffs for a number of reasons. Well-known Bollywood actor Raghav Juyal who is enjoying his success after Kill and Bads of Bollywood, too, is a part of 'The Paradise'. It may be recalled that the makers of the film had welcomed actor Raghav on board the film's unit last year. He will be seen donning a new look for the film. It is to be released in eight languages, namely Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, English, Spanish, Bengali, Kannada, and Malayalam. (with inputs from IANS)
12 February,2026 08:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSS Rajamouli’s highly anticipated next, Varanasi, continues to keep the audience hooked. Starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, the film has already completed a year in production, as it eyes for April 7, 2027 release date. Meanwhile, the budget of the ambitious project has been revealed and it hints that the film could become the most expensive film to be ever made in the country. Varanasi budget revealed If reports are to be believed, the grand film is reportedly mounted on a massive Rs 1,400 crore budget. With a colossal film like that, it is being positioned among the most expensive Indian films ever made. Recently, an international profile revealed the project’s estimated cost at USD 150 million (around Rs 1,400 crore). The massive scale of the film alone signals at Rajamouli’s continued ambition to take Indian epic storytelling and present it with Hollywood spectacle. With that, Rajamouli has also broken his own record by recording the budget of his new offering higher than that of his last. His last film, RRR, was made on a budget of USD 72 million (Rs 550 crores), which was inflated due to its extensive VFX and massive action sequences. During a recent interview with Variety, Priyanka Chopra spoke about her personal and professional choices, revealing why she signed up for Varanasi, and more. Talking about the film, she said, "This is unlike anything I’ve ever done. We travel from like Antarctica to … And just the worlds that he creates are so larger than life, and nobody has the vision that he does. So even I’m excited to see more.” About Varanasi The details about the plot in Varanasi have been kept tightly under wraps. The film is believed to be a sweeping time-travel cinematic spectacle. It will reportedly feature a grand 25-minute Ramayana battle sequence. Beyond its technical scale, the film also carries emotional weight. Varanasi marks Priyanka Chopra’s return to Indian cinema after decades of focusing on her Hollywood ventures, thus making it one of the most closely watched homecomings in recent years. The film is believed to be gearing up for a theatrical release of April 7, 2027.
12 February,2026 06:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPunjabi Superstar Shehnaaz Gill has once again set the internet abuzz as she unveiled the first poster of her upcoming film Ishqnama - and with it, heralded a powerful new chapter in her cinematic journey. Ishqnama poster Taking to social media, Shehnaaz shared the intriguing, intense and melancholic poster. The poster offers a striking glimpse into Ishqnama’s world - a romance drama rooted in true events and unfolding against the fraught India-Pakistan backdrop. In one image, Shehnaaz is seen hugging an injured Jayy Randhawa, her expression heavy with pain, resilience and devotion, capturing a love bruised by conflict yet refusing to break. She shared another visual featuring only herself, in which she appears to be dressed as a bride, her face half-covered by a dupatta. She is wearing heavy gold jewellery, draped in the old Punjabi aesthetic, hinting at a love story shaped as much by sacrifice as by longing. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shehnaaz Gill (@shehnaazgill) She captioned her post: “First picture from my upcoming movie…. (blue heart emoji) 'ISHQNAMA’ True Story of True Lovers NIMMA–NASIMA. Releasing 24th July 2026 in cinemas worldwide.” The announcement instantly sparked excitement, not just for the film but for the emotional weight the visuals promise. This reveal comes at a defining moment in Shehnaaz Gill’s career. In 2025, she achieved a major milestone with the Punjabi film Ikk Kudi, marking her debut as a producer under Shehnaaz Gill Production. The film emerged as a commercial success, establishing her not just as a performer but as a creative force backing stories with substance. Before that, she had already earned acclaim with the 2021 Punjabi blockbuster Honsla Rakh, which showcased her ability to connect with audiences on a large scale. Shehnaaz Gill talks about getting used as a prop in Bollywood Shehnaaz opened up about not receiving good offers in Bollywood, “That statement came from the fact that I am not getting good stories, and I am being used as a prop in films. I am seeing the same kind of stories; there is nothing unique, and they have no great messages. I was getting a lot of offers, but I feel putting that money on me should be worthwhile. I have been offered Punjabi films for the last five years, but I wasn’t doing them. I wanted someone to bet on me with a different concept. I wanted to make a comeback in the Punjab industry in a different way, especially when I was returning after 3-4 years. I was waiting for that.” With Ishqnama, Shehnaaz appears to be pushing her artistic boundaries even further, embracing a romance etched in history, loss and hope.
