South Newsmakers of the week: Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli’s SSMB29’s formal launch to Ram Charan’s Sport Changer’s trailer launch

Starting 2025 with a bang, many thrilling developments have transpired throughout the South Indian cinema trade, paving the way in which for a number of noteworthy moments. As we step into the brand new yr with quite a few updates but to unfold, let’s check out among the most buzzing highlights from the South trade this week!

South Newsmakers of the week:

1. Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli’s SSMB29 begins with formal launch

Famous person Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli are notably collaborating for the primary time on the film tentatively titled SSMB29 or SSRMB. With the visionary director and celebrity becoming a member of fingers for the very first time, the makers have formally marked the start of the movie with a proper launch.

The launch of the movie was carried out on January 2, 2025, with a pooja ceremony solely for the movie’s solid and crew. Because the film is anticipated to start taking pictures in April 2025, it’ll probably proceed till the top of 2026.

Furthermore, Pinkvilla had solely reported that the makers have roped in actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas to play the feminine lead. In response to a supply near the event, the film is anticipated to showcase a never-before-seen story that mixes a jungle journey with espionage.

2. Yash pens a heartwarming request to followers forward of his birthday

KGF star Yash is at present engaged on his movie Poisonous with director Geetu Mohandas. Because the actor prepares to have a good time his thirty ninth birthday on January 8, he penned a heartfelt submit requesting his followers to chorus from extravagant celebrations.

Citing tragic incidents that occurred in previous years, Yash determined to make a proper enchantment to his followers through his social media deal with. In his submit, the actor stated, “It is time for us to vary our language of affection, particularly in the case of the celebration of my birthday. The expression of your love shouldn’t be in grand gestures and gatherings.”

The actor additionally talked about that he shall be busy this yr on his birthday, as he shall be out of city for a shoot. Nevertheless, he assured his followers that their needs would at all times attain him.

See the official submit right here:

3. Naga Vamsi sparks debate with veteran producer Boney Kapoor

In a current roundtable interview with Galatta Plus, main Indian producers, together with Boney Kapoor, Naga Vamsi, Archana Kalpathi, and others, engaged in a dialogue about Indian cinema and its evolving market.

In the course of the dialog, Fortunate Baskhar producer Naga Vamsi shared his perspective on Bollywood, stating, “It’d sound actually harsh, however we South Indians have modified the way in which Bollywood seems to be at cinema. Bollywood is caught in making movies for Bandra and Juhu. You witnessed a change with Baahubali, RRR, Animal, and Jawan.”

His remarks sparked a heated debate with producer Boney Kapoor, because the dialogue delved into the shifting preferences of audiences over time and the evolving dynamics of Indian cinema.

4. Ajith Kumar and Trisha Krishnan starrer Vidaamuyarchi postpones from Pongal 2025

Ajith Kumar and Trisha Krishnan starrer Vidaamuyarchi has been making fairly the thrill because it was introduced to launch in theaters quickly. Nevertheless, to the dismay of followers, the much-awaited movie was postponed.

The film was initially introduced for launch on Pongal 2025 however as a result of “unavoidable” causes, the makers needed to take this resolution. A brand new replace in regards to the movie’s launch is but to be made by the makers. The motion thriller flick directed by Magizh Thirumeni additionally options actors like Arjun Sarja, Regina Cassandra, and Arav in key roles.

See the official submit right here