Prakash Raj

New Delhi [India], March 21 : Actor Vijay Devarakonda and Prakash issued a clarification on Thursday following the allegations on them for allegedly promoting illegal betting and gambling apps through their social media platforms.In a press statement, Deverakonda's team clarified that the actor entered into a contract with the company as a brand ambassador for skill-based games and endorsed the company in regions and territories where online skill-based games were legally permitted. The statement read, "This is to inform the public and all concerned parties that Vijay Deverakonda has officially entered into a contract with a company solely for the limited purpose of serving as a brand ambassador for skill-based games. His endorsement was strictly confined to regions and territories where online skill-based games are legally permitted."It continued, "It is important to clarify that skill-based games, including online games such as rummy, have been repeatedly recognized by the Honourable Supreme Court of India as distinct from gambling or gaming. The court has upheld that such games involve skill rather than chance, making them legally permissible."On the same day, Prakash Raj also issued a clarification through a self-made video which he posted on his X handle. He admitted to doing an advertisement for a gaming app but later refused to continue as it didn't feel right to him. Taking to his X handle, he said, "I have not received anything from the police station or any summons as such, and when it does, I will deploy, but I think it's my responsibility to reply and clear things for you."The actor continued, "In 2016, people approached me for a gaming app, and I did do it. But within a few months, my conscience, maybe it was legal but I thought that it was not right. But I couldn't do anything, so I let it go for a year's contract. Immediately when they wanted to renew, I said no. My conscience doesn't accept that I don't want to continue."Raj claimed that he had not done any advertisements since then. He said, "This happened around 8-9 years back, and since then, I have not done any ads which promote online gambling. Now, in 2021-22, this company must have been sold to somebody else, and when they put these snippets of me on a few social media, we did send them a notice. In an email, I said look. No, I am not part of it. You can't illegally use it. It has expired. They stopped after that. This is my reply."My response #SayNoToBettingAps#justasking Prakash Raj (@prakashraaj) March 20, 2025The Telangana police filed a First Information Report (FIR) against 25 celebrities and influencers, including popular figures like Prakash Raj, Vijay Deverakonda, and Manchu Lakshmi, for allegedly promoting illegal betting and gambling apps through their social media platforms.The FIR was filed at the Miyapur Police Station in Hyderabad following a complaint by 32-year-old businessman PM Phanindra Sarma.In his complaint, Sarma claimed that during a conversation with youth in his community on March 16, he discovered many individuals had been influenced to invest their money in these gambling apps, which were heavily advertised by social media personalities.

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [Inida], April 26 : Actor Prakash Raj, a known critic of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) at the Centre, cast his vote in Bengaluru amid polling for the second phase on Friday.The actor, clad in a red printed shirt and white trousers, arrived at his designated polling station in Bengaluru to get his finger inked.Speaking to media persons after casting his vote, the actor, who is not only a prominent face in the South film industry but also made character appearances in several Bollywood hits, said, "My vote is my right. It gives me the power to choose who will represent me, be my voice in Parliament. It is very important that you vote for a candidate you believe in. And, I voted for the candidate I believe in, the manifesto that promised change from the divisive and hate politics we have seen in the last decade."Exactly one-half of the 28 Lok Sabha seats in Congress-ruled Karanataka is polling currently in the second phase. An electorally crucial state south of the Vindhyas, Karnataka is to poll for the 18th Lok Sabha in two phases, with the first for 14 seats currently underway. The seats polling in Phase 1 in the state are Udupi Chikamagalur, Hassan, Dakshina Kannada, Chitradurga, Tumkur, Mandya, Mysore, Chamarajanagar, Bangalore Rural, Bangalore North, Bangalore Central, Bangalore South, Chikballapur, and Kolar.The BJP grabbed the bulk of the electoral spoils in the 2019 Lok Sabha Sabha elections, winning 25 of the 28 seats. This time, however, the BJP has set aside three seats for the JDS, its alliance partner in the state. The three constituencies where the JDS has put candidates are Hassan, Mandya, and Kolar.Polling for the second phase in 88 seats across 13 states and Union Territories (UTs) began at 7 am on Friday and will conclude at 6 pm.The first phase of voting for the seven-phased general elections was conducted successfully on April 19 in 102 constituencies across 21 states and UTs.According to the Election Commission, the overall voter turnout in the opening phase was recorded at over 62 per cent.The third phase of the elections will be held on May 7.

