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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Rakshit Shetty's '777 Charlie' Scores A Blockbuster Opening Weekend
1503 days ago
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Rakshit Shetty's '777 Charlie' Scores A Blockbuster Opening Weekend

Bengaluru, June 12 - The bonding between a man and a dog is being loved by the Kannada movie-loving audiences as Rakshit Shetty's adventure comedy-drama film "777 Charlie" is turning out to be one of the biggest box office success stories of the year. ## Directed by Kiranraj K, "777 Charlie" make the most of the limited release it has had at the domestic box office on the opening weekend. The film scored 23.50 crores net on the opening weekend, including an estimated 9.50 crores on Sunday. The worldwide collection has crossed the 30 crores mark in just 3 days. ## The film is proving to be a money-spinner in the home state, Karnataka, which was expected. The opening weekend gross collection is approx. 24 crores, 3rd highest for a Kannada movie in 2022. Excluding monster blockbuster "KGF Chapter 2", the Rakshit Shetty-starrer might become the highest-grossing Kannada movie of 2022. ## The film follows the journey and bonding between a lonely factory worker and a Labrador Retriever. Dharma (Rakshit) is a loner, who doesn't socialize with people, and spends his time by working in a factory. Charlie, a small Labrador dog makes a complete changeover in Dharma's life. In the companionship of the little Charlie, Dharma finds his purpose in life and develops himself into a better human. ## Produced by Rakshit Shetty, and G. S. Gupta, the movie is winning the hearts of the audiences with its heartwarming emotional storyline. It also stars Sangeetha Sringeri, Raj B. Shetty, Danish Sait, and Bobby Simha, among others in key roles. ## Stay tuned...

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Pooja Hegde To Be Paired With Superstar Yash In 'Yash 19'?
1506 days ago
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Pooja Hegde To Be Paired With Superstar Yash In 'Yash 19'?

Bengaluru, June 10 - Superstar Yash may not have announced his next film after creating magic at the box office with "KGF Chapter 2", but the buzz around his next film is picking up with each passing day. ## There have been a lot of rumors about Yash's upcoming movie. While there hasn't been anything official yet, it is said that the "Gajakesari" actor will collaborate with director Narthan, who previously directed the Kannada movie "Mufti". ## Now, as per the latest reports, Pan India actress Pooja Hegde is in consideration to play the female lead opposite Yash in Yash 19. The makers have reportedly initiated talks with Pooja and she also is said to be excited about the collaboration but she is yet to sign the dotted line.## Pooja Hegde, on the other side, has been busy with multiple films across different languages. She is currently shooting for Salman Khan-fronted "Kabhi Eid Kabhi Diwali" along with Pan India movie "Jana Gana Mana", in which she has paired opposite Vijay Deverakonda. She also has Rohit Shetty's "Cirkus" ready to release. ## Meanwhile, Pooja also has Mahesh Babu's upcoming film with director Trivikram. The actress is dealing with date issues for the movie but she is still the part of the movie and hasn't opted out from this mega-budget film.## Stay tuned...

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KGF Chapter 2 To Stream On Amazon Prime Video For All Subscribers From June 3rd
1516 days ago
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KGF Chapter 2 To Stream On Amazon Prime Video For All Subscribers From June 3rd

Bengaluru, May 31 - Amazon Prime Video will stream the mega box office blockbuster Yash-fronted KGF Chapter 2 from June 3rd for all the subscribers. The movie will stream on Prime Video in 5 languages for no extra cost. It was recently made available on the streamer on the PPV (Pay-Per-View) model. ## Directed by Prashanth Neel, KGF Chapter 2, was released in theaters on April 14 and went on to gross over 1200 crores worldwide. K.G.F: Chapter 2 follows Rocky whose name now strikes fear in the blood-soaked Kolar Gold Fields. While his allies look up to him, the government sees him as a threat to law and order. ## Rocky must battle threats from all sides for unchallenged supremacy. He is a hero and a savior to the people of Narachi. While trying to fulfill his promise to his mother, he must face many obstacles in the form of Adheera, Inayat Khalil, and Ramika Sen.## Join Rocky on his journey to rule the world!! 🔥#KGF2onPrime, streaming from June 3 pic.twitter.com/m2dAaqxomE— amazon prime video IN (@PrimeVideoIN) May 31, 2022 ## Produced by Hombale Films, KGF 2 also stars Srinidhi Shetty, Sanjay Dutt, Raveena Tandon, and Prakash Raj, among others in prominent roles. It is the 3rd highest-grossing Indian film of all time at the worldwide box office. ## Stay tuned...

