Entertainment South Highlights: Allu Arjun Resumes Filming Key Scenes For Pushpa 2

Renowned folk singer and revolutionary balladeer Gaddar, who was born as Gummadi Vithal Rao in 1949 in Toopran, Medak district, passed away in Hyderabad on August 6. He was undergoing treatment for a heart-related ailment at a private hospital at the time of his passing. Gaddar had become a household name in the Telugu states, and his revolutionary songs are widely celebrated. His active participation in people's movements during the height of the Naxal movement in the combined Andhra Pradesh earned him revered status among the Telugu-speaking populace.

'Jailer,' starring Rajinikanth, has been generating buzz across the internet as its release date approaches. Fans are eagerly anticipating the return of the Superstar to the big screen after an almost two-year hiatus. However, a surprising development has emerged – the First Day First Show (FDFS) for 'Jailer' will kick off with regular morning screenings on August 10 in Tamil Nadu. What's even more surprising is the absence of special shows for a Rajinikanth film in his home state, breaking a tradition that had lasted for many years. The inability to organise special shows for 'Jailer' in the home state is attributed to government restrictions. It remains to be seen if the producer or distributor will take significant measures to secure permission for early morning screenings in the days to come.

Mohanlal, the iconic actor, has provided an exciting update on his highly anticipated directorial venture, 'Barroz'. The film is set to grace the silver screen this December. Speaking to the media, Mohanlal revealed that the re-recording for 'Barroz' has been largely finished in Los Angeles, USA, and the ongoing work is progressing swiftly in Budapest, Hungary.

Kerala Minister of Culture, Saji Cherian, has reversed his stance regarding the accusation against Kerala State Chalachitra Academy Chairman, Ranjith. The claim suggested Ranjith's attempt to sway the Kerala State Film Award jury. Minister Cherian directly engaged with jury member Nemom Pushparaj, the whistleblower, seeking specific details. This shift follows the Chief Minister's directive to the culture department to probe the complaint filed by director Vinayan against Ranjith. Initially, Minister Saji Cherian refuted allegations of Ranjith's interference in the award decision. However, this assertion clashed with CPI's stance. When party leaders intervened and the Chief Minister initiated an inquiry, Minister Cherian was compelled to amend his stance.