February 23 turned into a packed and eventful day for South cinema, with major wins, shocking developments, unexpected controversies, and grand celebrations making headlines. The day carried a mix of tension, glamour, and high drama as several incidents created strong buzz across platforms. Incredible images, powerful moments, and intense interviews fed the discussion as both the social and the industry arenas continued to be ‘pushed’ and uncover once again the genuine heart of the cinema.
GKM Tamil Kumaran’s record victory at TFPC elections
The Tamil Film Producers Council election for 2026–2029 saw a strong voter turnout, with 1,171 of 1,524 members casting their votes in Chennai. G.K.M. Tamil Kumaran won the president post by a landslide with 788 votes, defeating Thenandal Murali by a record margin. N. Subash Chandrabose was elected treasurer, while Sujatha Vijayakumar became joint secretary with clear victories. The new team will assume charge after April and lead the council till 2029 with a strong mandate.
Vishnupriya’s father found dead in Kodaikanal
Suryanarayanan, father of actor Vishnupriya, was found dead at his Kodaikanal bungalow near the swimming pool. His body was discovered tied to a chair with tape over his face, and police suspect death by suffocation. Five tourists who were checking in yesterday have gone missing. Still quartered in the hotel, gold jewelry and CCTV surveillance cameras were also stolen. A statewide manhunt operation has been launched by the police and robbery was associated with the primary motive but many possibilities were not excluded.
Leaked audio Row exposes rift inside AMMA
A leaked audio of AMMA Vice President Lakshmipriya allegedly targeting Executive Member Neena Kurup has sparked a major controversy. The clip, linked to a dispute at a recent family meet, is now viral on social media, exposing internal cracks. Lakshmipriya is heard making severe personal accusations over a child being stopped from going on stage. The incident has brought the association’s internal conflict into the public spotlight.
Rashmika–Vijay Deverakonda’s stylish airport look goes viral
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda were spotted at the Hyderabad airport in matching formal outfits ahead of their wedding. Vijay Deverakonda appeared in a leather jacket with a curled moustache, while Rashmika kept it elegant in a grey suit. They were seen smiling, chatting with their teams, and heading to Udaipur for the pre-wedding celebrations. The couple’s stylish airport look has now gone viral among fans.
Allu Arjun & Sneha Reddy host grand pre-wedding bash for Allu Sirish
Allu Arjun and Sneha Reddy hosted a grand pre-wedding bash for Allu Sirish and Nayanika Reddy in Hyderabad. The wildlife-themed party was filled with music, dance, and surprise moments for the couple. Allu Sirish called it a “mad party” and said he felt like the most loved person that night. Celebrities like Ram Charan, Upasana, Sreeleela, and Miheeka Bajaj joined the joyful celebration.
