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The audiences will be in for a visual treat this week, as the streaming platforms are all set to release a bunch of titles ranging from coming of age show to crime thriller which will definitely enthral the viewers.

From Dulquer Salmaan starrer ‘King of Kotha’, to Gulshan Devaiah and Drashti Dhami’s ‘Duranga’ season 2, here is a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention of Ians this week.

Duranga 2: ‘Duranga’ is an official adaptation of the Korean show, ‘Flower of Evil’. New mysteries brew and come to light as the characters of Gulshan Devaiah and Amit Sadh are engaged in an epic showdown to reclaim their identities in the new season.

The second season of the show will see the return of Gulshan, Drashti Dhami, Amit Sadh, Barkha Sen Gupta, Rajesh Khattar reprising their respective roles.

Spanning across eight episodes, ‘Duranga S...

The audiences will be in for a visual treat this week, as the streaming platforms are all set to release a bunch of titles ranging from coming of age show to crime thriller which will definitely enthral the viewers.

From Dulquer Salmaan starrer ‘King of Kotha’, to Gulshan Devaiah and Drashti Dhami’s ‘Duranga’ season 2, here is a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention of Ians this week.

Duranga 2: ‘Duranga’ is an official adaptation of the Korean show, ‘Flower of Evil’. New mysteries brew and come to light as the characters of Gulshan Devaiah and Amit Sadh are engaged in an epic showdown to reclaim their identities in the new season.

The second season of the show will see the return of Gulshan, Drashti Dhami, Amit Sadh, Barkha Sen Gupta, Rajesh Khattar reprising their respective roles.

Spanning across eight episodes, ‘Duranga S...

Malayalam star Dulquer Salmaan’s film ‘King of Kotha’ is all set to make its Ott debut in Hindi on October 20. The period gangster action thriller drama film directed by Abhilash Joshiy received mixed reviews from critics while also failing at the box office, earning Rs 38.80 crores in total collection against a budget of Rs 50 crore, majority of which came from Kerala.

‘King of Kotha’ was released on August 24 in theatres. It is a story of organised crime, gangster thrills, drama, romance, and revenge. The movie was produced by Dulquer under his own production banner.

The story revolves around Kannan, also known as Kannan bhai, who rules the town with his gang and illegal activities. A righteous circle inspector, Shahul Hassan, arrives and confronts Kannan, leading to his humiliation.

Seeking unconventional revenge, Shahul resurrects Raju, a once-notorious criminal who once ruled Kotha alongside Kannan.

Touted as a mammoth release, the...

Malayalam star Dulquer Salmaan’s film ‘King of Kotha’ is all set to make its Ott debut in Hindi on October 20. The period gangster action thriller drama film directed by Abhilash Joshiy received mixed reviews from critics while also failing at the box office, earning Rs 38.80 crores in total collection against a budget of Rs 50 crore, majority of which came from Kerala.

‘King of Kotha’ was released on August 24 in theatres. It is a story of organised crime, gangster thrills, drama, romance, and revenge. The movie was produced by Dulquer under his own production banner.

The story revolves around Kannan, also known as Kannan bhai, who rules the town with his gang and illegal activities. A righteous circle inspector, Shahul Hassan, arrives and confronts Kannan, leading to his humiliation.

Seeking unconventional revenge, Shahul resurrects Raju, a once-notorious criminal who once ruled Kotha alongside Kannan.

Touted as a mammoth release, the...

Dulquer Salmaan fans, rejoice! The much-awaited Ott release date of his latest movie King of Kotha has been officially announced by Disney+ Hotstar. The streaming platform shared the news on its social media handles on Monday, September 25, 2023. King of Kotha, which hit the theatres on August 24, 2023, ahead of Onam, will be available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar from September 29, 2023.

King of Kotha is a gangster drama directed by Abhilash Joshiy and written by Dr. Randheer Krishnan. The movie features Dulquer Salmaan as Raju Madrasi, a former don who returns to his old turf, Kotha, after a long gap. He has to face his old rival Kannan (Chemban Vinod Jose) and a new enemy Kannan Bhai (Dancing Rose Shabeer), who have taken over the town with their illegal activities. Aishwarya Lekshmi plays the female lead as Raju’s love interest, while Gokul Suresh plays a police officer who narrates the story of Kotha.

