Sunit Jangir

Sunit Jangir

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As a Senior Editor at Sacnilk, Sunit Jangir leads our coverage on Indian cinema, box office analytics, and global entertainment trends. Passionate about Cricket, Sunit Jangir is an avid sports lover. He finds inspiration in other people's life stories and try to absorb them. Though introvert by nature, he doesn't feel shy when the topic is cinema and sports, particularly cricket.

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Ryan Gosling's Sci-Fi Adventure Project Hail Mary Debuts With Record $140 Million Worldwide
79 days ago
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Ryan Gosling's Sci-Fi Adventure Project Hail Mary Debuts With Record $140 Million Worldwide

Los Angeles, March 22 - Ryan Gosling's sci-fi adventure Project Hail Mary has delivered a powerful start at the global box office, debuting to a record $141 million worldwide opening for Amazon MGM Studios. In just its first week, the film is already nearing the $150 million mark globally. The film exceeded expectations overseas, pulling in $60.4 million across 82 international markets over a 5-day weekend, well above initial projections of $40–45 million, making it the biggest international opening ever for Amazon MGM. The movie is yet to be released in 8 more markets. Domestically (North America), the film posted a solid $80.6 million 3-day opening weekend, combining with overseas earnings to deliver one of the strongest starts for an original film in recent times. Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, and based on the novel by Andy Weir, the film's performance is being driven by strong word-of-mouth and premium format screenings. Mounted on a reported $190 million production budget, Project Hail Mary has opened not far behind recent blockbuster debuts like Dune: Part Two ($182.5M) and Oppenheimer ($180.5M). With a strong start and more markets yet to open, the film is shaping up to be a major global success for Amazon MGM. Stay tuned...

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer Shatters Records With Unheard Viewership
81 days ago
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer Shatters Records With Unheard Viewership

Mumbai, March 19 - Sony Pictures and Marvel Studios' Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the fourth instalment in the Tom Holland-led superhero series, got its first official trailer recently, and it created history as expected when it comes to viewership. However, what was not expected was the viewership numbers, which went through the roof in the first 24 hours. According to Variety, the trailer of Brand New Day, which was released on Wednesday (March 18), has become the biggest trailer of all time with an unheard-of 718.6 million views in the first 24 hours. The Spidey broke the record by almost 2x margin, beating the previous record held by Marvel's Deadpool and Wolverine, which had 365 million views across social media platforms. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In fact, the Brand New Day trailer broke the biggest viewership record in just eight hours when it recorded 373 million views. Deadpool and Wolverine created the biggest record by beating the previous Spider-Man movie, Spider-Man: No Way Home, which had 355 million views. Both films were box office juggernauts, grossing $1.33 billion and $1.90 billion worldwide, respectively. The 718.6 million views for the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer are not only the highest ever in film history, but also the biggest ever trailer launch. It surpassed last year's trailer for the much-anticipated video game Grand Theft Auto VI, which pulled in 475 million views in 24 hours to become the biggest video trailer ever. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, Brand New Day is set four years after the events of No Way Home, in which the world has forgotten that Peter Parker exists after Dr Stephen Strange's spell. In the upcoming film, Parker anonymously protects New York City as the hero Spider-Man and uncovers a larger mystery while investigating a series of crimes. It is scheduled to be released on July 31st. Stay tuned...

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer Release Date Reportedly Revealed
84 days ago
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer Release Date Reportedly Revealed

Mumbai, March 17 - The anticipation surrounding Spider-Man: Brand New Day is reaching new heights as fresh reports hint that the film's first trailer could arrive much sooner than expected. The superhero movie, scheduled to release on July 31, marks Tom Holland's fourth solo MCU outing and his seventh overall appearance as Peter Parker. Now, according to a report by The Direct, an official film distributor appears to have broken the silence with a very specific date for the trailer of Spider-Man 4. Ascar Cinema, the official Sony Pictures distributor in Kazakhstan, reportedly posted on Instagram, announcing that the first trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day will be released on Wednesday, March 18. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While Sony Pictures and Marvel Studios have yet to make an official announcement, some reports previously pointed to March as the likely release timeline for the footage, giving this new info even more legs. It is said that Sony will also attach the trailer to its sci-fi film, Project Hail Mary, which releases on March 20 in the US. Directed by Shang-Chi fame, Destin Daniel Cretton, Brand New Day is reportedly set four years after the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021). In the film, Parker anonymously protects New York City as the hero Spider-Man and uncovers a larger mystery while investigating a series of crimes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The movie stars Tom Holland as Peter Parker / Spider-Man alongside Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, Sadie Sink, Liza Colón-Zayas, Jon Bernthal, Mark Ruffalo, Michael Mando, Tramell Tillman, and Marvin Jones III. Stay tuned...

