Naga Chaitanya’s ‘Thandel’ to Feature Grand Shiva-Inspired Sequence

Hyderabad, India – Naga Chaitanya’s much-anticipated pan-India film, Thandel, is making significant strides in its production. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Srikakulam, the film is set to feature a grand sequence inspired by Lord Shiva. This sequence, which recently wrapped filming, involved a massive fair with approximately 2000 participants, including 600 dancers.

The song composed for this Shiva-themed sequence by renowned music director Devi Sri Prasad is expected to be a major highlight of the film. Producer Bunny Vasu expressed his admiration for the spot-on composition, which perfectly complements the visually stunning sequence designed by director Chandoo Mondeti.

Sai Pallavi, known for her captivating performances, plays the female lead opposite Naga Chaitanya in Thandel. The film is slated for release around Sankranti, adding to the festive excitement surrounding its release. The filmmakers are meticulously crafting unique fair sequences, especially for period-themed films like Thandel, to ensure an immersive and unforgettable cinematic experience.

Geetha Arts is backing the film, with Bunny Vasu serving as the producer. Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi are reuniting after their successful collaboration in Premam, while Naga Chaitanya and Chandoo Mondeti are working together for the third time. The entire team is brimming with confidence that Thandel will emerge as a blockbuster hit.

Jacky and Vashu Bhagnani Accuse Ali Abbas of Blackmail!

Vashu Bhagnani and Jacky Bhagnani, prominent figures in Pooja Entertainment, have taken a significant step by filing a complaint against filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar. The complaint, lodged on September 3, alleges that Zafar misappropriated subsidy funds amounting to ₹9.50 crore from the Abu Dhabi authorities during the production of their film, *Bade Miyan Chote Miyan*. The Bandra Police in Mumbai is expected to summon Zafar for questioning as the investigation unfolds.

The Bhagnanis’ complaint outlines serious allegations against Zafar, including fraud, coercion, criminal breach of trust, extortion, blackmailing, criminal intimidation, harassment, criminal defamation, and money laundering. They claim that Zafar utilized these funds through a shell company based in Abu Dhabi, raising concerns about financial misconduct within the film’s production process. This situation has escalated tensions between the parties involved and highlights the complexities of financial dealings in the film industry.

In a twist to the unfolding drama, Ali Abbas Zafar has countered with his own accusations against the Bhagnanis. He claims they owe him ₹7.30 crore for his directorial work on *Bade Miyan Chote Miyan* and has filed a complaint with the Directors’ Association seeking intervention. The Federation of Western Indian Cine Employees (FWICE) has also stepped in, requesting an explanation from Vashu Bhagnani regarding the alleged unpaid dues. This back-and-forth has intensified scrutiny on both sides as they navigate their respective claims.

The film *Bade Miyan Chote Miyan*, which features Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff in lead roles, faced significant backlash upon its release in April this year. Despite high expectations, it was met with disappointment from both audiences and critics alike, grossing only around ₹100 crore against a budget of ₹350 crore. As Ali Abbas Zafar continues to seek success following his departure from Yash Raj Films (YRF), this controversy adds another layer of complexity to his career trajectory amidst ongoing financial disputes with the Bhagnanis.