No Truth In Ram Stopping Double Ismart

High Expectations: There’s a lot of excitement for Double Ismart following the success of the first movie, Ismart Shankar.
Filming Halt: The shooting was briefly paused due to logistical issues and unresolved financial problems faced by the filmmakers.
Ram’s Sacrifice: Contrary to rumors, Ram actually showed dedication to the project. He initially signed with a standard advance payment but later agreed to work based on profit-sharing to help the financially struggling production and the overall decline in the Tollywood market.
Reason for Delay: Despite Ram’s flexibility, financial issues persist, causing the delay.
Filming Status: Most of the filming is done, with only minor portions remaining.
Future Outlook: Once the financial issues are resolved and filming is complete, the sequel’s buzz is expected to pick up again, capitalizing on its connection to the successful first movie and generating interest within the Telugu film industry (internal market).

Kannada Star Tarak Spills the Beans on Pushpa 2 Role

Kannada actor Tarak Ponnappa is making his mark in Tollywood. With three Telugu films already out and projects like Devara, Pushpa 2, and an untitled one in the pipeline, his presence is growing steadily.

He attributes the rise of pan-Indian films to the opportunities they offer regional actors, creating a diverse onscreen presence.

Tarak has even quit his Kannada show to focus on Telugu projects. “Currently, my priority is to continue working in Telugu cinema where I’m receiving promising opportunities,” he says. He believes success will open doors to new ventures and allow him to diversify the roles he portrays.

In his next film, Pushpa 2, Tarak will play a villain. The role required a makeover and even a fight sequence with Allu Arjun.

“Since I’m not highly experienced in performing stunts, he provided guidance on body positioning to enhance the menacing look on screen,” he says, impressed by Allu Arjun’s knowledge of stunts and dance.