The latest buzz on director Nelson’s much-awaited action entertainer ‘Jailer 2’, featuring Superstar Rajinikanth in the lead, is that work on the film is likely to begin next week. Rumours doing the rounds in the industry suggest that the shooting of the film is likely to happen in Chennai first. The unit is then expected to shoot in other places including Goa and Theni in Tamil Nadu. There are also rumours that claim that Kannada superstar Dr Shiva Rajkumar and Malayalam superstar Mohanlal will be a part of Jailer 2. However, there has been no official confirmation regarding any of this. Jailer 2 has triggered huge interest, thanks to the phenomenal reach of Jailer, which went on to emerge a huge blockbuster, raking in around Rs 650 crores. Expectations further shot up when Sun Pictures, the production house that is producing the film, officially announced the launch of Jailer 2 through an exceptionally interesting teaser that was both funny and thrilling. The announcement teaser of Jailer 2 opened with a radio announcement that a cyclone was making its way to the coast, even as music director Anirudh and director Nelson are shown having a funny conversation in Goa, where they have come for what Nelson says is a story discussion session. The two are obviously looking to find a storyline for Nelson’s next film. The hilarious banter between the two soon makes way for some explosive action as random people who enter the room where the two are seated either get shot or stabbed. With both the music director and the director scurrying for cover, you see a hazy image of Rajinikanth entering the room, obviously looking to hunt down any other survivors left behind. When Rajinikanth leaves the room and steps out, a grenade is lobbed in. Outside Rajinikanth takes on more powerful villains. That is when an awestruck Anirudh tells director Nelson, “This looks fearsome Nelsa! Let’s make this into a film!” Just the announcement teaser of Jailer 2 was a big hit, garnering over 13 million views in a matter of just 48 hours. Now, fans are eagerly waiting for news on the sequel, work on which industry insiders claim will begin from next week. 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
07 March,2025 07:51 AM IST | Chennai | IANSKolkata turned into a filmy playground as the makers of Khakee: The Bengal Chapter launched the trailer on March 5. A showreel is aired on the big screen, serving as the answer to our questions. Kolkata is known as much for its art and culture as it is for its cinema and writing mavericks. But, the city is also deeply entrenched in politics. Call it a spectacle and fan service rolled into one, but this unveiling gave us a sense of what the show holds—the messiness of the city’s political underbelly. The anticipation in the air at the Royal Turf Club overlooking the Kolkata Maidaan was palpable. In the last century, the same maidaan has been witness to political rallies of every notable leader and party. The stage crackled with energy, and then, like a carefully choreographed play, the cast was introduced. It started with Prosenjit Chatterjee. The room shifted as he walked in—slow, measured, like a man who didn’t need to announce his arrival. The crowd erupted into chants, his name rolling through the arena. The lines between his character and him were blurred. Before the frenzy could settle, Jeet arrived in a car, in his cop avatar, stepping out like a man with a mission, ready to rid Bengal of its criminal underbelly. The audience roared in approval. And just as the dust was settling, a bike tore through the stage. Ritwik Bhowmik and Aadil Khan, playing political enforcers, made their entry and swiftly followed Saswata Chatterjee, who plays Bagha (Tiger) ready to tell the younglings that political wins are determined by more brains than brawn. “Maatha ta khaata [Make your brain think],” he said ominously. Set in the turbulent 2000s, Khakee: The Bengal Chapter dives into a city gripped by gang wars and political turmoil. At the heart of this chaos is IPS officer Arjun Maitra, played by Jeet, a man determined to dismantle the criminal empire that thrives in the shadows. As he takes on a deeply entrenched system riddled with corruption and violence, the battle lines blur between law and power, justice and survival. Showrunner Neeraj Pandey, who has made this with directors Tushar Kanti Ray and Debatma Mandal, said, “I was born and brought up in Kolkata. This played an important role in me choosing Kolkata for the second chapter in the series. The world of Khakee has always been about larger-than-life conflicts, high-stakes drama, and nuanced characters that redefine the lines between good and evil.” But the biggest draw for the local audience was the union of two of the industry’s biggest superstars, Jeet and Prosenjit. What took them so long? Bumba Da (Chatterjee, as he is fondly called) corrected, “I headlined a film produced by Jeet.” He added, “We [Chatterjee and Jeet] were destined to come together with Khakee.” But he announced to the roaring crowds, “Banglae amra korbo. Dui bhai amra ashbo [We will do something in Bengali; the brothers will unite.]”
