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Chunky Panday Reveals Ananya Panday Felt ‘Uncomfortable’ While Working on ‘Liger’

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1 year ago

February 6, 2025

Ananya Panday faced significant backlash during the release of her early films such as ‘Liger,’ ‘Pati, Patni Aur Woh,’ and ‘Dream Girl 2,’ often criticized for her acting abilities and role selections. However, her image shifted positively after she began to make her mark in the OTT space. Her performances in ‘Call Me Bae,’ ‘CTRL,’ and ‘Kho Gaye Hum Kahan’ won her praise from audiences and critics. Recently, her father, Chunky Panday, disclosed that Ananya had reservations about filming ‘Liger’ due to feeling too young for the role. It was his encouragement that led her to accept the project, as it was a major commercial endeavor.

In ‘Liger,’ Ananya starred alongside Vijay Deverakonda, with Karan Johar as a backer of the film. Despite her doubts, she decided to proceed based on her father’s advice. Chunky mentioned, “When she approached me about taking on this film, she expressed concern over her age, saying, ‘Papa, I’m too young to do this.’ I told her to go for it since it was a significant commercial film – but perhaps she was right; she was a bit too young for the role.”

Reflecting on the situation, Chunky pointed out that Ananya made her debut at 18, yet her youthful appearance often made her look even younger, around 16. He acknowledged her discomfort at the time, stating, “She felt uncertain, thinking, ‘Maybe I’m too young for this.’ She was understandably confused.”

He further clarified that after ‘Liger,’ he refrained from influencing her career choices. Chunky admitted that had Ananya sought his opinion on ‘Call Me Bae,’ he would have advised against it. “After that experience, I never pressured her again. Maybe I was wrong; I tend to be old-fashioned. If she had asked me about ‘Bae,’ I would have said no.” Interestingly, ‘Call Me Bae’ turned out to be a hit, showcasing Ananya’s vibrant and lively persona.

In a prior conversation with We Are Yuvaa’s YouTube channel, Ananya expressed her disappointment regarding ‘Liger’s poor performance at the box office, stating, “I was sad and upset about how it went.” When her father remarked that sometimes one has to take on a film, she asserted, “No, you can’t give me advice after Liger.” Looking forward, she has ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ on the horizon.

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Atlee and Priya Reveal Baby Girl’s Name ‘Miyou’

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41 minutes ago

May 18, 2026

Namma Kudla

Film: Popular filmmaker Atlee and his wife Priya Atlee have revealed the name of their second child on Instagram. The couple named their baby girl “Miyou.”

They shared a photo of the baby’s tiny hand and called her “a little person with a big place in our hearts.” They also mentioned their first son, Meer, in the post.

The name “Miyou” has a beautiful meaning. In Japanese, “Mi” means love and “You” means gentleness. Together, the name stands for love and kindness.

The couple announced the birth of their second child on April 20. Earlier this year, they had also shared the pregnancy news with fans through a family photoshoot.

Atlee and Priya got married in 2014 after dating for several years. Their first son, Meer, was born on January 31, 2023.

Meanwhile, Atlee is busy working on his upcoming film “Raka,” starring Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone.

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Fans’ Favorite Title Likely Finalized for Jr NTR-Prashanth Neel Film

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19 hours ago

May 17, 2026

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Film: The makers of the upcoming film starring Jr NTR and directed by Prashanth Neel are likely to finalize the title “Dragon” for the movie. Interestingly, this is the same name that fans have been calling the project for a long time.

A major update from the film team is expected on May 20, the birthday of Jr NTR. The makers are planning to release a special glimpse teaser on that day.

A censor application linked to the teaser has reportedly leaked on social media. In the document, the movie’s title was mentioned as “Dragon,” which has now increased speculation about the official title.

The leaked document has created huge excitement among fans. Many fans are happy that the makers may have chosen the same title that fans suggested for the film.

The teaser duration has also grabbed attention. Reports say the teaser will have a runtime of 4 minutes and 35 seconds.

The movie is being made on a huge budget and is expected to be a high-voltage action entertainer. The shooting began nearly a year ago, but reports suggest the project may need another year for completion.

The film is being produced by Mythri Movie Makers. Reports also claim that the movie is being planned in two parts, with both parts being shot simultaneously by Prashanth Neel.

Kannada actress Rukmini Vasanth is playing the female lead in the film. The movie is expected to release around August next year. The official teaser will be released on May 20.

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Actor Jayam Ravi Breaks Down Over Divorce Dispute

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1 day ago

May 17, 2026

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Film : Jayam Ravi has spoken emotionally about his ongoing family dispute and divorce case with his wife Aarti. The actor said he will not act in any films until the divorce process is completed.

Speaking at a press conference in Chennai, Jayam Ravi said he remained silent for a long time because he did not want to speak badly about his wife. However, he claimed that false accusations were now being made against him, and he could no longer stay quiet.

The actor said he was not allowed to meet his two children. He added that he had been paying their school fees for the last eight years and had spent nearly Rs 50 lakh on their education and care. He said people were questioning his love for his children without understanding his side of the story.

Jayam Ravi also claimed that his children were being sent to school with bodyguards, which he said made him uncomfortable. He stated that he had sacrificed many things for his family and had always worked for his wife and children.

The actor revealed that he does not even have a personal bank account and that all his earnings were kept in joint accounts with his wife. He alleged that his wife questioned every expense he made. Jayam Ravi said he married Aarti despite opposition from his parents and now regrets that decision.

During the emotional interaction, the actor broke down in tears and said he had suffered mentally because of the situation. He also claimed that he had harmed himself while dealing with emotional pain.

Reports suggest that the divorce dispute began after allegations about Jayam Ravi’s friendship with singer Kenisha. It is also reported that Aarti has sought a monthly compensation of Rs 40 lakh. The matter is currently before the court and has not yet been resolved.

Jayam Ravi also expressed anger against people whom he blamed for damaging his personal life and relationships.