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Ravi Basrur's BGM For KGF Chapter 2 Lit Up IPL 2022 Final
1516 days ago
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Ravi Basrur's BGM For KGF Chapter 2 Lit Up IPL 2022 Final

Ahemdabad, May 31 - Superstar Yash-fronted KGF Chapter 2 has become one of the biggest highlights of the year in the Indian entertainment sector. The movie is being loved all across the country as people are liking Yash's performance as Rocky Bhai, Prashanth Neel's direction, and his take on the larger-than-life cinema. ## Along with the aforementioned aspects, the music of KGF 2 by Ravi Basrur is equally getting attention, in fact, the BGM of the film has become a talk of the town. It is the magic of Basrur's music that reached the biggest cricket event in the world, the Indian Premier League 2022 at the biggest cricket stadium, Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium, Ahemadabad, Gujrat. ## The final of IPL 2022 was played on May 29 in the Narendra Modi stadium. This year, the closing ceremony of the tournament was also held after not being held for a couple of years due to the covid-19 pandemic. The music of KGF 2 was one of the highlights of the ceremony. Even after the first innings, KGF 2's music was being played in the stadium which gave ultimate chills to the spectators. ## The feeling of absolute thrill, Goosebumps and massive entertainment.Only one winner - Indian Cinema!#KGFChapter2 @RaviBasrur #KGFChapter2BGM 🎵🎶 pic.twitter.com/Cl8nxg6nk5— #KGFChapter2 - Box Office Monster 🔥 (@KGFTheFilm) May 31, 2022 ## While this is not the first time that the music of a film is celebrated at a sports event. However, the acknowledgment of Ravi Basrur is getting for KGF 2's theme is something new in Indian cinema. He has suddenly become an overnight sensation. He is also scoring the music for KGF makers' upcoming movie, Salaar, fronted by Prabhas. It is easily one of the most-waited Pan-India movies and the people are eager to know what Basrur will bring to the table.## Stay tuned...

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KGF Chapter 2 Creates All-Time New Record On Book My Show For Most Tickets Sold
1520 days ago
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KGF Chapter 2 Creates All-Time New Record On Book My Show For Most Tickets Sold

Mumbai, May 27 - Director Prashanth Neel's KGF: Chapter 2 has been a monster hit at the box office not just domestically but also in overseas markets. The Yash-starrer movie has collected approx. 1200 crores worldwide and is now only the 3rd Indian movie to reach there. ## The movie has also brought joy to the ticketing website BookMyShow as it has created an all-time record on the platform. BMS has sold over 17.1 million tickets for KGF 2, which is the highest ever on this platform. The previous record belonged to SS Rajamouli's epic blockbuster Baahubali 2 The Conclusion, which sold 17 million tickets on BMS.## #KGFChapter2 creates an All-time new record for the Most no. of tickets sold on @bookmyshow 17.1 Million Tickets.. Previous record holder was #Baabubali2— Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) May 27, 2022 ## Produced by Hombale Films, KGF 2 follows the assassin Rocky (Yash), who after establishing himself as the kingpin of the Kolar Gold Fields, must retain his supremacy over adversaries and government officials, while also coming to terms with his past. ## Apart from Yash, the movie also stars Sanjay Dutt, Raveena Tandon, Srinidhi Shetty, and Prakash Raj, among others in key roles. While the movie is still playing in limited theaters, it is also available to stream on Amazon Prime Video via PVOD or Pay-Per-View for all versions including Hindi. ## Stay tuned...

