Chennai, Feb 12: Director Gowtam Tinnanuri’s gripping explosive entertainer, featuring actor Vijay Deverakonda in the lead, has been titled ‘Kingdom’, its makers announced on Wednesday.

Making the announcement through a teaser, which was released in three languages, the makers also announced that the film would hit screens on May 30 this year.

Actor Vijay Deverakonda, who shared the link to the teasers on his social media pages wrote, “This is “KINGDOM” Questions. Mistakes. Bloodshed. Destiny. May 30, 2025. In theaters WW #Kingdom #VD12.”

The film, which was tentatively being referred to as VD12 until now, has a tagline that reads, ‘From the shadows of betrayal, shall rise a king.’

The teaser promises some intense action all through the film and gives one the idea that the story of the film will revolve around the struggle of a section of people. Vijay Deverakonda, for his part, sports a six-pack and a really rugged look that is complete with cropped hair and a beard. The teaser also has a shot of the actor in what appears to be a prison. Without literally giving anything of the story away, the intense teaser has managed to catch the attention of fans and film buffs.

Written and directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, the film has music by Anirudh Ravichander and editing by Navin Nooli.

It is being produced by Naga Vamsi S and Sai Soujanya under Sithara Entertainments and Fortune 4 Cinemas Banners respectively. The film is to be presented by Srikara Studios.

Well known costume designer Neeraja Kona will be in-charge of the costumes for this film, which will have its songs choreographed by Vijay Binni.

The film, which is full of action sequences, will have three stunt choreographers — Yannick Ben, Chethan D’Souza, Real Satish –working on it.

Mumbai: The Mumbai Police on Wednesday recorded the statements of four persons including social media influencer Apoorva Mukhija in connection with the controversial comments made by Ranveer Allahbadia on YouTube show “India’s Got Latent”.

Statements of four persons including Mukhija and Allahbadia’s manager — but not Allahbadia himself — were recorded, said an official of Khar police station.

Mukhija was part of the reality show.

The Maharashtra Cyber Department had on Tuesday registered a First Information Report against the show.

Nilotpal Mrinal Pandey, a functionary of the Maharashtra BJP’s Uttar Bhartiya Morcha, had on Monday filed a complaint against Allahbadia and others after the controversy broke.

If the police did not register an FIR against Allahbadia and other participants of the show, he would move the court, he told reporters on Wednesday.

Pandey also claimed that offensive language was used about disabled persons on the reality show. He himself is disabled, and action should be taken against the participants of the show in this regard too, he said.

Ranveer Allahbadia, who has over 16 million followers across social media platforms, landed in the soup after a video of his controversial comments started making the rounds on social media and led to a massive debate on freedom of speech and what constitutes decency.

He tried to defuse the situation by issuing a video apology where he called his comment a “lapse in judgement” but the issue has refused to die down.

The issue was raised in Parliament by Shiv Sena MP Naresh Mhaske who called for a law to regulate social media.

The National Commission for Women (NCW) on Tuesday asked Allahabadia, Samay Raina, Apoorva Makhija, Jaspreet Singh, and Ashish Chanchlani, as well as the show’s producers Tushar Poojari and Saurabh Bothra to appear before it on February 17 in New Delhi.

Mumbai, Feb 12: Bollywood actress-dancer Nora Fatehi has kicked off the shooting for her highly anticipated project “Kanchana 4” in Hyderabad.

According to sources, the actress has already begun filming for the upcoming movie. An insider close to the project revealed to the media, “Nora has started shooting for Kanchana 4. She is excited to be part of the film and is giving her best to the role.”

The ‘Dilbar’ girl, known for her dance performances, is all set to surprise audiences with her latest role in “Kanchana 4.” Venturing into the world of comedy, Nora will step into the comic avatar for the forthcoming movie.

“Kanchana 4” will mark the fifth installment in the popular horror-comedy series created and directed by Raghava. Known for his iconic role in the franchise, Raghava also stars in the lead across all the films. The series began with “Muni” in 2007, followed by “Muni 2: Kanchana” in 2011. “Kanchana 2” and “Kanchana 3” were released in 2015 and 2019, respectively, building the franchise’s massive fanbase over the years.

Reportedly, Pooja Hegde will be joining Nora and Raghava Lawrence’s horror-comedy franchise. Back in June 2024, rumors began circulating that actress Mrunal Thakur would be joining “Kanchana 4.” However, Lawrence swiftly dismissed these speculations on social media.

He took to his platform to clarify, stating, “Hi friends and fans, All the information regarding Kanchana 4 and casting that are circulating around social media are just rumors. Official announcement will be made through Ragavendra Production. Coming soon!”

Meanwhile, Nora Fatehi was last seen in “Madgaon Express,” where she showcased her knack for comedy. Directed by actor Kunal Khemu, the dark comedy film was produced by Excel Entertainment and also featured actors Divyenndu, Pratik Gandhi, Avinash Tiwary, Upendra Limaye, and Chhaya Kadam.

In the film, released on 22 March 2024, Fatehi played the role of Tehreen “Tasha.”