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BY SACNILK TEAM

Hyderabad, April 8 - Telugu actor Vishnu Manchu's mega-budget fantasy drama Kannappa is getting bigger and bigger with each passing day. After bringing Prabhas, Mohanlal, and Nayanthara on board to play cameo roles, the makers strike another gold. ## According to the latest Telugu media reports, Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has been roped in to play a crucial cameo role in the film, joining the massive star cast. It is not yet revealed which role the actor will play. ## Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, the movie stars Vishnu Manchu in the title role of Kannappa, an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva. The ever-rising star cast also includes Prabhas, Mohanlal, Nayanthara, Brahmanandam, Shiva Rajkumar, Sarath Kumar, Madhoo, Devaraj, and Preity Mukhundhan, among many others in key roles. ## The movie is being produced by AVA Entertainment and 24 Frames Factory. Stephen Devassy and Mani Sharma are on board to score the music while Sheldon Chau is handling the cinematography. The movie will be released by the end of 2024 or early next year in multiple languages. ## Stay tuned...

BY JITU JANGIR

Bayley defeated her former friend SKY to become the new WWE Women's Champion. The match was filled with high-flying maneuvers and brutal counters, showcasing the bad blood between the two. ## Despite a nagging knee injury, Bayley fought valiantly, enduring SKY's signature moves like the moonsault and German suplexes. In a dramatic moment, Bayley kicked out of SKY's Over the Moonsault, keeping her championship dreams alive. The Role Model finally grabbed on an opportunity, landing her devastating Rose Plant on a stunned SKY to secure the victory and reclaim the coveted title. ## Speaking to WrestleMania XL Sunday Post-Show Press Conference, Bayley stated the following: ## "I didn't know what it was gonna be like with the crowd, for one. I'm newly friends with the crowd again," Bayley admitted. "So, I was concerned that, you know, some of them didn't forgive me for calling them idiots for so many years. Sometimes you guys were idiots too. It's fine, it happens. I wasn't sure how it was going to be. Because Io is so incredibly talented, and it's hard not to cheer for her. ## "She's so amazing, but she's a really bad friend," Bayley continued. "So, I was very excited to hear that everyone still had my back after all these years. I truly think that my journey through the WWE these past 11 years has, like, cemented such a connection between myself and the fans, all of you guys. So coming out, I felt like, I think I did my job these last few years to show how much I care about this, and how much I care that you guys care about this, you know? So, I felt very, very grateful. And right now, I feel crazy. It feels like the weirdest dream, like I just fantasy booked my whole life. Doing this, then watching The Rock, The Undertaker, and John Cena, it was like fantasy booking this whole thing."## If you use the above quotes, please credit the original source and link back to Sacnilk with an h/t for the transcription. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

During WrestleMania XL Sunday Post-Show Press Conference, Damian Priest stated the following regarding a new era in the company. ## "Where we are going and where we are headed, I have no idea. There's a new era in the company. Everybody can feel it. Everybody can sense it. We are on a roller coaster. We don't know where we are headed. But this ride? It's going to take a minute. ## We are cooking right now. Obviously, all of our sellouts, the business we are doing, the amount of eyeballs, this is the hottest the business has ever been. Everyone likes to compare us to the Attitude Era. ## We are doing some things the Attitude Era would have dreamed of and I am proud to be one of the figureheads right now. With this, I solidify myself as one of the people we will be looking to lead and that is something I am humbled and proud of. How do I keep myself here? The same thing I have been doing. Be better tomorrow than I was yesterday." ## As noted, on the second night of WrestleMania, Damian Priest cashed in his Money in the Bank contract and defeated Drew McIntyre to become the new World Heavyweight Champion. ## If you use the above quotes, please credit the original source and link back to Sacnilk with an h/t for the transcription. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY SACNILK TEAM