The festive season of Onam has been a treat for Malayalam cinema lovers, as several big-budget and star-studded films hit the theatres. Among them, two films that stood out were Rdx and King of Kotha, both featuring Dulquer Salmaan in lead roles. While Rdx, an action thriller directed by debutant Nahas Hidayath, has already started streaming on Netflix from September 23, King of Kotha, a period gangster drama directed by Abhilash Joshiy, is all set to premiere on Disney+ Hotstar from September 28.

King of Kotha is arguably the first-ever Malayalam film to be made and promoted in line with the ongoing ‘pan-India’ trend. The film, which also stars Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna and Gokul Suresh in pivotal roles, entered the scene amid high expectations and promotional efforts, setting a new standard for Malayalam cinema. The film was released worldwide on August 24 and received mixed reviews from critics, but...

Jawan, the action thriller starring Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi, has been smashing box office records since its release on September 7, 2023. The film, directed by Atlee, has grossed over ₹658.81 crore (US$83 million) worldwide in just one week, making it the third highest-grossing Indian film of 2023 and the 10th highest-grossing Indian film of all time12. Jawan has also received critical acclaim for its cast performances, screenwriting, action sequences and musical score3.

On the other hand, King of Kotha, the period action drama starring Dulquer Salmaan, Aishwarya Lekshmi and Prasanna, has failed to impress the audience and the critics alike. The film, directed by Abhilash Joshiy, was released on August 24, 2023, coinciding with Onam festival. However, it received mixed reviews for its predictable plot, weak characterization and lack of originality4. According to multiple reports, The film has only managed to collect ₹38.30 crore (US$4.8 million) worldwide in three weeks1, making it a...

King Of Kotha

Starring Dulquer Salmaan, Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna, Gokul Suresh, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose, Shammi Thilakan, Saran, Shanthi Krishna Anikha Surendran

Directed by Abhilash Joshiy

Crafted with the sharp edge of a harpoon, King Of Kotha, is a brilliant bloodbath. Bestial and unsparing, it goes through several eras and auras of tansformations of skullduggery with transfixing passion.

Although it is the story of two goons who love to hate each other over a period time, it is Dulquer Salmaan’s Raju that holds the plot’s attention from first to last. With a cigarette swinging from his thick lips and curly hair as wild and untameable as the man himself Dulquer’s Raju comes across an epitome of sinster swag, though I preferred him with less swag in the second-half when he strikes a frightening forlorn figure.

Raju’s friendship with the Judas of the show...

OpinionLineage can offer a backdoor entry, and maybe a longer rope, but Malayalam cinema has made it clear that a director’s longevity rests on their craftsmanship, an urge to do something radical, exciting, bold, and original.In 1987, when Mammootty’s career had hit a roadblock, it was director Joshiy’s salvo called New Delhi that helped him regain his stardom. Mammootty rose from there like the proverbial phoenix, reinventing himself, reshuffling genres, and prioritising the actor in him. Thirty six years later, as Joshiy’s son Abhilash Joshiy - a debutant director - and Mammootty’s son and a bona fide star Dulquer Salman united on screen, the stakes weren’t exactly that high. Dulquer, with over 34 films in his kitty and a marked presence in other language films, commanding a box office initial next only to Mammootty and Mohanlal with an envious pan-Indian fan following, was just testing the waters.

Onam, the most celebrated festival of Malayalees, is also a time when movie buffs look forward to some exciting releases on the big screen. This year, three major films – Rdx, Ramachandra Boss & Co, and King of Kotha – competed for the audience’s attention and appreciation. Here is a brief review of each film, based on the ranking given by a user who watched them all.