Oscars 2026: Complete List of Award Winners
85 days ago
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Oscars 2026: Complete List of Award Winners

Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another was this year's biggest winner with 6 Oscars, including the Best Picture Oscar. Ryan Coogler's directorial venture, Sinners, claimed 4 Oscars, including Best Actor for Michael B. Jordan. Both films were competing in almost every category, and managed to win 10 Oscars combined.

From Sinners To One Battle After Another: Where To Watch Oscars 2026 Best Picture Nominees In India
90 days ago
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From Sinners To One Battle After Another: Where To Watch Oscars 2026 Best Picture Nominees In India

Mumbai, March 11 - The race to win the Oscars for Best Picture is heating up with 10 films competing with each other to grab the biggest cinema honour. Michael B. Jordan's critically acclaimed and box office juggernaut, Sinners, is expected to be in a close contest with Leonardo DiCaprio's One Battle After Another to win the Best Picture Oscar. While all 10 films stand a chance to score a victory at the Oscars 2026, scheduled to take place on March 15 (March 16 in India), viewers in India have been enquiring about where to watch these films online. As the anticipation around the possible winner is building up, here is where you can catch up on them from the comfort of your home. Sinners Status - Streaming Now on JioHotstar Directed by Ryan Coogler, the film stars Michael B. Jordan in dual roles as criminal identical twin brothers who return to their hometown in the Jim Crow South, where they are confronted by a supernatural evil. It also stars Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton (in his film debut), Jack O'Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Benson Miller, and Delroy Lindo. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) One Battle After Another Status - Streaming Now on JioHotstar Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, the black comedy actioner follows an ex-revolutionary who is forced back into his former combative lifestyle upon being pursued by a corrupt military officer. Based on Vineland by Thomas Pynchon, the film is written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. Frankenstein Status - Streaming Now on Netflix Guillermo del Toro's directorial is based on the 1818 novel by Mary Shelley, as the story follows the life of Frankenstein, an egotistical scientist whose experiment in creating new life results in dangerous consequences. The Gothic science fiction drama stars Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi as the Creature. Marty Supreme Status - Playing in theatres / expected to premiere on Prime Video later The sports comedy-drama stars Timothée Chalamet as table tennis player Marty Mauser (loosely based on Marty Reisman), and it follows his quest to become a world champion. It also stars Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A'zion, Kevin O'Leary, Tyler Okonma, Abel Ferrara, and Fran Drescher in supporting roles. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Hamnet Status - Playing in theatres / expected to premiere on Prime Video soon Oscar-winning director Chloé Zhao's film dramatises the family life of William Shakespeare and his wife Anne Hathaway as they cope with the death of their 11-year-old son Hamnet. It stars Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal as Agnes and William, alongside Emily Watson, Joe Alwyn, and Noah Jupe in supporting roles. F1 Movie Status - Streaming Now on Apple TV+, also available for rent on Prime Video The sports drama film starring Brad Pitt as Formula One (F1) racing driver Sonny Hayes, who returns after a 30-year absence to save his former teammate's underdog team, APXGP, from collapse. The film was directed by Joseph Kosinski from a screenplay by Ehren Kruger. Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, and Javier Bardem also star in supporting roles. Bugonia Status - Streaming Now on JioHotstar The remake of the 2003 South Korean film Save the Green Planet! by Jang Joon-hwan, the film follows two young men who kidnap a powerful CEO, suspecting that she is secretly an alien who wants to destroy Earth. A co-production of the United Kingdom, Ireland, South Korea, and the United States, the film stars Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, Aidan Delbis, Stavros Halkias, and Alicia Silverstone. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Secret Agent (TBA) The historical political thriller film, written and directed by Kleber Mendonça Filho, follows Armando (Wagner Moura), a former professor caught in the political turmoil in the midst of the Brazilian military dictatorship, attempting to flee persecution and resist an authoritarian regime. Train Dreams Status - Streaming Now on Netflix Set in early twentieth-century America, the film follows a quiet railroad worker navigating personal loss while witnessing sweeping industrial and social change reshape the world around him. It is based on the 2011 novella by Denis Johnson. Sentimental Value Status - Streaming Now on MUBI Directed by Joachim Trier, the film follows sisters Nora (Renate Reinsve) and Agnes (Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas) in their reunion with their estranged father Gustav (Stellan Skarsgård). It also stars Elle Fanning. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Stay tuned...