Hyderabad, April 8 - Director Hanu Raghavapudi made a roaring comeback with his last film, Sita Ramam, starring Dulquer Salmaan, Mrunal Thakur, and Rashmika Mandanna. The movie was a big box office success with a worldwide collection of close to a hundred crore gross. ## Post the big success of Sita Ramam, Hanu Raghavapudi flooded with offers and it was reported last year that the filmmaker has been tapped to director Pan India superstar Prabhas in his next film. Amid months of speculations, the filmmaker has confirmed his next director with Prabhas and also shared some key updates regarding the same. ## According to a report by M9.News, Raghavapudi was invited to address students at NIT in Warangal as a special guest where he confirmed the news about directing Prabhas in his next. He said that his upcoming film with Prabhas is a period action with an alternative narrative of history and also confirmed that Vishal Chandrashekhar has already finished composing three songs for the film. ## The movie reportedly has the Razakar movement as the backdrop set in the Pre-Independence era. Mythri Movie Makers will produce this yet-to-be-announced film that is likely to go on floors sometime next year. Prabhas, meanwhile is super busy at the moment. The actor is gearing up for the release of the highly-awaited Kalki 2898 AD, scheduled to release in May this year. ## Prabhas is shooting for director Maruthi's romantic horror film The Raja Saab and is also doing a cameo role in Vishnu Manchu's Kannappa. In the last quarter of the year, the actor will start one of the most-awaited Indian films, Spirit, with director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and also has Salaar: Part 2 – Shouryaanga Parvam with director Prashanth Neel. ## Stay tuned...

BY JITU JANGIR

Cody Rhodes delivered a storybook ending at WrestleMania 40, defeating Roman Reigns in the main event to claim the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship.## The "Bloodline Rules" stipulation, established after Cody and Seth Rollins' loss the previous night, heavily favored Reigns. However, a series of unexpected turns unfolded throughout the match. Jimmy Uso's interference was thwarted by Jey Uso, who in a surprising move, launched himself and Jimmy off the ramp through tables below.## Following a near-fall after two Cross Rhodes maneuvers, a Samoan Spike from Solo Sikoa seemingly put Cody away. But in a dramatic turn, Cody kicked out, enraging Sikoa who continued to attack both Cody and Reigns.## John Cena then entered the fray, delivering an Attitude Adjustment on Reigns and eliminating Sikoa with a table throw. Yet another surprise awaited as The Rock confronted Cena.## Just as tensions rose between Cena and The Rock, Seth Rollins charged in, only to be stopped by Reigns. The final twist came with the Undertaker's sudden appearance, delivering a Chokeslam to The Rock. Both Rock and Taker vanished as the lights went out.## Capitalizing on the chaos, Cody rallied and hit a staggering three Cross Rhodes on Reigns, securing the pinfall and the Undisputed Championship. ## The emotional victory was followed by a celebratory gathering in the ring. Cody's wife Brandi, mother, sister, and various WWE stars joined the festivities. He then called upon Bruce Prichard and Triple H to share the momentous occasion. ## THIS. IS. WWE. ❤️#WrestleMania pic.twitter.com/lprQnyXPrz— WWE (@WWE) April 8, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Drew McIntyre's emotional rollercoaster ride at WrestleMania 40 culminated in a single, frustrated word: "F**k."## McIntyre's tweet captured the shock and disappointment of many fans who witnessed his victory over Seth Rollins for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship turn sour in a matter of seconds.## Just as McIntyre began acknowledging fans, he got into a heated exchange with CM Punk at ringside. This distraction allowed Damian Priest to seize the opportunity and successfully cash in his Money in the Bank briefcase, defeating McIntyre for the title mere moments after he had won it.## The brief celebration for McIntyre was further dampened by his earlier tweet during the match itself. McIntyre quoted a tweet reading "Bored at work. LOL!" while retrieving his phone from his wife at ringside. This lighthearted message juxtaposed with the seriousness of the championship match drew criticism from some fans. ## Fuck https://t.co/CjkPmpJuf1— Drew (@DMcIntyreWWE) April 8, 2024 ## Bored at work. LOL!— Drew (@DMcIntyreWWE) April 7, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Logan Paul's WrestleMania 40 title defense against Kevin Owens and Randy Orton took an unexpected turn when YouTuber IShowSpeed emerged from the giant Prime mascot costume at ringside.## Speed, a popular streamer, filled in for KSI, who was originally featured in the storyline but took an RKO from Orton before the event. Speed's surprise appearance momentarily distracted Orton, allowing Paul to escape a potential finishing move.## However, the celebration was short-lived for Speed. In a turn of events, he ended up on the receiving end of Orton's signature RKO maneuver, delivered on the commentary desk.## Despite Speed's unfortunate debut, Logan Paul managed to retain his United States Championship with a pinfall victory over Kevin Owens after a Frog Splash. ## PRIME-MANIA!@LoganPaul & @ishowspeedsui keep the #USTitle in the Maverick's grasp at #WrestleMania XL! pic.twitter.com/HpWl7zkL4R— WWE (@WWE) April 8, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

