Cross Talk

Aagadu's punch dialogue was not aimed at anyone, says Mahesh Babu

Mahesh Babu breaks his silence over the controversy triggered on social media by the teaser of his upcoming film. Just days after the teaser of his forthcoming film, Aagadu sparked a controversy on social media, Mahesh Babu has broken his silence over the issue. Rumours were rife that the 'punch' dialogue in the teaser was targeted at several heroes in the industry including Pawan Kalyan. However, Mahesh Babu vehemently denied all these claims. "We didn't target anyone in the teaser and that wasn't our intention at all. In fact, I myself have said punch dialogues like that in Dookudu and this dialogue in Aagadu is a take-off from that. It's just the attitude of the character that I portray in the film. There's no question of taking a dig at others," Mahesh Babu said, while interacting with the media on Wednesday.

Dileep files for divorce from Manju Warrier

After years of speculation, it has finally happened. Actor Dileep filed for divorce from his wife of 14 years, Manju Warrier, at the Ernakulam Family Court yesterday. However Dileep has specified that the content of the petition he has filed be kept confidential, said his lawyer, Philip Varghese. It is indeed true that Dileep has filed for divorce on grounds of cruelty, he added. The couple has been living separately for more than one year. Dileep and Manju have to appear at the court on July 23.

Suriya's rising overseas demand

One of the year’s highly anticipated releases, the Suriya starrer Anjaan, has reportedly been acquired by United India Exports for the entire overseas rights. The buzz is that the rights have been sold for a grand sum which reiterates the hype and expectation surrounding this film.

Vijay Sethupathi is miffed ... comments on the Dhanush project

The media has been abuzz since the past few days that Vijay Sethupathi has signed on for a new film to be produced by Dhanush's Wunderbar Films, which would be helmed by an upcoming lady director. When contacted Vijay Sethupathi, he made it clear that these are just rumors being speculated without any authenticity. The star also sounded miffed with many untrue media reports which are being woven around him.

Lakshmi Menon croons for Oru Oorla Rendu Raja

Lakshmi Menon the fastest rising heroine in K-town is debuting as a playback singer. Music Director Imman has made her sing a song in Oru Oorla Rendu Raja - an upcoming movie starring Vimal and Priya Anand.