Ryan Gosling's Project Hail Mary Gets A New Release Date After Avoiding Clash With Dhurandhar 2
95 days ago
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Ryan Gosling's Project Hail Mary Gets A New Release Date After Avoiding Clash With Dhurandhar 2

Mumbai, March 6 - The upcoming sci-fi adventure Project Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling, has received a revised release date in India as the makers opted to avoid a direct box office clash with the much-anticipated Dhurandhar 2. The film was earlier expected to arrive in Indian theatres on March 20, 2026, a day after Dhurandhar 2 release. With the Indian action blockbuster expected to dominate screens during the festive period, the makers of Project Hail Mary have now shifted the film’s India release by nearly a week. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Sony Pictures' film will now release in India on March 26, 2026, and will be available in English, Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil, allowing it to reach a wider audience across the country. The decision is seen as a strategic move to ensure better screen availability and to avoid getting overshadowed by the massive anticipation surrounding Dhurandhar 2. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the film is based on Andy Weir's bestselling novel of the same name. The story follows a middle-school teacher who wakes up alone on a spaceship with no memory of how he got there, only to discover that he has been sent on a crucial mission to save Earth from an extinction-level threat. Ryan Gosling plays the role of Ryland Grace, the unlikely astronaut tasked with humanity's survival. Known for blending emotional storytelling with high-concept science fiction, the film is expected to deliver a large-scale cinematic experience. Stay tuned...

Avatar Fire and Ash Box Office: James Cameron's Blockbuster Nearing Its Finish Line At $1.5 Billion Worldwide
113 days ago
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Avatar Fire and Ash Box Office: James Cameron's Blockbuster Nearing Its Finish Line At $1.5 Billion Worldwide

Mumbai, February 16 - James Cameron has once again demonstrated his unmatched pull at the global box office with Avatar: Fire and Ash. The third instalment in the Avatar franchise is now close to wrapping up its theatrical run, with worldwide earnings topping $1.45 billion through the 9th weekend. From the outset, Fire and Ash enjoyed a superb run overseas, with international territories contributing the bulk of its massive total. Audiences outside North America turned out in huge numbers, even though it is nowhere near the previous films' box office. Across 53 markets, the sci-fi epic has grossed $1.06 billion. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) China continues to remain the number 1 overseas market with $170 million, followed by France with $109.50 million and Germany with $93 million. India is the 10th biggest international market for the film with $26 million (235+ crore gross) so far. Allied to $396 million in North America, Avatar 3 has topped $1.46 billion at the worldwide box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While the domestic box office was good rather than record-breaking, strong holds internationally ensured a steady climb toward the $1.5 billion milestone. In terms of franchise comparison, Avatar: Fire and Ash may fall short of the astronomical $2 billion-plus totals achieved by Avatar (2009) and Avatar: The Way of Water (2022). However, the film's final tally still places it among the highest-grossing films of all time, comfortably outperforming most contemporary Hollywood releases and reaffirming the enduring global appeal of the Avatar universe crafted by James Cameron. As the curtains begin to close on its theatrical run, Avatar: Fire and Ash stands as another major commercial success for Cameron and Disney. Stay tuned...

Priyanka Chopra To Star In Next James Bond Film?
117 days ago
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Priyanka Chopra To Star In Next James Bond Film?

Mumbai, February 12 - Priyanka Chopra is taking giant steps in her career. Having built a successful career both in Indian cinema and Hollywood, the actress might be in line to feature in the next James Bond film, which is in the early stages of development. Over the past few years, Amazon MGM Studio has solidified its relationship with the Indian star, collaborating with her on last year's action thriller Heads of State opposite John Cena and Idris Elba. An internal report of Amazon found that twice as much buzz as her co-stars based on volume, headlines and quoting intensity for Heads of State, which was a big hit on the platform. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Amazon MGM acquired the James Bond franchise a couple of years back, and the next Bond movie will be the first in the franchise to be made under Amazon. According to the report by Variety, the studio is so bullish on the Jamshedpur-born actress, so much so that rumours continue to swirl that she will land somewhere in Bond 26, the tech giant's first foray into the 007 franchise. While Priyanka didn't reveal anything, the actress acknowledged that the James Bond franchise could be truly global now with Amazon having storng distribution network worldwide, be it theatrical or streaming. The actress is curious to see which lane the studi pick for the widely popular franchise. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) At present, the next James Bond film is still in the early stages of development. With Daniel Craig having exited the role after No Time To Die, the makers are yet to officially announce the next actor to play 007, let alone the supporting cast. Casting decisions are being closely guarded by the studio, and no names have been confirmed so far. Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra Jonas returns to Indian cinema with possibly the biggest film of her career, director SS Rajamouli's Varanasi. The global action adventure, headed by Mahesh Babu and also starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, is currently in production for an April 7, 2027, release. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Stay tuned...