1. Rdx: A thrilling action drama set in the 1980s Rdx Teaser

Rdx, directed by debutant Nahas Hidayath, is a multi-starrer film that features Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, Neeraj Madhav, and Babu Antony in the lead roles. The film’s title stands for the names of the protagonists – Robert, Doney and Xavier – who are known for their knack for getting into fights. The film revolves around their past catching up to them years later when one of them gets into trouble.

The film has been praised for its gripping script,...

One of the thumb rules of an enthralling crime drama is the wise employment of character development through various plot points to establish the milieu. Debutant director Abhilash Joshiy and his writer, Abhilash N. Chandran, have successfully created a world that features a large cast of characters who understand and respect the power dynamics between them. But as the story of the film advances, the focus on style rather than substance detracts from the overall impact and depth of the narrative, making the film appear marginally stylish and generic in terms of its subject matter.

The story of the film unfolds in the fictional town of Kotha, which has always been dominated by criminals. Kannan Bhai (Shabeer Kallarakkal), a dreaded and brutal drug lord, is the current goon of the town. Ci Shahul Hassan (Prasanna) is aware of the town’s descent into lawlessness, but it wasn’t until he...

ReviewAbhilash Joshiy’s ‘King of Kotha’ is teeming with ambition to put the Malayalam film industry on the pan-Indian map, but is imitation the way to go?Sibi Malayil’s Kireedam, which came out in 1989, was about an aspiring policeman who ends up becoming a gangster due to circumstances. King of Kotha, directed by Abhilash Joshiy, is a period gangster flick that’s set in the same decade, but you won’t find anything common between the two films – not even the shirt styles of the gangsters. And that’s the tragedy of our time. In the rush to make films that will appeal to everyone, we make films that are about no one. Kotha is a coastal town with a drug problem, and Circle Inspector Shahul Hassan (Prasanna) is transferred to the town to take care of it. The kingpin is Kannan ‘bhai’, played by a formidable Shabeer Kallarakkal.

Actor Dulquer Salmaan, who is all set for the release of his action thriller film ‘King of Kotha’, shared his excitement as the trailer of the movie was played at New York’s Times Square, saying it’s a biggest tribute to Malayalam cinema.

‘King of Kotha’, Dulquer’s all-time high budget film, is produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios and tells the story of two eras. It is the directorial debut of Abhilash Joshiy.

Earlier, the trailer of the movie was unveiled by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, and also by South legends Suriya, Mohanlal and Nagarjuna.

Dulquer took to Instagram and shared a Reel video, wherein we can see the glimpse of the trailer being featured at Times Square. People on the streets of New York can be seen cheering for the actor.

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Actor Dulquer Salmaan, who has been a part of several hit films, and has impressed masses with his acting skills, revealed that he always looks up to his father-the legendary star Mammootty as his ‘biggest inspiration’ in the industry, but despite that, he would never remake any of his father’s films.

Dulquer started his career as a business manager at a construction company in Dubai. However, his love for cinema and acting, made him leave the job and follow in his father’s footsteps.

During a live show on Roposo, which is the creator-driven live platform, when Dulquer was asked about his biggest inspiration, he revealed, “My father, Mammootty, is my greatest inspiration in the film industry.”

He further added that his father was the one who supported him when he decided to shift his career from being a business manager to being an actor.

However, when he was...

Dulquer Salmaan, the charming and versatile actor who has won the hearts of millions of fans across languages, is all set to entertain the audience with two big releases in the next two weeks. The actor, who has proved his mettle in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films, will be seen in two different genres of films – a gangster action thriller and a comedy drama1

The first film to hit the screens is King of Kotha, which is releasing on August 24 in theatres. The film is directed by debutant Abhilash Joshiy and produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios. The film features Dulquer Salmaan as Kotha Rajendran alias “Raju”, a footballer-turned-gangster who becomes a terror to his enemies in order to save his hometown Kotha and its people. The film also boasts of an ensemble cast of Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna, Gokul Suresh, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose, Shammi Thilakan,...

Malayalam cinema is known for its rich and diverse genres, ranging from realistic dramas to thrilling mysteries. But one genre that never fails to attract the audience is action. In 2023, there are three action films that are creating a lot of buzz and anticipation among the fans. These are Rdx, Chaaver, and King of Kotha. Let us take a look at what makes these films so special and why you should not miss them.

