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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Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran's 'Salaar 2' To Have A Crossover With Another Universe
764 days ago
Tollywood

Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran's 'Salaar 2' To Have A Crossover With Another Universe

Hyderabad, May 7 - Pan India superstar Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran's Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire was one of the highest-grossing Indian films of 2023 with over 600 crores at the worldwide box office.## Directed by Prashanth Neel, the ending of Salaar: Ceasfire confirmed its sequel which was officially titled Salaar: Part 2 – Shouryaanga Parvam. As the sequel is gearing up to kick-start production by May 2024 end, Prithviraj Sukumaran has provided a massive hint about the same. ## In a recent X/Twitter interaction, the Malayalam star stated that Salaar 2 would have a crossover with another universe. The actor was responding to an X user who wished to see more of Shiva Mannar (one of the characters played by Prithviraj in the film). ## "Of all the stories Prashanth has told me, Shiv Mannar's is probably the coolest. Has an unbelievable crossover with another universe as well", Sukumaran wrote. The news has taken the internet by storm and it will surely create more buzz as the word spreads. ## Of all the stories Prashanth has told me..Shiv Mannar’s is probably the coolest. Has an unbelievable cross over with another universe as well. 😊 https://t.co/edOXTaNsZx— Prithviraj Sukumaran (@PrithviOfficial) May 7, 2024 ## There is no real update on which universe Sukumaran is talking about. Before the release of the first part, there were many fan theories that the movie would have a crossover with Yash-fronted KGF films, also directed by Neel. However, neither the makers talked about it nor did the movie feature such a crossover. ## However, with Prithviraj Sukumaran confirming a crossover with another universe in the second part, it will surely bring those theories back into the game which is going to be exciting. Meanwhile, the shoot of Salaar will reportedly be starting by May end and the makers are targeting a late 2025 release. ## Stay tuned...

SS Rajamouli's Epic Blockbuster 'RRR' To Re-Release In Telugu and Hindi On May 10
765 days ago
Tollywood

SS Rajamouli's Epic Blockbuster 'RRR' To Re-Release In Telugu and Hindi On May 10

Mumbai, May 6 - SS Rajamouli's epic blockbuster RRR is coming to the big screens again to rescue theatres amid the absence of notable new releases. Starring Jr. NTR, and Ram Charan, RRR is produced by DVV Entertainment. ## On Monday (May 6), Pen Movies which distributed the film in Hindi, announced that RRR will be re-released on May 10, 2024. It will be re-released in the original Telugu language along with the dubbed Hindi version. ## RRR was originally released in March 2022 and was one of the highest-grossing Indian films at the worldwide box office with over 1200 crores gross. In India, the period action drama grossed over 900 crores and over 300 crores at the overseas box office. ## The film also stars Alia Bhatt and Ajay Devgn along with British actors Olivia Morris, Ray Stevenson, Alison Doody, Shriya Saran, and Samuthirakani in key roles. ## 👯‍♂️👯‍♂️👯‍♂️Yes, you guessed it right! 🤩🥳We can’t contain our excitement because #rrr phir se theatres mein aa raha hain on 10th May 🔥🌊@ssrajamouli @jrntr @alwaysramcharan @ajaydevgn @aliaabhatt @jayantilalgada #RRR #InCinemas #10May pic.twitter.com/Bt8jWCfHBF— Pen Movies (@PenMovies) May 6, 2024 ## Stay tuned...

Prabhas' 'Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire' Sets Release Date In Japan
769 days ago
Tollywood

Prabhas' 'Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire' Sets Release Date In Japan

Hyderabad, May 1 - Superstar Prabhas' action drama film Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire is set to pack a punch at the Japanese theatres this July. Directed by Prashanth Neel, the movie has been confirmed to release in Japan on July 5 in the dubbed version. ## Salaar: Ceasefire will be released by distribution company Twin in the island country. The company unveiled the official Japanese poster and and special promo teaser. It will be Prashanth Neel's third film, after the KGF franchise, to be released in the country. ## 特報 Vol.2️⃣ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄特報動画、解禁🔥/新たな伝説が今、幕を開ける\#プラバース ✕ #KGF 監督 の最強タッグ映画『サラール』7.5(Fri)公開🔥#サラール🪓#Salaar🪓 pic.twitter.com/pDoA1D81E1— 【公式】映画『サラール』 (@salaar_jp) May 2, 2024 ## Produced by Hombale Films, Salaar: Ceasefire was originally released in December last year and it went on to gross over 600 crores at the worldwide box office. It was one of the highest-grossing Indian films of the year and is currently the third highest for Prabhas after Baahubali films. ## Also starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Shruti Haasan, the second part of the movie is due to start filming later this month and is likely to be released in December 2025. ## Stay tuned...