Rohit Shetty on Friday celebrated 6 years of his supernatural action comedy film 'Golmaal Again'.Taking to Instagram, Rohit shared a motion poster of the film on his stories.Helmed by Shetty, the film starred Ajay DevgnArshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, Kunal Kemu, Parineeti Chopra, Shreyas Talpade, Tabu, Johnny Lever, Prakash Raj and Neil Nitin Mukesh. The movie was released on October 20, 2017.'Golmaal Again' is the fourth instalment in the 'Golmaal' series. Meanwhile, Shetty is currently busy shooting for his upcoming action film 'Singham Again' which stars Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Tiger Shroff in the lead roles.Actors Ranveer Singh and Akshay Kumar will be seen in a guest appearance role in 'Singham Again'.The film is all set to hit the theatres on Independence Day 2024 and will face a big clash with Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2'.'Singham' was released in 2011, starring Kajal Aggarwal and Prakash Raj in lead roles, followed by 'Singham Returns' in 2014.Both projects were declared box office hits.Apart from this, Rohit will be soon making his OTT directorial debut with the upcoming series 'Indian Police Force' which stars Sidharth Malhotra, Shilpa Shetty and Vivek Oberoi in the lead roles.The series will stream exclusively on the OTT platform Amazon Prime Video. However, the official release date is still awaited.

Ajay Devgn starrer 'Singham' clocked 12 on Friday, filmmaker Rohit Shetty shared a poster of the film that saluted the spirit of frontline warriors.To mark this day, Rohit took to Instagram stories and posted a poster.Sharing the action poster of Ajay and captioned, 12 years of Singham.'Singham' was released in the year 2011, and starred Kajal Aggarwal and Prakash Raj in the lead roles, followed by 'Singham Returns' in 2014, and both projects were declared box office hits.Recently, the makers unveiled the official release date of 'Singham Again'.'Singham Again' is the third instalment of the super hit cop franchise 'Singham'.'Singham Again' will also star actor Deepika Padukone in a cop avatar.In Akshay Kumar's smash-hit action flick 'Sooryavanshi', Ajay Devgn had dropped a hint of the third instalment of the film.He hinted further that veteran actor Jackie Shroff will be portraying the negative role in the third instalment of the Singham franchise.Apart from the 'Singham' series, director Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn have worked together in films like 'Zameen', the 'Golmaal' franchise and comic caper 'All the Best'. All fared well at the box office.Meanwhile, Rohit is hosting Khatron Ke Khiladi 13 which premiered on July 15 2023 on Colors TV.Apart from KKK 13, Rohit will be soon making his OTT directorial debut with the upcoming series 'Indian Police Force' which stars Sidharth Malhotra, Shilpa Shetty and Vivek Oberoi in the lead roles.The series will stream exclusively on the OTT platform Amazon Prime Video.

Adivi Sesh-starrer 'Major' turned 1 today. To celebrate this special occasion, he revisited the memories and spend the entire day with Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan's family.Taking to Instagram, Adivi shared a string of pictures featuring Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan's parents. Helmed by Sashi Karan Tikka, 'Major' also stars Sobhita Dhulipala, Saiee Manjrekar, Prakash Raj, Revathi and Murli Sharma.In the film, Adivi essays the role of Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan who sacrificed his life, while fighting terrorists and rescuing 14 hostages in the Taj Mahal Hotel.And this biopic surely forged a very special bond with Sesh, who is keeping this legacy alive by remaining close to the family. Even on the film's first anniversary Sesh spent the day with Sandeep's family in Bangalore and penned a heartfelt note about the day as well as the film along with some beautiful pictures.Sharing the pictures, he wrote, "Got my darshan with Amma & Uncle for the 1 year Anniversary of Major. Amma cooked some amazing food despite her shoulder pain. Their love has meant everything to me. Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan has blessed me and changed me in ways I never knew. Major The Film is my most memorable film and I want to thank Mahesh sir, our amazing producers, our phenomenal director, the hardworking team, our actors who gave riveting performances and most of all the audience. The love and respect you have given us is immense. I am indebted from the bottom of my heart. This honour is forever. JaiHind!"Major has won the hearts of millions of viewers, and Adivi Sesh's portrayal of Sandeep Unnikrishnan has been highly praised.Bankrolled by Sony Pictures International Productions, GMB Entertainment Pvt Limited and A+S Movies, 'Major' was released in Telugu, Hindi and Malayalam on June 3, 2022.On the work front, Sesh will be seen in 'G2', and the shooting for the film will commence soon.