12 February,2026 03:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe makers of director Harish Shankar's action entertainer Ustaad Bhagat Singh, featuring actor Pawan Kalyan in the lead, have now released the first look poster of actor Parthiban in the film and disclosed that he plays a character called Nalla Nagappa in it. Well-known production house Mythri Movie Makers, which is producing the film, took to its X timeline to share the first look poster of the actor's character. It wrote, "Presenting the sensational actor and the multi-talented legend rparthiepan Garu as 'NALLA NAGAPPA' from UstaadBhagatSingh. His fierce performance will leave you in awe! UstaadBhagatSingh GRAND RELEASE WORLDWIDE ON 26th MARCH, 2026. UBSOnMarch26th." Presenting the sensational actor and the multi-talented legend @rparthiepan Garu as 'NALLA NAGAPPA' from #UstaadBhagatSingh ❤🔥His fierce performance will leave you in awe 🔥#UstaadBhagatSingh GRAND RELEASE WORLDWIDE ON 26th MARCH, 2026.#UBSOnMarch26thPOWER STAR… pic.twitter.com/J37kqPdjko — Mythri Movie Makers (@MythriOfficial) February 11, 2026 It may be recalled that dubbing for the eagerly awaited film began in January this year. In fact, the makers had, on their social media timelines, shared a video clip showing director Harish Shankar joining in the pooja that was conducted prior to the commencement of dubbing for the film. The production house wrote, "UstaadBhagatSingh dubbing begins on an auspicious note. Get ready for the POWERFUL DIALOGUES penned by our CULT CAPTAIN POWER STAR PawanKalyan. harish2you. sreeleela14 RaashiiKhanna ThisIsDSP rparthiepan DoP_Bose AnandSai Venupro MythriOfficial SonyMusicSouth UBSthefilm." The film has triggered huge excitement among fans and film buffs. It may be recalled that on July 29 last year, the makers of the film had announced that the unit had completed shooting the film's climax. Taking to its X timeline, production house Mythri Movie Makers had then said, "UstaadBhagatSingh completes shooting for climax. An electrifying climax high on emotions and action was wrapped up under the supervision of NabaKanta master." The production house had praised actor Pawan Kalyan for making time for their film's shoot despite his busy schedule as he was also the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. It may be recalled that Pawan Kalyan had officially joined the unit that was shooting in Hyderabad in the month of June last year. Sreeleela plays the female lead in this film, which is being produced on a grand scale by Naveen Yerneni and Y. Ravi Shankar under the Mythri Movie Makers banner. Music for this film is being composed by Rockstar Devi Sri Prasad, who is on a success spree. Cinematography for the film is by Ayananka Bose, while editing is being taken care of by Ujjwal Kulkarni. The duo of Ram-Laxman has choreographed the action sequences in this film, which has Anand Sai as its production designer. Screenplay for the film is by K. Dasharath, while additional writing is by C Chandra Mohan. 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
12 February,2026 01:05 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSRecalling that February 11 was the first day he stood in front of a camera for his first film, Punadhirallu, Mega star Chiranjeevi on Wednesday penned a note of gratitude to the audiences and to the director and producer of the film, who, he said, had given him his first opportunity. Taking to his X timeline to post black and white pictures from the sets of the film, which was made in 1979, Chiranjeevi, in Telugu, wrote, "Today marks the first day in my life that I stood in front of the camera for the movie Punadhirallu.” ఈరోజు “పునాదిరాళ్లు” సినిమా కోసం జీవితంలో కెమెరా ముందు నిలిచిన తొలి రోజు.ఆ రోజు నాలో కలిగిన ఆత్రుత, ఆనందం, బాధ్యత, భావోద్వేగం మాటల్లో వర్ణించలేనిది. ఆ క్షణం ఇప్పటికీ నిన్న, మొన్న జరిగిందేమో అన్నట్టు అనిపిస్తుంది. ఒక అందమైన చందమామ కథ లాంటి అనుభూతి.