Rdx: A Commercial Entertainer with Three Leads Rdx Trailer

Rdx is the debut film of director Nahas Hidayath. The film stars Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, and Neeraj Madhav in the lead roles. The film is produced by Sophia Paul, who has backed some of the most acclaimed films in recent times, such as Bangalore Days, Munnariyippu, and Minnal Murali.

Rdx is an action comedy that revolves around three friends named Robert, Dony, and Xavier, who are...

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Thursday unveiled the trailer of the action-thriller ‘King of Kotha’ trailer starring Dulquer Salmaan and said that he was looking forward to the movie as he found it impressive.

Shah Rukh took to X, formerly called Twitter, where he shared the link of the trailer and wrote: “Congratulations on the impressive #KOKTrailer, @dulQuer ! Looking forward to the movie. Big hug to you and wishing the entire team a big success!”

Apart from Shah Rukh, the trailer was also launched by South legends Suriya, Mohanlal and Nagarjuna.

‘King of Kotha’ is an action thriller film and directorial debut of Abhilash Joshiy. It also stars Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna, Gokul Suresh, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose, Shammi Thilakan, Saran and Anikha Surendran.

Dulquer, who also shines as a singer and producer, has now carved a niche for himself in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi cinema.

‘King of Kotha...

An action-packed trailer has been unveiled for “King of Kotha,” headlined by Dulquer Salmaan.

The film is produced by Zee Studios and Salmaan’s Wayfarer Films and directed by Abhilash Joshiy. The film is due to release worldwide on Aug. 24, during the Onam festival holiday frame.

The cast also features Aishwarya Lekshmi, Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna, Nyla Usha and Gokul Suresh in pivotal roles.

The trailer was released by stars Shah Rukh Khan, Mohanlal, Suriya and Nagarjuna.

Congratulations on the impressive #KOKTrailer , @dulQuer ! Looking forward to the movie. Big hug to you and wishing the entire team a big success!https://t.co/dcecymQhvV#KingOfKotha @dulQuer @AishuL_ @actorshabeer @Prasanna_actor #AbhilashJoshiy @NimishRavi @JxBe…

— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) August 10, 2023

Salmaan said: “‘King of Kotha’ has been an extraordinary journey. The rich characters, intricate story and grand production scale set this film apart. Collaborating with Zee Studios for the first time adds to the excitement.

The much-awaited trailer of Dulquer Salmaan’s upcoming film King of Kotha, which was supposed to be released on August 9, has been postponed as a mark of respect to the late filmmaker Siddique, who passed away on August 8 due to a heart attack. Siddique was a renowned Malayalam director who had worked with many stars, including Mohanlal, who has a cameo appearance in Rajinikanth’s Jailer12

King of Kotha is directed by Abhilash Joshiy and produced by Wayfarer Films and M Star Entertainments. It is said to be a gangster drama and a dream project for Dulquer Salmaan, who has been friends with Abhilash since childhood. The film also stars Aishwarya Lekshmi, Dancing Rose Shabeer, Prasanna, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod, Gokul Suresh, Shammi Thilakan, Shanthi Krishna, Vada Chennai Saran, and Anikha Surendran in important roles. The music is composed by Jakes Bejoy4

King of Kotha Teaser

Meanwhile, Rajinikanth’s Jailer...

The upcoming Malayalam action thriller King of Kotha, starring Dulquer Salmaan in the lead role, has created a lot of buzz among the fans with its intriguing teaser and motion poster. The film, directed by debutant Abhilash Joshiy, is expected to hit the screens this Onam and break all the box office records.

Now, the makers have revealed that the trailer of the film will be released soon and it will be edited by none other than Ruben, who is a prominent editor in Tamil and Telugu films.