View this post on InstagramA post shared by Shruti Haasan (@shrutzhaasan)Shruti increased the temperature with her all-black latex dress. The actor's hairstyle also complimented her look as she opted for a sleek high bun with a middle partition.On the work front, Shruti was recently seen in the Telugu action comedy film 'Waltair Veerayya' alongside actors Chiranjeevi, Ravi Teja and Prakash Raj.Helmed by Bobby Kolli, the film received a decent response from the fans.Prabhas, on the other hand, will be next seen in Om Raut's 'Adipurush'. He will also be seen in 'Project K', which stars Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone and Prabhas, and will hit the theatres on January 12, 2024.Helmed by Nag Ashwin, Project K is a bilingual film shot simultaneously in two languages i.e. Hindi and Telugu across various locations. The film will also mark Deepika's debut in the Telugu film market.

Allu marked his acting debut with the Telugu romantic drama film 'Gangotri' which also starred Aditi Aggarwal and Prakash Raj in pivotal roles.Post that, the actor delivered some outstanding performances in films like 'Arya 2', 'Vedam', 'Julayi', 'Sarrainodu', 'Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo', 'Pushpa: The Rise' and many more.Soon after the actor dropped the post, fans flooded the comment section with red hearts and fire emoticons.Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu wrote, "there's going to be fireworks soon!!"Rakul Preet Singh wrote, "Fav fav fav."Singer Shreya Ghoshal wrote, "Congratulations to you! What a journey."Cricketer David Warner wrote, "Well done mate."Armaan Malik commented, "Congrats anna more power to you! Thaggedele."Meanwhile, Allu Arjun will be next seen in 'Pushpa: The Rule' along with actor Rashmika Mandanna.'Pushpa: The Rise', an action entertainer directed by Sukumar, was released in theatres on December 17, 2021. The film, which stars Allu Arjun in the lead role, was widely praised. Fahadh Faasil was part of the film.The film was declared a blockbuster hit at the box office, and now Allu's fans are eagerly waiting for the film's second instalment 'Pushpa: The Rule'. The official release date of the film is still awaited.Apart from that, he also has director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's next film in his kitty.

Didnt expect this from you @akshaykumar ..having said that @RichaChadha is more relevant to our country than you sir. #justasking Prakash Raj (@prakashraaj) November 25, 2022Previously, Akshay took to Twitter to call out Richa and shared a screenshot of her comment. Along with the photo, he attached his statement that read, "Hurts to see this. Nothing ever should make us ungrateful towards our armed forces. Woh hain toh aaj hum hain."Hurts to see this. Nothing ever should make us ungrateful towards our armed forces. Woh hain toh aaj hum hain. Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) November 24, 2022Prakash Raj came in support of Richa and wrote, "Yes we stand with you @RichaChadha... we understand what you meant."Yes we stand with you @RichaChadha we understand what you meant Prakash Raj (@prakashraaj) November 25, 2022Richa Chadha, on Wednesday, reacted to Northern Army Commander Lt General Upendra Dwivedi's statement that the Indian Army is ready to execute any orders on taking back Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).Lt General Dwivedi's statement was made with reference to the Defence Minister's previous address in which he reiterated New Delhi's resolve to take back Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), saying all refugees would get their land and homes back.Lt General Dwivedi said, "As far as the Indian Army is concerned, it will carry out any order given by the Government of India. Whenever such orders are given, we will always be ready for it."Sharing the statement, Richa took to her Twitter handle and wrote, "Galwan says hi."As soon as she tweeted this, all hell broke loose on social media and people started to slam her for allegedly insulting the army by talking about the 2020 clash between India and China.On Thursday, Richa issued an apology statement through a tweet.Richa wrote, "Even though it can never be my intention in the least if the 3 words which are being dragged into a controversy have offended or hurt anyone, I apologise and also say that it would sadden me if even unintentionally my words have triggered this feeling in my brothers in the Fauj of which my own Nanaji has been an illustrious part. As a Lt. Col, he took a bullet in the leg in the Indo-China war, in the 1960s. My Mamaji was a paratrooper. It's in my blood."She added, "A whole family is affected when their son is martyred or even injured while saving the nation which is made up of people like us and I personally know how it feels. It is an emotive issue for me."