ఈ ప్రత్యేక సందర్భంలో, నాకు… pic.twitter.com/Rsc6UYmgiK — Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) February 11, 2026 The actor went on to point out that the joy, excitement and responsibility that he felt on that day, along with the emotions he experienced then, could not be described in words. The actor, who said that the moment still felt like it had happened only yesterday or the day before, likened the experience to a beautiful full moon story. He said, "On this special occasion, I express my heartfelt gratitude to the director and producer of that film who gave me my first opportunity." The top star of Telugu cinema pointed out that it was their trust and encouragement that helped lay the foundation stones for his journey in acting. "From that day until today, my thanks to all the audience members who have supported and blessed me, " he wrote. For the unaware, Punadhirallu, which was released in 1979, was directed by Gudapati Rajkumar and produced by Kranthi Kumar. Although this was the first film for which Chiranjeevi shot, his first film to release was Pranam Khareedu. Punadhirallu won two Nandi Awards. While the film won the Nandi Award for Best Feature Film, actor Gokina Rama Rao won the Best Actor Award for his performance in the film. 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
12 February,2026 10:45 AM IST | Hyderabad | IANSThe parents of the late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala staged a protest against the Mansa Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) over the non-registration of an FIR on their complaint against music producer Bunty Bains and others, alleging financial irregularities. While staging the protest, Balkaur Singh, the father of Sidhu Moosewala, alleged that the music producer Bunty Bains has "not given him any statement regarding the earnings from his company." "Bunty Bains, who is the manager of my company, has not given me any statement regarding its earnings. I filed a complaint against Bunty Bains, Gurpreet Singh Bhasin, and Shabbir Momin. It was forwarded to the Mansa SSP for investigation, yet nothing happened. Troubled with it, I have reached the SSP's office today, where DIG Harjeet Singh has arrived. I am distressed because I am subjected to a major fraud," said Balkaur Singh, father of late Sidhu Moosewala. Meanwhile, Sidhu Moosewala was shot dead on May 29, 2022, in Mansa. The 28-year-old singer was attacked by assailants who fired more than 30 rounds at him. He was later found slumped in the driver's seat by locals. Almost two years after the death of the singer, the parents of the late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala, Balkaur Singh, and Charan Kaur, welcomed a baby boy. "With the blessings of millions of souls who love Shubhdeep, the Almighty has put Shubh's younger brother in our lap. However, the Government is now troubling me, asking me to prove his legal status. I want to request the CM (Bhagwant Mann) that please let me get the treatment done with, then I will come wherever the government calls me. I am an ex-Army man; I will never run away from the law. I have all the legal documents and I will prove it. However, if the state does not believe me they can file an FIR," Balkaur Singh posted on Facebook. 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
12 February,2026 10:08 AM IST | Mansa (Punjab) | ANIThe makers of director Ganesh Chandra's upcoming romantic drama Pookie on Wednesday released an interesting trailer of the film that seemed to suggest that well-known actor, producer and music director Vijay Antony may well be making an appearance in the film as its antagonist. Vijay Antony, who is also the producer of the film, took to his X timeline to release the trailer of the film on Wednesday. Here’s the trailer of #POOKIE 🎬❤️https://t.co/4dW95wGk4WSorry for the technical delay 😌Worth the wait, we promise.2 days to go ⏳In cinemas worldwide from Feb 13 🌍#PookieTheMovie #AjayDhishan #RKDhanusha #VijayAntony pic.twitter.com/JtuxWDohbR — vijayantony (@vijayantony) February 11, 2026 Vijay Antony wrote, "Here’s the trailer of POOKIE. Sorry for the technical delay. Worth the wait, we promise. 