07 March,2025 07:33 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuBengali cinema legend , who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming second series 'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter', has said that he never talks about the money with producers and directors. He always puts forth the conditions of working on the producers. The actor spoke with the media in Kolkata in light of the trailer release of the series. Prosenjit said that he has played so many characters in his career spanning over 4 decades but his character in 'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter' challenged the actor in him, and that's when he dialed showrunner Neeraj Pandey. He told the media, "If I read through a character, and it doesn't let me sleep, I make a call to the director and ask them, 'Date kab ka chaahiye?'. He further mentioned, "I never talk about the money. My producer friends who are sitting here can vouch for it". Meanwhile, the show also stars Jeet, Saswata Chatterjee, Parambrata Chatterjee, Ritwik Bhowmik, Aadil Zafar Khan, Chitrangada Singh, Pooja Chopra, Aakanksha Singh, Mimoh Chakroborty and Shraddha Das. The new season of 'The show stars an ensemble cast including Jeet, Prosenjit Chatterjee, Saswata Chatterjee, Parambrata Chatterjee, Ritwik Bhowmik, Aadil Zafar Khan, Chitrangada Singh, Pooja Chopra, Aakanksha Singh, Mimoh Chakroborty and Shraddha Das. The new season of the Netflix show is a layered story of politics, inter-gang rivalry and the police system. The trailer features an explosive blend of relentless action, intricate drama, and unexpected twists. The new season is set in the Kolkata of the early 2000s, and sees gangsters and politicians commanding unchallenged authority. In such dire straits for the common man, IPS Arjun Maitra (essayed by Jeet) emerged as a catalyst for change. He sets out to carve a path of justice amidst the treacherous world of political intrigue, gang warfare, and shifting allegiances. Speaking at the launch event, showrunner Neeraj Pandey shared, "The world of 'Khakee' has always been about larger-than-life conflicts, high-stakes drama, and nuanced characters that redefine the lines between good and evil. With 'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter', we take this intensity to a whole new level. Set against the vivid backdrop of Kolkata, this chapter delves into gripping power struggles and follows a relentless IPS officer who dares to challenge the system". He added, "The entire ensemble cast has delivered exceptional performances, ensuring that 'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter' is an evolution of the beloved narrative. Both the directors, Tusshar and Debatma, along with the entire crew have worked tirelessly to bring this narrative to life and we hope that it will captivate the audiences. Filming extensively in Kolkata, it feels incredibly rewarding to unveil the trailer here and witness the audience's enthusiastic reactions. Through our continued partnership with Netflix, we champion stories that resonate on a global scale while remaining deeply rooted in local authenticity". The show is set to stream on Netflix from March 20. 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
06 March,2025 07:51 AM IST | Kolkata | IANSThe Censor Board of Film Certification has cleared India’s first sea horror adventure film, ‘Kingston’, for release with a U/A certificate, the film’s makers announced on Wednesday. Parallel Universe, the production house owned by actor G V Prakash, which is producing the film along with Zee Studios, took to its X timeline to make the announcement. It said, “#Kingston censored with a U/A.All set to dive into India's first Sea fantasy adventure starring @gvprakash, in theatres on March 7th! A film by @storyteller_kp. Produced by @ZeeStudiosSouth and @ParallelUniPic.” The film has triggered huge interest in fans and film buffs as this is the first time a sea adventure film is being made in Tamil cinema. Kingston will be special not just to fans but also to G V Prakash as this is his 25th film. 2 days to go before the chronicles of #Kingston begin!India's first SEA FANTASY ADVENTURE starring @gvprakash, in theatres on March 7th.A film by @storyteller_kp.Produced by @ZeeStudiosSouth and @ParallelUniPic.@divyabarti2801 @gokulbenoy pic.twitter.com/mUjiX5qfyO — Zee Studios South (@zeestudiossouth) March 5, 2025 “We have spent four times the amount that we would normally spend on a film,” the actor had told IANS in a previous interview. The trailer of the film, which was recently released, has further heightened expectations from the film, which is scheduled for a release on March 7 this year. Directed by debut filmmaker Kamal Prakash, the film features a promising star-cast including Divya Bharathi, Azhagam Perumal, ‘Merku Thodarchi Malai’ fame Antony, Chetan, Kumaravel, Sabumon and many others. The cinematography of the film has been handled by Gokul Benoy, while the dialogues have been penned by Dhivek. Editing is being done by San Lokesh. Key technical contributors include S.S. Moorthy in the art department and Dhilip Subbarayan in the stunts department. The sea fantasy adventure film, set against a coastal landscape, is produced on a big budget by Zee Studios in association with Parallel Universe Pictures. 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
