Filmmaker Nag Ashwin hit back at criticism over his portrayal of Karna in 'Kalki 2898 AD'. Responding to a netizen's mockery, he cited the Drona Parva from the Mahabharata, quoting Lord Krishna praising Karna. Ashwin asserted his deep respect for mythology, urging critics to read the scripture or wait for 'Kalki 2'.
Telugu cinema dominates the 70th National Film Awards with major wins. ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ grabbed Best Popular Film, while ‘Committee Kurrollu’ won Best Telugu Film. ‘Pushpa 2’ earned Best Screenplay. Mammootty and Kartik Aaryan shared Best Actor, celebrating diverse storytelling and fresh talent.
Pan-India director Nag Ashwin breaks silence on Kalki 2898 AD criticism, responding to Karna portrayal debates. He shared a Mahabharata page, urging detractors to read the epic. Wait for Part 2, he hinted, fueling sequel excitement amid comparisons with Akhil Akkineni's Lenin.
'Sing Geetham', director Singeetam Srinivasa Rao's 61st film, is set for a digital premiere on Netflix from July 9, 2026. This unique music-fantasy, blending emotions with songs, will stream in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam with enhanced audio-visuals and a cameo by Vijay Deverakonda.