Ruben is known for his work in blockbuster films like Theri, Mersal, Viswasam, Vivegam, and Pushpa: The Rise. He has also won several awards for his editing skills, including the Filmfare Award for Best Editor – Tamil for Theri. This is the first time Ruben is working in a Malayalam film and he has reportedly delivered a magnificent trailer cut for King of Kotha.

Fans of Dulquer Salmaan are eagerly waiting for his upcoming movie, King of Kotha, which is touted to be a stylish action thriller set in a fictional town. The movie, directed by debutant Abhilash Joshiy and produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios, has an ensemble cast of Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna, Gokul Suresh, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose and others. The movie is expected to showcase Dulquer Salmaan in a never-seen-before avatar as a gangster named Kotha Rajendran.

The makers of the movie have announced that the trailer of the movie will be released on August 9, 2023, as a treat for the fans. The trailer will give a glimpse of the action-packed sequences, the intriguing plot and the stunning visuals of the movie. The movie has been shot in various locations in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, with cinematography by Nimish Ravi and music by Jakes Bejoy and Shaan Rahman.

Fans of Dulquer Salmaan are eagerly waiting for the release of his upcoming Malayalam action thriller film King of Kotha, directed by Abhilash Joshiy and produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios. The film, which also stars Prasanna, Shabeer Kallarakkal, Gokul Suresh, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, and others, is scheduled to release worldwide on 24 August 2023 during Onam.

The makers of King of Kotha have recently announced that the trailer of the film will be launched soon and will be attached with the highly anticipated Tamil film Jailer, starring Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, Jackie Shroff, Shiva Rajkumar, and others. Jailer, directed by Nelson and produced by Sun Pictures, is a black comedy action film that revolves around a strict yet empathetic jailer who tries to stop a gang from rescuing their leader from the prison. Jailer is set to hit the screens on 10 August 2023.

King of Kotha Teaser

By attaching the trailer of King of Kotha with Jailer,...

King of Kotha: What You Need to Know About the Reshoots

King of Kotha is one of the most anticipated Malayalam films of 2023, featuring Dulquer Salmaan in the lead role of a gangster. The film is directed by Abhilash Joshiy, who is making his debut as a director. The film also stars Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna, Gokul Suresh, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose, Shammi Thilakan, Saran and Anikha Surendran in pivotal roles. The film is produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios and is scheduled to release worldwide on 24 August 2023 during Onam.

However, the film has been undergoing some reshoots recently, which has raised some curiosity among the fans and the media. According to Ab George, a film journalist, the reshoots are not a complete overhaul of the film, but rather a patch shoot for around 2 to 3 hours. He also clarified that Dulquer Salmaan is not part of this...

NewsDulquer says that he discovered his love for the genre first during his college days in early 2000s. Actor Dulquer Salmaan, who is all set to sweep the audience off their feet once again with his work in the upcoming Hindi film Guns & Gulaabs, says he loves Punjabi music and is currently jamming on rapper AP Dhillon’s tracks. Talking to Ians about the music he listens to, Dulquer said, “I go through all types of phases. Right now I am in Delhi. I am really loving AP Dhillon. Love it. I have had so much love for Punjabi music from my college days when I first discovered it.” Dulquer says that he discovered his love for the genre first during his college days in early 2000s. “I think I listened to Euro Punjabi, Punjabi pop around the time when I was in college in early 2000’s to the...

New Delhi, Aug 3 (Ians) Star Dulquer Salmaan, who is all set to sweep the audience off their feet once again with his work in ‘Guns & Gulaalbs’, says he loves Punjabi music and is currently jamming on rapper AP Dhillon’s tracks.

Talking to Ians about the music he listens to, Dulquer said: “I go through all type of phases. Right now I am in Delhi. I am really loving AP Dhillon. Love it. I have so much love for Punjabi music from my college days when I first discovered it.”

Dulquer discovered his love for the genre first during his college days in early 2000s.

“I think euro Punjabi, Punjabi pop around the time when I was in college in early 2000’s to the point I would think maybe in another life I was Punjabi. But it’s always easy listening and my wife’s side have a little Punjabi blood in them.