06 March,2025 07:18 AM IST | Chennai | IANSPopular playback singer Kalpana Raghavendar on Wednesday denied that she attempted suicide at her Hyderabad residence. Kalpana Raghavendar told police that she took an overdose of insomnia tablets at home as she was unable to sleep due to differences with her daughter over her education. According to KPHB police, Kalpana Raghavendar and her husband have been staying at a house in Nizampet in KPHB for the last five years. Kalpana Raghavendar told police that differences cropped up between her and her daughter Daya Prasad on March 3 over her education as she wanted her child to study in Hyderabad but she refused. Police quoted Kalpana Raghavendar as saying that she arrived from Ernakulam on Tuesday (March 4) and despite all the efforts was unable to sleep. “I took eight tablets but was still unable to sleep. I took another 10 tablets and fell unconscious. I don’t know what happened after that,” she said. According to police, Kalpana’s husband Prasad alerted colony welfare members after she did not answer his phone calls. The colony welfare members informed the police, which rushed to the colony. They broke open the door and found her lying unconscious in the bedroom. She was shifted to a nearby hospital after that. Police said the singer regained consciousness and told them that she did not attempt suicide. She also told police that no one was involved in this incident and that she took too many sleeping pills after a dispute with the daughter over her education. Kalpana’s daughter told media persons at the hospital that her mother did not attempt suicide but she took a slight overdose of insomnia tablets because of stress. “Please do not manipulate any information. Our family is perfectly fine. My mom and dad are happy. I am happy. My mom is perfectly fine. She will be back in a few days,” Daya Prasad said. Kalpana, who who started her career as a singer at the age of five, has recorded over 1,500 songs in various languages, including Malayalam, Telugu and Tamil. Daughter of famous playback singers TS Raghavendra and Sluochana, Kalpana worked with leading music directors and singers like MS Viswanathan, Iliyaraaja, AR. Rahman, SP Balasubrahmanyam and KS. Chithtra. She is known for winning the fifth season of popular music reality show ‘Star Singer’ . She was also seen in the first season of Big Boss Telugu, hosted by Jr NTR.
05 March,2025 08:05 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSPopular Telugu singer Kalpana allegedly attempted suicide at her residence here, police said on Tuesday. Police reached her house after being informed by the Residents' Association, where she stayed, and broke open the door of the house on Tuesday. Kalpana was found in unconscious state They found her in an "unconscious" state and shifted her to a hospital. Doctors treating her said she took sleeping pills, and details would be known after she regains consciousness, a police official at KPHB Police Station said. Her condition is stated to be "out of danger", he said. The official further said the reasons behind the singer resorting to the extreme step were being verified as part of the investigation. According to authorities, the KPHB police station received an emergency call from the apartment committee at around 5 pm. Upon their arrival at Kalpana's residence, officers found the door to her apartment locked. However, looking through the kitchen window, they observed the singer lying unconscious on her bed. The police and medical responders transported Kalpana to the Holistic Hospital via an ambulance. Her husband arrived shortly after, by 6 pm. Kalpana's condition stable Upon receiving timely treatment, Kalpana could be saved and her condition is now stable and that she is receiving appropriate care. A statement from the KPHB police station revealed, "We received a call from the apartment committee at 5 pm. Upon arrival, we found the door locked, but through the kitchen window, spotted Kalpana lying unconscious on her bed. We quickly transported Kalpana to the Holistic Hospital in an ambulance, where she is currently undergoing treatment. Her husband also reached by 6 pm. Her condition is better now. No case has been registered." Further details regarding the cause of the incident are yet to be disclosed and the reason behind her attempting suicide is being investigated. About Kalpana Kalpana is known for her contribution to the Indian music industry, having sung numerous popular tracks in various languages over the years. Her most famous songs include 'Navamoorthulainatti' from 'Intinta Annamayya' and 'Pogiren' from '36 Vayadhinile', for which she also won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer. (with inputs from agencies)
