Chennai, Mar 17: The third instalment of director Sukumar’s immensely popular pan Indian frachise ‘Pushpa’, featuring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead, will release sometime in 2028, one of the film’s producers has now disclosed.

In a video interview, producer Yalamanchili Ravi Shankar of Mythri Movie Makers, the production house that has been producing the franchise, disclosed that ‘Pushpa 3’ will definitely happen and that it will release sometime in 2028.

Ravi Shankar said, “’Pushpa 3’ will definitely happen. Now, Allu Arjun is busy doing Atlee’s film. After that, he has another film with Trivikram. It is after these two films that he will work on ‘Pushpa 3’. It will take him two years to complete those two films.”

Similarly, he also explained what director Sukumar would be working on next. Ravi said, “Likewise, director Sukumar will work on a film with Ram Charan. After that, he will begin working on the story of Pushpa 3. Definitely, work on Pushpa 3 will begin in another two and a half years. This time around, we will not delay it that much. We will be there before you in three and a half years. So, we are in 2025. Sometime in 2028 Pushpa 3 will release.”

Pushpa 2, which was directed by ace director Sukumar and which features actor Allu Arjun in the lead, has just completed a triumphant 100-day run in theatres.

Pushpa 2: The Rule emerged as the biggest film of 2024, setting unparalleled examples of success since its release. From winning the hearts of the audience to breaking box office records, the film left its mark everywhere. Not only did it inaugurate the over ₹800 Crore club in Hindi, but it also crossed the ₹1800 Crore mark worldwide, making it India’s biggest and highest-earning film.

The film is a gripping story that revolves around Pushpa Raj — a man, who, after having had everything taken away from him, decides that he will not lose anything more in life to anyone.

The story tells his rise to the heights of power by becoming the head of a powerful syndicate that illegally deals in red sandalwood.

The film, which has three parts, is produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar writings with music on T Series. The second part released on December 5, 2024. Now, the third part will hit screens in 2028.

Mumbai, March 17: Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has revealed that he chose Punjabi sensation Diljit Dosanjh in his streaming hit film “Amar Singh Chamkila” because he is a live performer and knows about the kind of energy that comes when performing in front of the audiences.

Ali talked about the film and the actor on Komal Nahta’s Game Changers Podcast. He revealed how he meticulously crafted the film’s musical sequences, particularly the songs sung by Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra.

Asked about picturising the original Chamkila songs, Ali explained how he was inspired by live performances.

He stated, “When I used to watch Chamkila’s videos, which you can still find on YouTube, Chamkila and Amar Jyot’s videos, because they used to sing and also speak in between the songs.”

“Because they are singers, they’re singing or they said something in between or changed the singing style a little, which is the joy of a live performance. And a recorded performance is a fixed thing. But I wanted to shoot a live performance.”

Ali went on to express why he specifically chose Diljit for the role.

“I wanted Diljit Dosanjh in this film because he is a live performer. He knows that when you’re singing live with an audience, the kind of energy that comes, you change it accordingly. And he has done such a fabulous job. Because he not only made the live performances live but also made it live how Chamkila used to do it.”

“Amar Singh Chamkila” is a biographical drama film based on the life of musician Amar Singh Chamkila. Komal Nahta’s “Game Changers” streams on YouTube.

Imtiaz latest release is a short titled “Jules”, which features in the anthology “My Melbourne”.

“My Melbourne” has four stories about identity and belonging, inspired by true incidents in Melbourne, Australia. The film addresses themes of diversity, sexuality, gender, disability, and race, with each directed by Indian filmmakers Onir, Rima Das, Imtiaz Ali, and Kabir Khan.

Mumbai, March 17: Actress Taapsee Pannu has wrapped up the shoot for “Gandhari” and said that she gave it all to the upcoming film.

Taapsee took to Instagram, where she shared a glimpse of her upcoming film “Gandhari”. She shared a motley of behind-the-scenes moments, beginning with a heartwarming shot of her playing with children blindfolded.

She then shared a picture with co-actor Ishwak Singh, writer Kanika Dhillon, and director Devashish Makhija, whose last film Joram made waves.

The celebrations soon followed—a delicious chocolate cake with “Gandhari It’s A Wrap” written on it, marking the end of a fulfilling shoot. And finally, she wrapped it up with a striking picture of herself and Kanika, capturing their bond.

In the caption section, the actress talked about her intense experience filming Gandhari, describing it as a journey fueled by grit, determination, and an unstoppable drive.

“If there is a NOS mode for human body I experienced it in this film, If there is something called running on fuel of grit and determination , I saw it in this film If there is something called unified goal of “make it happen” I felt it in this film (sic),” she wrote.

The actress acknowledged the challenges and burnout that come with pushing boundaries but finds fulfillment in the struggle.

“Every time I decide to go against the tide I forget there is a price to pay, a burnout like never before, but some bruises give a feeling of contentment like never before. We gave it all! Bringing it to u soon…. Our #Gandhari (sic).”

“‘Gandhari’ promises a riveting storyline filled with relentless determination and intense personal stakes, set against the backdrop of gripping mystery and high-powered action. Audiences will see Taapsee Pannu as a fierce mom on a mission,” reads the plot description from streaming giant Netflix,reports variety.com.

“Gandhari”, which also stars Ishwak Singh marks Kanika Dhillon and Taapsee’s sixth collaboration after back-to-back success with “Manmarziyaan”, “Haseen Dilruba”, “Phir Aayi Hasseen Dilruba” and many more.

“Gandhari” is the second project under Kanika Dhillon ‘s banner Kathha Pictures post the success of mystery drama “Do Patti” and for this action drama the ace producer has roped in highly acclaimed director Devashish Makhija known for his movies like “Bhonsle”, “Joram” and others.