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KGF Chapter 2's Glorious Box Office Run In Hindi Nearing Its End
1520 days ago
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KGF Chapter 2's Glorious Box Office Run In Hindi Nearing Its End

Mumbai, May 27 - Director Prashanth Neel's KGF: Chapter 2 has had a glorious run at the Hindi box office. The Yash-starrer period action drama film has performed way better than the expectations which were already high.## KGF 2 has completed six blockbuster weeks at the box office and its run is finally coming to an end. In its box office run so far, the movie faced stiff competition from Bollywood biggies but emerged top performer every time to score a whopping Rs. 433.74 crores, including Rs. 2.79 crores in the 6th week. ## Produced by Hombale Films, KGF 2 will be wrapped up with a little under/over Rs. 435 crores net, as the second biggest grosser ever in Hindi languages, behind only SS Rajamouli's epic blockbuster Baahubali 2 The Conclusion, which had scored Rs. 510.99 crores in 2017. At the worldwide box office, KGF 2 is the 3rd highest-grossing Indian movie with approx. 1200 crores gross.## Amazon Prime Video, which is the official streaming partner of the movie, has already started premiering the movie via PVOD or Pay-Per-View for all versions including Hindi. Also the new releases in the form of "Anek" and "Top Gun: Maverick" along with the already strong "Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2", means KGF 2 is all done and dusted at the box office. ## The movie follows the assassin Rocky (Yash), who after establishing himself as the kingpin of the Kolar Gold Fields, must retain his supremacy over adversaries and government officials, while also coming to terms with his past. It also stars Sanjay Dutt, Raveena Tandon, Srinidhi Shetty, and Prakash Raj, among others in key roles. ## Stay tuned...

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Yash Can't Do Any Smaller Movies In Future: KGF Producer Vijay Kiragandur
1522 days ago
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Yash Can't Do Any Smaller Movies In Future: KGF Producer Vijay Kiragandur

Bengaluru, May 25 - The growing list of the Pan-Indian star has a new name in it and that is Rocking Star Yash. Already a huge name in the Kannada film industry, Yash has proved himself as a 'watch me out' to the Indian audiences after bringing back the golden era of Indian cinema with the KGF franchise. ## It is quite obvious for Yash to now do larger-than-life movies with global reach. KGF producer Vijay Kiragandur of Hombale Films also thinks the same as he believes that the 36-year-old actor should now do only Pan-Indian movies. ## During a recent interview with Bollywood Hungama, Vijay Kiragandur was talking about the success of KGF Chapter 2 and its lead hero Yash, who has gained immense popularity with the role of Rocky he played in the movie. Lauding the actor, the producer said, "Now, he's the big Indian star, not just a Kannada star or Southern star. With KGF: Chapter 2, he has become an Indian star".## "The way he carried out the mannerisms in the movie, he gained a lot of fan base across the world. He's going to do only pan-Indian movies from now on. He has reached that level. So he can't do any smaller movies in the future (smiles). He has set huge targets and he has to beat his own targets now", he added. ## What the producer has said about Yash is now a reality. While KGF movies have had excellent box office success in Hindi, Yash's previous Kannada films are also hit on satellite among the Hindi audiences, so the fan base is already there for him. Yash hasn't announced his next film yet but there are speculations that the official announcement about his next film might come on June 3rd.## Stay tuned...

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Hombale Films Produced Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara' To Have A Pan-India Release; Producer Hints
1522 days ago
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Hombale Films Produced Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara' To Have A Pan-India Release; Producer Hints