05 March,2025 03:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentUnni Mukundan's Malayalam film Marco was released in theatres on December 2024. The film surprised at the box office attracting not just Kerala audience but across India. The film performed extremely well at the box office in India and globally putting lead actor Unni in the spotlight. The film was made available on streaming platform Sony LIV last month. However, now the film has landed in trouble with CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification) banning its TV premiere. The regional officer at CBFC urged the intervention of centre in blocking the OTT streaming of the film. Nadeem Thufali T, the regional office of CBFC, has written a letter to the CBFC chairperson and renowned lyricist Prasoon Joshi in this regard. CBFC wants ban on Marco This comes days after Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan warned against the impact of films and TV shows in the state assembly amid rising crime of violence and murder in the state. The makers of Marco were supposed to release the uncut version on OTT. However, due to complaints against excessive violence portrayed in the film, the platform released only the theatrical version of the film. The TV premiere of the film was banned by the censor board citing, "Marco has already been certified A by the CBFC. Parents should exercise caution when allowing children to watch such films. The CBFC’s role is limited to certification and does not involve censorship. We have rejected the satellite rights for the movie Marco as it’s not suitable for a family audience". About Marco The film revolves around Marco (played effortlessly by Unni Mukundan). He was an orphan who was adopted into the Adattu family. He is shown to be extremely loyal to the family and would go to any extent in serving and protecting them. The kids in the family know him as the devil but not the ones that they would be scared of. They call him devil for his physical prowess that he has displayed time and again in a bid to protect his near and dear ones. But when tragedy strikes in the film, Marco loses all cool and goes on a killing spree only to discover he has been played. The film revolves around two powerful families at loggerhead each trying their best to keep their near and dear ones alive. The film is definitely not one for the soft hearted. There is a lot of blood on screen and as the film approaches the climax it only gets harsher with the innovative ways in which people on the screen get murdered. On the other hand, if you can stomach some gore and convince yourself that it is all prosthetics, then you might enjoy the stylised stunts and execution of the same.
05 March,2025 02:54 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOn Tuesday, actress Nayanthara took to her social media handle and shared a note addressed to the media, her fans and the film fraternity. In her note, she requested all to not refer to her as 'Lady superstar'. It is a title that she was bestowed with by fans and the media owing to her contribution to the film industry. She appealed to all to address her as just Nayanthara and not as Lady Superstar. No more Lady superstar, says Nayanthara Issuing a statement, Nayanthara, who has been a dominant force in the Tamil film industry, said, “While thanking all my sources of happiness and success for my journey as an actress, I sincerely hope this note finds you and your families in the best of health and happiness. “My life has been an open book that has always found its adornment with your unconditional love and affection. Be it the pat on my shoulder during my success or extending your hand to lift me during hardships, you have always been there for me,” she said. Pointing out that many had graciously referred to her as "Lady Superstar," a title born out of their immense affection, she said, “I owe you all a lot for crowning me with such a valuable title. However, I humbly request you all to call me ‘Nayanthara’. This is because I feel that the name is what I hold closest to my heart. It represents who I am—not just as an actor but as an individual.” NAYANTHARA will always be and only NAYANTHARA🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/fZDqhXM4Vl — Nayanthara✨ (@NayantharaU) March 4, 2025 Nayanthara thanks everyone for unrelenting support The actress also went on to point out that while titles and accolades were priceless they could also sometimes create an image that separated the stars from their work, their craft, and the unconditional bond they shared with the audience. “I believe we all share the language of love that keeps us connected beyond all limits. While the future might be unpredictable for all of us, I’m so happy that your unfading support will remain constant, and so will my hard work to entertain you. Cinema is what keeps us united, and let us keep celebrating it together,” she signed off.