After the success of Vaathi, a Tamil-Telugu bilingual film starring Dhanush, director Venky Atluri is all set to helm his next project with another South Indian star, Dulquer Salmaan. The film titled Lucky Bhaskar, will be a pan-Indian film and will mark the first collaboration between Atluri and Salmaan. The film will also feature Gv Prakash Kumar as the music composer, who has previously worked with Atluri in Vaathi.

The announcement of the film was made on social media by the production houses Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, who are jointly producing the film. They shared a picture of Atluri and Salmaan and wrote, “The uber cool #Dq is Back! Sithara Entertainments’ in Association with @fortune4cinemas #Production24 will be directed by the our dearest #VenkyAtluri ft. @dulQuer . Shoot begins this October! Summer 2024 release” 1

Lucky Baskhar First Look

Atluri also expressed his excitement and happiness to work with Salmaan,...

The first single from the much-awaited Malayalam film King of Kotha, starring Dulquer Salmaan and Aishwarya Lekshmi, is all set to release tomorrow at 6 Pm on Sony Music South’s YouTube channel. The song, titled “Kalapakkaara”, is a peppy dance number sung by Shreya Ghoshal and Benny Dayal, with music composed by Jakes Bejoy and lyrics written by Harinarayanan Bk.

The makers of the film have released a teaser of the song today, which features Dulquer Salmaan and Ritika Singh in a glamorous avatar. The teaser also hints at the colourful and vibrant setting of the film, which is directed by Abhilash Joshiy, son of veteran filmmaker Joshiy.

King of Kotha First Single Teaser

King of Kotha is an action thriller that revolves around the life of Kotha Rajendran, a gangster who rules over a fictional town. Dulquer Salmaan plays the role of Kotha Rajendran, while Aishwarya Lekshmi plays his love interest Tara.

The much-awaited first single from Dulquer Salmaan’s upcoming action thriller King of Kotha, titled Kalapakkara, will be released on July 28. The makers of the film announced the news on social media with a poster featuring Dulquer Salmaan in a stylish avatar. The song is composed by Jakes Bejoy and sung by Benny Dayal and Antony Dasan. The lyrics are penned by Manu Manjith.

King of Kotha, directed by Abhilash Joshiy, marks the directorial debut of the son of veteran filmmaker Joshiy. The film is produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios. The film also stars Aishwarya Lekshmi, Gokul Suresh, Prasanna, Shabeer Kallarakkal, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose, Shammi Thilakan, Anikha Surendran and others in pivotal roles.

King of Kotha Teaser

The film is said to be a gangster drama set in a fictional town. Dulquer Salmaan plays the role of Kotha Rajendran, a notorious don who is torn between...

Fans of Suriya are eagerly waiting for the glimpse of his upcoming movie Kanguva, which is scheduled to be released on July 23 as a birthday treat for the actor. The film, directed by Siva, is a period action drama that features Suriya in five different roles. The film is made on a whopping budget.

Kanguva will also be dubbed and released in 10 languages, including Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Tamil. This makes it one of the most anticipated pan-Indian films of the year. Interestingly, Kanguva is following the footsteps of another pan-Indian film, King of Kotha, starring Dulquer Salmaan.

King of Kotha Teaser

King of Kotha, which is directed by Abhilash Joshiy, is an action thriller that revolves around the life of a gangster named Kotha Rajendran, played by Dulquer Salmaan. The film also stars Aishwarya Lekshmi, Prasanna, Shabeer Kallarakkal, Gokul Suresh and Nyla Usha in pivotal roles. The film...

Theaters are almost fully booked for the first day of release of Dulquer Salmaan’s upcoming film, King of Kotha. The teaser has already been released and is being screened in theaters and outside Kerala. Fans are also showing great enthusiasm for the film, with many booking tickets in advance.

It is no surprise that King of Kotha is expected to have a herculean opening. Dulquer Salmaan has been on a roll in recent years, with his films consistently performing well at the box office. He has also hiked his salary by double margin for his next two films, Sita Ramam and a film with Venky Atluri.