'Mukhbir - The Story of a Spy' is the untold story of India's secret agent who led India to evade several aggressive advances from the enemy country by providing intelligence and by helping India win the 1965 war.Produced by Victor Tango Entertainment, the series spans across 8 episodes and is a tribute to those unsung heroes who live in the shadows and give their life for the safety of the country. This series is an intimate look into the sacrifices they make for their country without ever being named or celebrated.As seen in the trailer, 'Mukhbir - The Story of a Spy' has a solid ensemble cast consisting of veteran actors like Prakash Raj, Adil Hussain and Harsh Chhaya and newcomers including Zain Khan Durrani and Zoya Afroz. The show is an edgy spy thriller as it unfolds the fate of India at a time when the country could not afford one more war and its future depended on one risky mission led by a secret agent in an enemy country.Helmed by Shivam Nair, who is known for films like 'Naam Shabana' and 'Special Ops', in association with Jayprad Desai.Talking about the film director Shivam Nair and Jayprad Desai said, "In India, we haven't dabbled much in the genre of 'Historical Fiction'. Mukhbir, set against the backdrop of the 1965 Indo-Pak war and inspired by true events tells a fictionalised story of an Indian spy whose information helped India win the war. With the limbs of spy thriller, Mukhbir at its heart is a human drama. While the unfolding of the plot will keep the audience glued to their screens, the inherent dilemma of a man torn in between his duty and heart will move them deeply. We are proud to lead this show that is special to all of us involved and we hope that Mukhbir touches the hearts of the viewers and leaves an everlasting impact on them".Prakash Raj shared, "Mukhbir celebrates the bravery and the sacrifices of the unsung heroes of India, the spies and I am glad to be a part of such a remarkable project. These spies go unnoticed despite their silent but monumental work and hence, Mukhbir is our tribute to their self-less efforts".Adil Hussain said, "I am especially inclined towards stories which move the viewers and inspires them to go beyond the ordinary. Mukhbir is one such story which will appeal to every Indian across the globe. Also, it was exciting to work with the talented director duo of Shivam Nair and Jayprad Desai who have notable experience and expertise in this genre".Zain Khan Durranisaid, "I could not have asked for a better project than Mukhbir to mark my OTT debut. I have grown up in Kashmir and have seen first-hand the challenges faced by the people during riots and wars so being a part of Mukhbir was even more emotional for me. The minute I read the script, I knew that I had to take it up as the character is so inspiring. Mukhbir is the story of a brave man who defied the odds and single-handedly enabled India to evade several aggressive advances from the enemy country during the 1965 war. The story not only explores his bravery but also his vulnerabilities which makes the character so endearing and real. I hope that the show strikes a chord with everyone connected to or belonging to our country". 'Mukhbir - The Story of a Spy' is all set to premiere exclusively on ZEE5 from November 11, 2022.

John Abraham is all ready to step up the action game with his next production venture, Attack. The film that has been postponed multiple times in the past owing to the COVID-19 pandemic is finally set to hit the silver screens on Republic Day weekend next year. Also starring Jacqueline Fernandez, Rakul Preet Singh, Ratna Pathak Shah, and Prakash Raj in the lead roles, the film has been termed as the "mother of all action films" and is being planned to be made into a huge action film franchise.Now, Bollywood Hungama has learnt that John Abraham is playing a robotic character in this hardcore action film something the Hindi film industry has never attempted before. Sources close to the development have revealed that Abraham is playing a mercenary soldier with a superhuman ability in this taut thriller set against a hostage crisis. His character is believed to be more along the lines of Hollywood's Deadpool and G.I. Joe and will see him performing some never-seen-before daredevil, high-octane action sequences that have been choreographed by international stunt coordinator Ryan Sturz of Captain Marvel fame.Bollywood Hungama has also learnt that Attack revolves around a fictional attack in the Parliament where many people are held hostage. John Abraham who leads an "Attack team" is deployed for the rescue mission, and the rest of the film is the story of a race against time. An intelligent thriller with a strong storyline, the film marks the directorial debut of Lakshya Raj Anand who has previously assisted filmmakers Kabir Khan and Siddharth Anand on Ek Tha Tiger and Bang Bang respectively. Produced by John Abraham in association with Dheeraj Wadhwan and Ajay Kapoor's Kyta Productions, the film has been written by Lakshya Raj Anand, Vishal Kapoor, and Sumit Batheja.Meanwhile, John Abraham will next be seen in Milap Zaveri's masala entertainer Satyameva Jayate 2 that arrives in theatres on November 25. The action star also has Mohit Suri's Ek VillainReturns with Arjun Kapoor, Disha Patani and Tara Sutaria scheduled to release on July 8. He is also doing Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone's YRF actioner Pathan, and Ayyappanum Koshiyum remake with Arjun Kapoor that will go on floors in December. It has been reported that John will also be doing an action comedy film with Houseful director Sajid Khan.