05 March,2025 08:46 AM IST | Chennai | mid-day online correspondentAfter making quite a splash with his eclectic choice of roles, Babil Khan will next be a part of the Indian-American film "Yakshi". The short film features Babil Khan alongside acclaimed Malayalam actress Anna Ben, recognized for her performances in "Kumbalangi Nights" and "Helen". Written and directed by Karan Sunil, "Yakshi" is expected to offer a unique blend of Indian folklore and contemporary storytelling, making it a promising addition to global cinema. Produced by Lambe Log Productions, the makers have kept the plot of the movie under wraps for now. Anna Ben took to social media and dropped a few behind-the-scenes glimpses from the set of "Yakshi". Expressing her gratitude for the experience she penned a heartfelt note that read, "This was truly written in the stars. Had the most amazing time working with these wonderful human beings. @ksunzz @lambelogproductions, thank you for trusting me to be Maya. Thank you for letting me discover a whole new side as an artist. And most importantly, giving everyone a safe space to work and collaborate." Praising co-star Babli Khan, she added, "@babil.i.k, you are an absolute darling! I hope we get to work together more and can’t wait to see you do all the wonderful things you are dreaming to do.” In addition to this, Babil Khan is also set to star in an upcoming love story directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Sai Rajesh. The highly-anticipated flick will also mark the Bollywood debut of Govinda’s son, Yashvardhan Ahuja. Backed by Madhu Mantena in association with Allu Aravind and SKN Films, this yet-to-be-titled drama will be helmed by Sai Rajesh, known for his blockbuster Tamil dramas such as "Colour Photo", "Hrudaya Kaleyam" and "Baby". The makers have still not locked in any female lead for the movie. 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
05 March,2025 08:01 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSA statement against Rashmika Mandanna by Congress MLA Ravikumar Ganiga calling her “arrogant” and “ungrateful” has triggered a major controversy in Karnataka with his colleague, A.S. Ponnanna, MLA and Advisor to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stating that the actress is as entitled as Ganiga to choose where to go and where not to go. The controversy erupted after the actress and a few other Kannada actors did not attend the inauguration of the international film festival in Bengaluru. Slamming the actress Ganiga had said, "Rashmika Mandanna entered the film industry and started her career through the Kannada movie 'Kirik Party'. She was invited last year for the international film festival. Rashmika claimed that she is living in Hyderabad and she doesn't know where Karnataka is. Rashmika further said that she doesn't have time to attend the film festival." Irked by the actress’ remarks MLA Ravikumar, a staunch follower of Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar slammed Rashmika Mandanna for her alleged arrogance. Meanwhile, Dy CM Shivakumar also came down on the industry and maintained that the film industry can’t survive without the government and the people. Significantly on Tuesday, responding to a statement by his colleague Ravikumar Gowda, the Advisor to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and MLA A.S. Ponnanna told the media at Vidhana Soudha, “We are living in a constitutional democracy and individual freedom is a fundamental right. Rashmika Mandanna is as entitled as MLA Ravikumar Ganiga to choose where she wants to go and where not to go.” When about the language used against her, MLA Ponnanna stated, “I also feel the language is perhaps inappropriate. Rashmika Mandanna is well within her rights to participate in a particular programme, whether it is a state programme or not, it is her choice. I do not think anyone should be interfering in her right to choose where she should be.” MLA Ponnanna and actress Rashmika Mandanna both hail from the Kodagu region and belong to the Kodava community. Meanwhile, reacting to the controversy, Ganiga stated in Bengaluru on Tuesday that he stands by his statement. “I can present the official invitation issued to Rashmika for last year’s international film festival in front of the media.” “This is our challenge,” he asserted, responding to claims that Rashmika was never invited to the event. MLA Gowda further stated, “Let this display of arrogance stop. We don’t talk about actresses Anushka Shetty and Shilpa Shetty because they did not start their careers here. They struggled and achieved success in the Telugu and Bollywood industries, and they have also acted in Kannada films.” “What we want to convey is that Rashmika Mandanna used the Kannada audience as a stepping stone and then displayed arrogance. The statement was meant to address her attitude, not my personal opinion—it reflects the sentiment of the Kannada people,” he said. He continued, “Why would I target Rashmika Mandanna? What do I gain from this? I am not organising a film festival in Mandya. We invited her on behalf of six crore Kannada people, but she declined, citing a lack of time. Let her correct herself.” Ravikumar represents the Mandya Assembly seat. “This land gave her a career—she should respect it,” he added. Meanwhile, reacting to criticism against him for his remarks on film artistes, Deputy Chief