The South film industry remained abuzz with several major developments throughout the day. From exciting updates on upcoming films and actors’ shooting schedules to an international honour for an actress and viral social media moments, there was plenty to keep fans talking. Here are the top five South film industry stories that grabbed attention today.
‘Thalaivar 173 ‘ director buzz gets stronger
Rajinikanth‘s ‘Thalaivar 173’ is back in the headlines after the production house released a special birthday video for director Ashwath Marimuthu. The gesture has sparked fresh speculation about whether the ‘Oh My Kadavule’ and ‘Dragon’ filmmaker will direct the eagerly awaited project. Ashwath’s name has been linked to the film for weeks, and the production house’s latest move has only intensified the buzz. While fans are convinced he is the frontrunner, an official announcement is still awaited.
‘Seyon’ song shoot goes viral
A song sequence from Sivakarthikeyan’s ‘Seyon’ has gone viral on social media, creating fresh excitement among fans. The sequence is currently being filmed in Kadavur village near Madurai, with videos and photos from the location spreading rapidly online. The latest clips showcase Sivakarthikeyan in a rustic avatar, perfectly suited to the film’s setting. The grand song is reportedly being shot with nearly 1,500 dancers and junior artists.
Priyanka Mohan bags honorary ambassador role
Priyanka Mohan has been appointed Honorary Ambassador for Korea Tourism by the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO). The actress shared the news on social media and thanked the Korean government and KTO for the recognition. Priyanka said she was honoured to represent Korean culture and help bring it closer to Indian audiences. The appointment marks another milestone in her growing association with South Korea.
‘Raaka ‘ prepares for a massive schedule
‘Raaka’ is gearing up for a major shooting schedule beginning in mid-June, with Allu Arjun, Deepika Padukone, Jim Sarbh and other key cast members expected to participate. The extensive schedule will reportedly focus on several crucial and complex sequences from the film. Sources suggest the team aims to complete most of the demanding portions during this phase of production. The makers have prioritised filming the CGI-heavy sequences first to ensure a smoother production process going forward.
Trisha looks back at a magical May
Trisha Krishnan revisited her memorable month of May by sharing a fresh set of personal photographs on social media. The actress posted glimpses from her birthday celebrations, selfies, gifts and adorable moments with her pet dog. She captioned the post, “A few more from Magical May, I’ll be smiling about for a long time to come.” The nostalgic post quickly won over fans, who flooded the comments section with love and appreciation.