Bengaluru, May 25 - The biggest Kannada production and the powerful force behind the KGF franchise, Hombale Films is aiming to deliver 1 Pan-India film every year. The studio, headed by Vijay Kiragandur, has so far released two Pan-India films in the form of KGF movies, and the result is there for anyone to see. ## Hombale Films currently has 14 films under pipeline and a few of them will have Pan-India releases. Rishab Shetty's action thriller, Kantara, which was announced last year, might have a multilingual release. The film deals with the human vs nature conflict but with a twist of fantasy. ## Producer Vijay Kiragandur, who has produced this film under Homable Films, said in a recent interview with Bollywood Hungama that they are contemplating releasing Kantara in multiple languages, including Hindi. "We'll decide on May 25. That's when we'll see the first cut. It looks pretty good to have a multilingual role, but the final decision will be taken once we see the film", he said. ## Apart from playing the lead role, Rishab Shetty has himself directed the movie from his own script. It also stars Kishore, Achuth Kumar, Sapthami Gowda, and Pramod Shetty, among others in prominent roles. The teaser of the film was released in April this year which got excellent responses all around. ## Apart from the aforementioned films, Hombale Films has one of the highly-anticipated Pan-India films in its kitty in the form of Salaar, starring superstar Prabhas in the title role. Directed by KGF fame Prashanth Neel, the movie will be released in the second quarter of 2023. The studio also has KGF Chapter 3, which was announced with Chapter 2. ## Stay tuned...

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Producer Vijay Kiragandur And Team Aim Big With Prabhas-Fronted 'Salaar'
1522 days ago
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Producer Vijay Kiragandur And Team Aim Big With Prabhas-Fronted 'Salaar'

Hyderabad, May 24 - The Bengaluru-based production house, Hombale Films is a powerful force behind some of the biggest Indian titles. After delivering all-time Pan-India blockbusters in the form of KGF films, the studio is now tightening its grip on another Pan-India biggie, "Salaar" starring superstar Prabhas. ## The success of "KGF Chapter 2" has tempted the makers to aim big with "Salaar" and as expected, they are working towards making this Prashanth Neel-directed movie the biggest in Indian cinema. Around 30 percent of the film has already been shot and the rest of the shoot will be completed by the end of this year before the movie gets ready for the Summer 2023 release. ## During the recent interview with Pinkvilla, producer Vijay Kiragandur of Hombale Films said that they are putting their best efforts to achieve big with the upcoming film. "We have set the bar very high for Salaar. On one hand, we have Prabhas, who is the hero of India's number one movie (Bahubali 2) and on the other hand, we have Prashanth Neel and Hombale, who made the second-biggest film in India (KGF 2)".## "This is a deadly combination and it's going to be a big challenge. The combination has created the buzz and now, since we have set the bar so high, we will try our best to reach the target. We will achieve something big with Salaar", he said. ## The shooting of the film has already resumed. It stars Prabhas as the titular character alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran, Shruti Haasan, Jagapathi Babu, Easwari Rao, and Madhu Guruswamy, among others in prominent roles. Meanwhile, the teaser of "Salaar", which was expected to be released in May last week, will now release at a later date. ## Stay tuned...

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PVR Pictures Ties Up With 'Vikrant Rona' Makers To Distribute Hindi Version
1527 days ago
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PVR Pictures Ties Up With 'Vikrant Rona' Makers To Distribute Hindi Version

Mumbai, May 20 - One of the most exciting Pan Indian films, "Vikrant Rona" starring Kichcha Sudeepa, is getting bigger and bigger with each passing day. The makers of this action-adventure film recently joined hands with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan to present the Hindi version. ## The makers have now tied up with one of the biggest multiplex chains in India, PVR Pictures to distribute the Hindi version of the film. PVR Pictures is the flagship film production and distribution arm of the prestigious PVR Group, India.## Kichcha Sudeepa took to Twitter and announced PVR Pictures on board as a Hindi distributor. "When good intentions and efforts meet great strengths. Welcome on board @PicturesPVR", he wrote.## When good intentions and efforts meet great strengths.Welcome on board @PicturesPVR ..🥂🤜🏽🤛🏽#VikrantRona pic.twitter.com/73scF8xYzG— Kichcha Sudeepa (@KicchaSudeep) May 20, 2022 ## "Vikrant Rona" is the most-ambitious upcoming Kannada-language film, directed by Anup Bhandari. Produced by Kiccha Creations, Shalini Arts, and Invenio Films India in association with Zee Studios, the film stars Sudeep in the titular role alongside Nirup Bhandari, debutante Neetha Ashok, and Jacqueline Fernandez. ## The movie is scheduled to release on 28 July 2022 in six languages including Kannada, English, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi with a 3D version. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: KGF Chapter 2 (Hindi) Scored Excellent 5th Week
1527 days ago
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Box Office: KGF Chapter 2 (Hindi) Scored Excellent 5th Week