During WrestleMania 40 night two, WWE unveiled a new premium live event alongside an upcoming international trip.## The company announced a SmackDown show in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on Friday, May 24, followed by the "King & Queen of the Ring" premium live event on Saturday, May 25th, 2024.## While specific details regarding the events are yet to be revealed, promotional graphics featured prominent WWE Superstars like Jade Cargill, AJ Styles, and Randy Orton.## This marks the revival of the "King & Queen of the Ring" event, originally planned for Saudi Arabia last year. However, due to the creation of the new World Heavyweight Championship, that event transformed into Night of Champions.## Interestingly, this timeframe coincides with AEW's Double or Nothing pay-per-view scheduled for May 26th, 2024. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

WrestleMania 40 night two saw AJ Styles sporting a brand new entrance theme before his match against LA Knight.## While the full entrance can be viewed below in the clip, Knight ultimately emerged victorious in his WrestleMania debut, defeating the seasoned Styles.## The action continues with IYO Sky defending her WWE Women's Championship against Bayley, followed by the highly anticipated main event. ## In a "Bloodline Rules" stipulation, Roman Reigns will put his Undisputed WWE Championship on the line against challenger Cody Rhodes. ## As clarified by Paul Heyman in a backstage interview, "Bloodline Rules" translates to a No Disqualification match with a definitive winner and any additional stipulations laid down by the Bloodline (Roman Reigns, The Usos, and Paul Heyman himself). ## NEW MUSIC for @AJStylesOrg at #WrestleMania XL! pic.twitter.com/HPoDvv0pde— WWE (@WWE) April 8, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

WrestleMania 40 night two's Philadelphia Street Fight between The Pride (Bobby Lashley and The Street Profits) and The Final Testament (Karrion Kross and Authors of Pain) featured an unexpected twist with the reveal of Snoop Dogg on commentary and Bubba Ray Dudley as the special guest referee. ## The action spilled outside the ring early on, with Scarlett crashing through a table after a brawl with B-Fab. The animosity between Dudley and Kross reached a boiling point, prompting Dudley to don his signature glasses and reignite the crowd with a nostalgic "get the tables!" chant.## A broken table initially thwarted their attempt to put Kross through one, but The Street Profits persevered, securing another table for Montez Ford to deliver a devastating splash onto Kross.## Bobby Lashley clinched the pinfall victory, sparking a post-match celebration with Dudley and Snoop Dogg in the ring.## Another #WrestleMania moment for WWE Hall of Famer @SnoopDogg!@ByDreAndSnoop#AD Please drink responsibly pic.twitter.com/xgy9Bmhw64— WWE (@WWE) April 8, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

WrestleMania 40 night two kicked off with a familiar face, as Stephanie McMahon took center stage after the National Anthem performance by The War and Treaty.## Following Triple H's welcome on night one, McMahon addressed the live audience and viewers at home. She acknowledged her presence at the very first WrestleMania, but emphasized the unique significance of WrestleMania 40.## Declaring it the "one she's most proud of," McMahon then christened it the "first WrestleMania of the Paul Levesque Era," referencing her husband and current Chief Content Officer.## To further energize the crowd, she channeled her husband's signature enthusiasm, asking "Are you ready?" eliciting a thunderous response from the Philadelphia audience.## Following her address, WrestleMania 40 night two officially commenced with high-resolution entrances for Drew McIntyre and Seth Rollins, gearing them up for their World Heavyweight Championship match.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Wrestling fans were buzzing tonight after reports emerged that Jacob Fatu, cousin of Roman Reigns and The Usos, has signed with WWE.## According to PWInsider Elite [via Lucha Libre Online], Fatu was spotted backstage at WrestleMania 40 night two in Philadelphia. The report claims "we are told (he) has officially signed with the company."## This news comes after Fightful Select earlier reported that Fatu "told people" he had signed with WWE, leading to the cancellation of an independent wrestling show booking. However, at the time of Fightful's report, WWE or NXT sources wouldn't confirm the signing.## Fatu's potential arrival adds another layer to the already dominant Bloodline stable. While PWInsider doesn't specify if he'll be involved in tonight's main event, his presence backstage fuels speculation of a future alliance with his relatives. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...