Minister Shivakumar stated, “Let them criticise. I made the statement so that they would react. I know how much I have contributed, and those who have benefited from my help know it too. This is about the state, our land, and our interests. It’s about your language. Did we organise the international film festival for ourselves? It was held to help their films grow.” Shivakumar further said, “If film artistes don’t attend to promote their own films, should we take responsibility for that too? There may have been some lapses, and some people may not have been invited. Whether that was a mistake on our department’s part is a separate matter. But ultimately, it was their event, and they should have attended the festival, right? No one is beyond criticism.” “We can survive without films. They need the government and the people to promote their films,” Shivakumar emphasised. Senior film producer and director Rajendra Singh Babu, responding to Shivakumar’s statements, remarked, “The Mekedatu project is crucial for providing drinking water to Bengaluru. There is a way to invite artistes. Deputy CM Shivakumar should have considered how to maintain good relations with the film industry. We have our own chambers and associations, and there are senior artistes who would certainly attend if invited.” “The Kannada film industry has never turned its back on the language or the state’s interests. It has always responded to the state's causes. The artistes should have attended the international film festival voluntarily instead of waiting for an invitation,” Rajendra Singh Babu said. He further emphasised, “Will Shivakumar be the Chief Minister for 50 years? This is political. After five years, another government will take over. He should not have spoken like a dictator—he should have communicated in a more refined manner.” “If we are threatened with being unable to make films here, we will go to Uttar Pradesh, where they offer a Rs 5 crore subsidy. In Jammu and Kashmir, they provide a Rs 6 crore subsidy. We do not need any assistance from the Karnataka government. We are creators, and we can create anywhere. Shivakumar should take back his words,” he demanded. “Karnataka is not anybody’s grandfather’s property. Shivakumar has misused the platform,” he slammed.
04 March,2025 07:47 PM IST | Bengaluru | IANSOn Monday, Karnataka Congress MLA Ravikumar Gowda Ganiga lashed out at Indian actress Rashmika Mandanna for allegedly 'disregarding Kannada'. He said that she should be taught a lesson for repeatedly refusing to attend the Bengaluru Film Festival. He pointed out that despite starting her career with Kannada film, she refused to honour the industry. Mandanna started her acting career with the hit Kannada film Kirik Party. What did Congress MLA Gowda say While speaking to the media, the MLA said, "Rashmika Mandanna, who started her career with the Kannada movie Kirik Party in Karnataka, refused to attend the International Film Festival last year when we invited her. She said, 'I have my house in Hyderabad, I don't know where Karnataka is, and I don't have time. I can't come. One of our legislator friends visited her house 10-12 times to invite her, but she refused and even disregarded Kannada, despite growing up in the industry here. Shouldn't we teach them a lesson?" The statement by the MLA led to various reactions by fans of the actor and even political leaders of the opposition party. Taking to X, BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar reacted to the comment and wrote, You can never separate goon from Rahul Congressman. This pompous overblown #Karnataka MLA from constitution waving @RahulGandhi's party, wants to "teach a lesson" to an actress. I want to tell @DKShivakumar and @siddaramaiah to read up constitution - every citizen including actress hv rights and dont forget ur goon MPA has obligations to respect law and rights of citizens If he wants a "lesson" in constitution, I/we will be happy to "teach" this goon - free of charge -anytime,anyplace Call me! #KnowTheTruth #TruthAboutCorruptCong" You can never separate goon from Rahul Congressman.This pompous overblown #Karnataka MLA from constitution waving @RahulGandhi 's party, wants to "teach a lesson" to an actress.I want to tell @DKShivakumar and @siddaramaiah to read up constitution - every citizen including… https://t.co/RV27NtFWqL — Rajeev Chandrasekhar 🇮🇳 (@RajeevRC_X) March 3, 2025 Meanwhile, reacting on the report, a source close to Rashmika said , “The said news reports are completely false and do not have any element of truth. The statements attributed to Rashmika Mandanna and the entire story about someone approaching Rashmika Mandanna and she refusing to attend the Bengaluru film festival are incorrect. " Karnataka Dy CM lashes out at state actors for missing Bengaluru event Meanwhile, the Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar lambasted Kannada film actors for being absent from the inauguration of the 16th edition of Bengaluru International Film Festival. “If actors, producers, and directors don’t share this sentiment, what’s the point of an international film festival? Consider this a warning or request to the Film Chamber and Academy. Cinema isn’t just for a few—government support is crucial,” DK Shivakumar said adding he knew how and when to tighten the screws.
03 March,2025 11:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