2 days to go. In cinemas worldwide from Feb 13." The trailer that was released shows the film's lead pair in a relationship. A voice-over in the background says, "A mass hero and a bubbly heroine fall in love and are happy." We are then treated to a series of romantic visuals. The voice-over then says, "They then break up." Both the boy and the girl then seem to be in pain as a result of the breakup. The voice-over then says, "Even if God wishes to make them both get back together, will their friends allow it?" We then see the friends of both the boy and the girl portraying the other in bad light. The girl's friends sow poison in her mind, saying that the hero is a habitual abuser. Eventually, she decides she will never see him ever again. Meanwhile, the families of both the boy and the girl are in fear as to what they will have to witness. The trailer ends with the voice-over saying, "As if all these problems are not enough, there is a villain too." Soon after this, we see Vijay Antony, with his hair coloured, lying on a cot and playing a musical instrument. The film, which features Ajay Dhishan and Dhanusha in the lead, is scheduled to hit screens on February 13 this year. The film, which has been produced by well known producer Vijay Antony through his Vijay Antony Film Corporation, has been shot by director Ganesh Chandra himself. Interestingly, Ganesh Chandra was the cinematographer of Vijay Antony's second film as hero, Salim. Vijay Antony, apart from scoring the music of the film, has also edited the film. The story of the film has been penned by Puthiya Parithi. Apart from Ajay Dhishan and Dhanusha, the film also features a host of actors including Vijay Antony, Pandiarajan, Sunil, Lakshmi Manchu, Indumathi Manigandan, Aaditya Kathir, Vivek Prasanna, Black Pandi, Bigg Boss Sathya, M. J. Shriram, Radha, Ashwin Ram, Shiyara Sharmi and Priyanka. 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
12 February,2026 09:33 AM IST | Chennai | IANSThe first look teaser of Yash, from his upcoming film, Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-Ups, which was released in January 2026 on his birthday, has faced fresh trouble. This time around, from the Christian community. The National Christian Federation has filed a formal complaint against the film, alleging that it includes certain scenes that are offensive to Christians and disrespectful to their religious beliefs. Christian group complaints against Yash's Toxic teaser In its complaint, the NCF alleged that the film includes scenes that hurt religious sentiments and portray Christianity in a derogatory manner. The organisation has particularly objected to scenes involving Saint Michael the Archangel, claiming that the depiction is inappropriate and amounts to an insult to a revered religious figure. The federation also further alleged that objectionable and obscene visuals have been shown in the presence of angels, which is unacceptable and deeply offensive to the Christian community. As a result, the NCF has demanded the immediate removal of the debated scenes, including the related content uploaded on YouTube. The body has also called for corrective action by the filmmakers. The complaint was submitted to the Film Chamber of Commerce, as well as to the state government's Chief Secretary, Home Secretary, and the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The complaint was filed by Pradeep Kumar, president of the National Christian Federation. Kumar urged the makers to remove the controversial scenes and also issue a public apology to the Christian community. The organisation further warned that it will initiate legal action if its demands are not met and if the alleged offensive content is not withdrawn. Other complaints against Yash's Toxic teaser Interestingly, when the teaser was released, social activist Dinesh Kallahalli filed a formal complaint with the CBFC, objecting to the "obscene, sexually explicit and morally offensive scenes." Similarly, the women’s wing of the AAP’s Karnataka unit had submitted a formal complaint to the Karnataka State Commission for Women (KSWC) seeking appropriate action against the teaser, including its removal. The KSWC then wrote to the CBFC. The letter read, "The obscene and explicit content in the teaser of this movie is causing serious harm to the social well-being of women and children. These scenes, released in the public domain without any age-related warning, degrade the dignity of women and insult Kannada culture."