King of Kotha Teaser

The Telugu theatrical rights of King of Kotha have been acquired by E4 Entertainers Mukesh Metha for a whopping price of Rs 4 Cr. This is yet another proof that Dulquer Salmaan is becoming a real Pan-Indian star.

King of Kotha...

Ajith Kumar, Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn and Dulquer Salmaan will be seen featuring in a 28-strong Zee Studios 2023 India slate.

India’s Zee Studios has revealed an extensive 2023 slate of 28 titles across languages, featuring some of the best-known names in their respective industries, reports Variety.

The titles, which include 26 films for theatrical release, a direct-to-digital film and a streaming series, are Zee Studios productions, coproductions or acquisitions.

Big ticket films include H. Vinoth’s Tamil-language heist thriller ‘Thunivu’, starring megastar Ajith Kumar that is due in January 2023 release during the Pongal festival frame; Amit Sharma’s long-awaited Hindi-language soccer epic ‘Maidaan’, starring Ajay Devgn, due in February.

Farhad Samji’s Hindi-language action-comedy ‘Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan’, starring superstar Salman Khan, due in April during the Eid festival frame; and ‘Gadar 2’, a sequel to Anil Sharma’s 2001 blockbuster ‘Gadar’, starring Sunny Deol.

Deol also stars alongside fellow veterans Sanjay Dutt,...

India’s Zee Studios has revealed an extensive 2023 slate of 28 titles across languages, featuring some of the best-known names in their respective industries.

The titles, which include 26 films for theatrical release, a direct-to-digital film and a streaming series, are Zee Studios productions, coproductions or acquisitions.

Big ticket films include H. Vinoth’s Tamil-language heist thriller “Thunivu,” starring megastar Ajith Kumar that is due a Jan. 2023 release during the Pongal festival frame; Amit Sharma’s long-awaited Hindi-language soccer epic “Maidaan,” starring Ajay Devgn, due in February; Farhad Samji’s Hindi-language action-comedy “Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan,” starring superstar Salman Khan, due in April during the Eid festival frame; and “Gadar 2,” a sequel to Anil Sharma’s 2001 blockbuster “Gadar,” starring Sunny Deol.

Deol also stars alongside fellow veterans Sanjay Dutt, Mithun Chakraborty and Jackie Shroff in Vivek Chauhan’s “Baap.” Other Hindi-language highlights include Rani Mukerji in Ashima Chibber’s “Mrs.

The makers of director Abhilash Joshiy’s ‘King of Kotha’, featuring Dulquer Salmaan in the lead, have released the first look of the film, much to the delight of the Malayalam superstar’s fans. The poster depicts Dulquer in a blazing hot never-before-seen avatar, promising a visual treat to all his fans.

The much-awaited high-octane action drama will be produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios. The first schedule of the shoot is proceeding at a brisk pace in Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu.

Speaking about the association, Dulquer Salmaan said: “Wayfarer Films is proud to associate with Zee Studios for their maiden venture into the Malayalam film industry with our film ‘King Of Kotha’!

Zee Studios has been associated with some of the biggest industry hits across languages nationwide and it’s a privilege to partner with them to produce some of the best content we wish to bring to all of you.

MollywoodDulquer Salmaan shared the first-look posters of ‘Othiram Kadakam’, directed by Soubin Shahir, and ‘King of Kotha’ helmed by Abhilash Joshiy. Tnm StaffInstagram/ Dulquer SalmaanActor Dulquer Salmaan, who celebrated his 35th birthday on July 28, announced his next film with actor and director Soubin Shahir, Othiram Kadakam. Soubin made his directorial debut with the 2017 film Parava, which also starred Dulquer. Announcing his latest collaboration with Soubin, Dulquer noted that his character in Parava, Imran, is one of his favourite characters and he enjoyed performing the character. He also added that he is confident about discovering characters and nuances that he hasn’t done before, when he teams up with Soubin. He also added that he cannot wait for the project to start rolling. “Super excited to announce this brand new film, Othiram Kadakam. I’ve always known Soubin to have a fab aesthetic and a keen sense of cinema. When he...