Next Fast and Furious Movie Is Titled Fast Forever; Locks Release Date
129 days ago
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Next Fast and Furious Movie Is Titled Fast Forever; Locks Release Date

Los Angeles, January 31 - The long-running Fast & Furious franchise has just been revived for possibly one last time. Universal Pictures and franchise star Vin Diesel announced that the next film in the franchise is titled Fast Forever and is scheduled to hit theatres on March 17, 2028. The announcement was shared by Diesel on social media, where he reflected on the emotional journey of the saga and its enduring legacy. Vin Diesel, who is also the producer of the franchise, shared the news about Fast Forver on Instagram, posting a photo of himself with the late Paul Walker from the original film, 2001's The Fast and the Furious. Diesel captioned the post, "No one said the road would be easy... but it's ours. One that has defined us and become our legacy... And a legacy... lasts forever". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Fast Forever marks nearly three decades of high-octane action since the original The Fast and the Furious debuted in 2001. The film follows Fast X (2023), which ended on an explosive note, and will continue to explore the world of Dominic Toretto and his crew. The post-credit scenes of Fast X teased the returns of Dwayne Johnson’s Hobbs and Gal Gadot's Gisele in the upcoming film, which will be directed by Louis Leterrier. Over the past 25 years, the Fast & Furious movies have grossed a total of $7.3 billion, making it Universal Pictures' most profitable and longest-running franchise. The high-octane blockbusters have also expanded into a multitude of other offerings, including an animated series and the spinoff film Hobbs & Shaw. Stay tuned...

Oscars 2026: Sinners Creates History With Highest Nominations Ever As Homebound Misses Out In International Category
138 days ago
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Oscars 2026: Sinners Creates History With Highest Nominations Ever As Homebound Misses Out In International Category

Mumbai, January 22 - The Oscars 2026 nominations delivered a historic moment as director Ryan Coogler's Sinners emerged as the most-nominated film ever, earning a record-breaking 16 nominations. Leonardo DiCaprio's One Battle After Another scored 13 nominations at this year's Oscars. Sinners, meanwhile, dominated the list with nods in all major categories, including Best Picture, Best Director, and multiple acting awards, instantly becoming the biggest frontrunner of this awards season. The movie is expected win in most of the nominated categories. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While Sinners celebrated its unprecedented achievement, director Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound failed to secure a final nomination in the Best International Feature Film category. The Dharma Productions' production was selected as India's official Oscars 2026 entry and even made it to the Academy's shortlist film but eventually missed out in final five. Homebound explores the experiences of two childhood friends portrayed by Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa after they attempt to pass the national police exam. It also features Janhvi Kapoor as Chandan's classmate. It was released theatrically in September last year. Stay tuned...

Avengers Doomsday Trailer/Teaser: Marvel Studios' Film Racks Up 1 Billion Views Worldwide Across Four Teasers
143 days ago
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Avengers Doomsday Trailer/Teaser: Marvel Studios' Film Racks Up 1 Billion Views Worldwide Across Four Teasers

Mumbai, January 17 - Marvel Studios has once again demonstrated the unmatched pull of the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the teasers for Avengers: Doomsday have racked up 1 billion views worldwide across digital platforms. According to the reports, the studio is happy with the extraordinary response without revealing anything about Doctor Doom, played by Robert Downey Jr. The 1 billion views milestone has been achieved through a series of four short teaser videos released over the past few weeks on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and X (formerly Twitter), underlining the enormous anticipation surrounding the next Avengers event film. The teasers focused on the return of some of the OG Marvel heroes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The teaser campaign has followed a unique rollout strategy, with the first glimpse of Avengers: Doomsday debuting exclusively in theatres before making its way online. Subsequent teasers spotlighting key corners of the MCU, including legacy Avengers, the X-Men, Wakanda and the Fantastic Four, further fueled fan excitement and drove massive engagement on social media. Crossing the 1 billion view mark so early in the marketing cycle is a strong indicator of renewed audience enthusiasm for the Avengers franchise, especially after a relatively quieter phase for the MCU at the box office. The response also highlights the power of nostalgia and crossover storytelling, with fans eager to see multiple Marvel teams converge on the big screen once again. Directed by Russo Brothers, Avengers: Doomsday is slated for a December 2026 release. The countdown has begun. #AvengersDoomsday pic.twitter.com/ISd8ed4bVn— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) January 16, 2026