11 February,2026 05:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Sreeleela made her acting debut at the age of 16 as a child artist. Despite starting her journey to becoming a popular actress at a very young age, the actress did not give up on her dream of becoming a doctor. The actress juggled between sets and studies, and looks like her hard work has finally paid off. The actress has been conferred with an MBBS degree at the convocation ceremony, held recently Sreeleela completed her medical degree Sreeleela has officially completed her MBBS degree and is set to step into the world as a qualified doctor. While dominating the film industry and spreading her wings across different language cinema, the actress has balanced her medical studies alongside back-to-back shoots and promotions. And now, the day arrived, when she was awarded her degree. Finally Dr SreeleelaIt's great to finish a degree like MBBS which is very tough in itself Her hardworking personality 🙏🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/SBeZOEx2n0 — Swamy Naidu Lenka (@SwamyNaiduLenka) February 11, 2026 Viral visuals are flooding social media from her convocation ceremony, where she dons a gown and cap, beaming as she receives her degree. Sreeleela's acting career Sreeleela made her acting debut in the 2017 Telugu film Chitrangada as a child artist, where she portrayed the younger version of Sindhu Tolani's character. She made her debut as a leading lady in the 2019 film Kiss. Notably, the filming for Kiss began in 2017, whenSreeleela was in the first year of her pre-university course Later in 2021, Sreeleela was cast in the romantic musical film Pelli SandaD, which marked her debut in Telugu cinema. Sreeleela gained widespread recognition after featuring in the dance number Kissik, from Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna starrer Pushpa 2: The Rule. She has also won many awards for her performances. The actress is now set to make her big Bollywood debut alongside Kartik Aaryan in an Anurag Basu directorial. From early buzz in Kannada and Telugu cinema to her eagerly awaited Bollywood debut in Anurag Basu's musical romance, Sreeleela has built a pan-India profile. Now with a doctor's degree in her kitty, Sreeleela proves her rock-solid discipline and true dedication by completing tough medical studies alongside a hectic film career. Meanwhile, fans are eagerly waiting to see her magic light up the big screen in her still untitled Bollywood debut film.
11 February,2026 04:57 PM IST | MumbaiAllu Arjun has been in the news after a viral podcast clip saw a brand manager speak about his alleged set of dos and don’ts while meeting him. Brand manager Kaveri Baruah was in conversation on the Sweekriti Talks podcast, where she shared her experience of meeting the actor. She claimed that Allu Arjun has a list of 42 dos and don’ts, including avoiding direct eye contact and handshakes. The clip soon went viral. Podcaster calls out Allu Arjun's team for harassment Shortly after, Allu Arjun’s team called the comments baseless and warned that legal action would be initiated. Now, the podcast host has revealed that she was forced to take down the video following alleged harassment directed at her guest. On Tuesday evening, podcaster Sweekriti took to her Instagram Stories and shared that she had removed the video from all social platforms, including YouTube. She wrote, “I've removed the video after my guest faced coordinated harassment from PR machinery and bot accounts.” Sweekriti expressed her disappointment over the situation and the alleged harassment faced by her guest. “She holds a responsible position in a reputed organization, and I refuse to let her career be jeopardized due to online bullying. The discussion was factual and professional, not defamatory. But protecting a real person will always take priority over engaging with power that refuses accountability,” she wrote. She further added, “Allu Arjun & his team are sheer losers, & just power hungry.” In another note, she alleged that Arjun and his team were “attacking” her. “A woman can't live in peace & make content on the internet!! Shocking. Allu Arjun PR attacking me. Well, abusing me, saying negative things about me can never pull me down. Keep going, bots,” she wrote. In another post, she added, “I finally understand what happens when people speak the truth,” urging members of the Telugu film industry to speak up. The host also shared screenshots of derogatory comments she claimed to have received from Allu Arjun’s fandom on social media. Viral claims about Allu Arjun Kaveri Baruah spoke about certain rules that allegedly had to be followed before meeting the Telugu superstar, putting him in a negative light. Kaveri, who reportedly worked with Royal Enfield’s brand strategy team, claimed, “Before meeting him, we had a note which had 42 dos and don’ts — don’t look into sir’s eyes, don’t shake your hand.” She further alleged that the actor operates with multiple layers of management. “They have a manager’s manager’s manager. They are very strict,” she said. However, when pressed for more details, Kaveri declined to elaborate further, saying, “Mere ko kya pata? Aur nahi bataungi main (How would I know? I won’t say anything else),” which left many netizens sceptical about the authenticity of her claims. Allu Arjun’s team warns of legal action The clip from the podcast soon went viral, sparking widespread discussion on social media. As the comments gained traction, Allu Arjun’s team released an official statement of clarification. The statement read, “Certain recent comments made about Mr. Allu Arjun are completely baseless and untrue. He has always conducted himself with the utmost dignity and honour. We take these false allegations seriously. Our legal team is initiating defamation proceedings against those responsible. We request everyone to refrain from spreading unverified information.”
11 February,2026 01:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
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