Mumbai, May 20 - Prashanth Neel and Yash's "KGF Chapter 2" is in its own league at the box office and continuing to invite footfalls. The Hindi version of the movie is having a wild run as it has crossed Rs. 430 crores net and still showing no sign of slowing down. ## "KGF Chapter 2" has been completed 5 weeks and it is only the 4th movie ever to score 10+ crore net in five consecutive weeks in Hindi. It scored 10.25 crores net in its 5th week, which is the 4th biggest ever. Vicky Kaushal's "URI The Surgical Strike" is the highest scoring Hindi film in the fifth week with Rs. 18.74 crores. ## Bollywood/Hindi Highest 5th Week Collection Movies## 1. URI The Surgical Strike - 18.74 Cr## 2. Baahubali 2 The Conclusion - 11.78 Cr## 3. Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior - 10.41 Cr## 4. KGF: Chapter 2 - 10.25 Cr## 5. 3 Idiots - 9.60 Cr## "KGF Chapter 2" has faced more challenges than any other film in its box office run in Hindi. The movie had to compete with new Bollywood films every week and each time and still, it managed not only to sail through but also overtake them. Its box office run might be coming to an end as Kartik Aaryan's "Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2" is likely to take most of the screens along with Kangana Ranaut's "Dhaakad". "KGF 2" is also made available to rent online on Amazon Prime Video for Rs. 199. ## Meanwhile, "KGF 2" is nearing Rs. 1200 crores worldwide and is likely to get there in its 6th week itself. So far, it has managed to gross a whopping 1187 crores worldwide, including approx. 200 crores at the overseas box office. ## Stay tuned...

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KGF Makers Officially Launched Srii Murali's 'Bagheera'
1527 days ago
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KGF Makers Officially Launched Srii Murali's 'Bagheera'

Bengaluru, May 20 - Hombale Films is on a roll and ready to start their new film, titled "Bagheera". After the blockbuster box office success of "KGF Chapter 2", the studio officially launched their next movie with Muhurtha shot on May 20, Friday. ## The movie was announced way back in 2020 with the first look poster, featuring Srii Murli as a Cop. The script of "Bagheera" is written by Prashanth Neel while it will be directed by Dr. Suri. The movie marks the second collaboration between Neel and Srii Murli, after 2014's flick Ugramm. It was directed by Neel and this time, he is working as the writer. ## 'ಬಘೀರಾ' ಪಯಣ ಇಂದಿನಿಂದ ಶುರು.ರೋರಿಂಗ್ ಸ್ಟಾರ್ @SRIMURALIII ಅವರಿಗೆ, ಡಾ.ಸೂರಿ ಅವರ ನಿರ್ದೇಶನದಲ್ಲಿ, @prashanth_neel ಅವರ ಚಿತ್ರಕತೆಯೊಂದಿಗೆ ಇದು ಮೂಡಿಬರಲಿದೆ. ತಾರಾಬಳಗಕ್ಕೆ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಆಶೀರ್ವಾದವಿರಲಿ.It's Muhurtha Day for our #Bagheera. Best wishes to ROAR Higher!#DrSuri @VKiragandur @bagheerathefilm pic.twitter.com/75copbSrGj— Hombale Films (@hombalefilms) May 20, 2022 ## Hombale Films is working on multiple projects currently. Prashanth Neel is directing the highly-anticipated Pan India biggie, "Salaar" starring Prabhas under the banner of Hombale Films. The studio recently announced that "Soorarai Pottru" director Sudha Kongara is on board to direct one of its next films based on a true story. ## Apart from the aforementioned films, Vijay Kiragandur-headed studio is also launching late Puneeth Rajkumar's nephew Yuva Rajkumar in another untitled movie which will be directed by Santhosh Anandram of Raajkumara Fame. It also has Kantara and Raghavendra under development. ## Stay tuned...

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