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Viacom18 Studios announces six films across Telugu, Tamil languages
MUMBAI: After establishing itself as a pioneer in exhibiting path-breaking films like Devadasa (Telugu)and Kodathi Samaksham Balan Vakeel (Malayalam) for audience across the southern landscape, Viacom18 Studios looks at further consolidating its position in the regional market with a slew of six films in its South slate for the year 2019-2020.
Indulging India’s diverse audience with assorted and delectable flavors of cinema, the studio presents its upcoming south slate with films starring the biggest names of the industry. These six films will be made in Telugu and Tamil languages are expected to release by the end of this year.
Commenting on the line up, Ajit Andhare, COO, Viacom18 Studios, says, “I have always believed that good content transcends regions, languages and even platforms and our recent content successes especially across regional markets is a testament to this belief. As story tellers, we want to continue to tell good stories and connect with our audiences and are collaborating with some of the best talent especially in the South to further consolidate and strengthen our position in the market.”
The studio has carved its place in the industry at the pinnacle of entertaining and meaningful cinema.
TELUGU
1. ‘MANMADHUDU – 2’ – A rom-com sequel to blockbuster movie Manmadhudu, starring Nagarjuna and Rakul Preet Singh and directed by Rahul Ravindran. Releases 9th August 2019
TAMIL
2. ‘KANNUM KANNUM KOLLAIYADITHAAL’ – An upcoming romantic film starring Dulquer Salmaan and Rithu Varma in the lead roles and directed by Desingh Periyasamy.
3. UNTITLED – Starring Chiyaan Vikram, a drama, directed by R. Ajay Gnanamuthu. A musical by AR Rahman. Releases, August 2020.
4. UNTITLED – A film with Karthi and Jyothika in the lead and directed by Jeethu Joseph; Releases, October 2019
5. TUGHLAK DURBAR – A mass film with satire, drama and action, the film will be a political fantasy starring Vijay Sethupati and directed by Delli Prasad.
6. SARBATH – This movie will star Kathir and Rahasya in the lead and directed by Prabhakar
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Asianet Television Awards 2026 celebrates women power in Malayalam TV
“She is the Colour” theme honours icons as ceremony airs on March 14 and 15 at 7 PM.
MUMBAI: If television lights up living rooms, this year Asianet decided to let women provide the colour. The Asianet Television Awards 2026 turned the spotlight firmly on women empowerment with the theme “She is the Colour”, celebrating the strength, resilience and achievements of women who continue to shape society and the Malayalam entertainment industry.
The ceremony honoured several distinguished personalities whose journeys have left a lasting cultural imprint. Among them was legendary playback singer Vimala Varma, widely recognised as the first Malayalam playback singer. The evening also paid tribute to Padma Shri awardees Devaki Amma and Vimala Menon for their exceptional contributions in their respective fields.
Leading women from the Malayalam film industry were also recognised during the event, including actor Shweta Menon, who currently serves as president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists, and National Award winning actor Surabhi Lakshmi.
The awards ceremony brought together a glittering lineup of actors and industry figures, including Jayasurya, Vijay Babu, Asha Sarath, Lena, Esther Anil, Anumol, Akhila Bhargavan, Sarayu Mohan, Prajod Kalabhavan, Gayathri Suresh, Sabumon Abdusamad, Swasika, Tini Tom, Sijoy Varghese, Kailash, Veena Nandakumar, Sabareesh Varma, Ansiba Hassan and Dinesh Prabhakar. Kishan Kumar, executive vice president Malayalam at JioStar, was also present at the event.
Beyond individual recognitions, the awards celebrated excellence across Malayalam television, acknowledging artists and technicians whose work continues to drive the industry forward.
The evening also offered plenty of spectacle, with elaborate dance performances, stunt acts and comedy skits performed by popular television and film personalities, turning the ceremony into a full fledged entertainment showcase.
Viewers will get to watch the celebrations when the Asianet Television Awards 2026 air on Asianet on March 14 and 15, Saturday and Sunday, from 7 pm onwards, bringing the star studded tribute to homes across Kerala and beyond.