Naga Chaitanya's 'Thandel' Post-Theatrical Digital Rights Sold To Netflix For Record 40 Crore
772 days ago
Tollywood

Naga Chaitanya's 'Thandel' Post-Theatrical Digital Rights Sold To Netflix For Record 40 Crore

Hyderabad, April 29 - Telugu actor Naga Chaitanya reunited with director Chandoo Mondeti for a rustic love story action thriller Thandel which is scheduled to release theatrically later this year. The movie has Sai Pallavi as the female lead, reuniting with Chaitanya after Love Story (2021). ## Thandel is touted to be the best film of Naga Chaitanya and hence, not only in trade, the movie is in hot demand in digital and satellite. Recently, it was announced that Netflix acquired the post-theatrical streaming rights of the movie and now, according to the latest Telugu media reports, the streamer has paid a whopping 40 crores for the same. ## The 40 crores deal with Netflix is the highest-ever digital deal for a Naga Chaitanya film which shows the anticipation for the movie among the audiences. It is not yet clear how long the theatrical window will be but Netflix usually pay higher prices for a short window (4 weeks). ## Thandel is produced by GA2 Pictures in association with Geetha Arts. Devi Sri Prasad scores the music for the movie which is said to be the biggest budgeted one for Chaitanya. The movie will be released in multiple languages, including Hindi, in the second half of 2024. ## Stay tuned...

SS Rajamouli's Epic Blockbuster 'Baahubali 2 The Conclusion' Final Worldwide Box Office Collection and Records
773 days ago
Tollywood

SS Rajamouli's Epic Blockbuster 'Baahubali 2 The Conclusion' Final Worldwide Box Office Collection and Records

Hyderabad, April 28 - Maverick filmmaker SS Rajamouli's period action drama Baahubali 2 The Conclusion has completed 7 years since its release in 2017. It was a historical blockbuster which broke the language barrier and went to every corner of the country. ## Baahubali 2 gave birth to the Pan India term which has turned into a phenomenon and become a primary focus of the filmmakers. It was the film that gave Prabhas and SS Rajamouli nationwide fame, and both now hold massive fan followings across the country. ## Produced by Arka Media Works, Baahubali 2 is the biggest Pan India blockbuster which not only hit the bull's eye in Telugu but also in other languages. Despite originally being made in Telugu language, it became the first film ever to reach 500 crores net collection in Hindi at a time when ticket prices were relatively low and tax rates were higher on movies. ## It has been 7 years and despite the success at the Pan India level, no other film could even come close to Baahubali 2's domestic box office records which says a lot about the rage it created at the time of its release. ## Here is the final box office breakdown of Baahubali 2 The Conclusion## India Net Collection - 1030.40 Cr. Approx.## India Gross Collection - 1416.90 Cr.## Overseas Collection - 371.15 Cr. (estimated)## Worldwide Collection - 1788.00 Cr.## Footfalls/Admissions - 10+ crores in all languages (5.25 crores in Hindi)## Box Office Verdict - All-Time Blockbuster## During its box office run, Baabubali 2 not only became a box office phenomenon but also broke several records and some of them it still holds. Have a look at some of the rare box office milestones it achieved - ## - Highest-grossing Indian film domestically.## - First and only film to cross 1000 crores net collection.## - First and only the second film to cross 1000 crores gross in India.## - Biggest Indian blockbuster of the 21st century in terms of footfalls.## - Biggest film in Telugu in terms of footfalls.## - Biggest film in Hindi of the 21st century in terms of footfalls.## - Highest-grossing film for Prabhas, SS Rajamouli and the rest of the cast.## - Second-highest-grossing Indian film of all-time at the worldwide box office.## Stay tuned...

Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2 - The Rule' First Song 'Pushpa Pushpa' To Be Released On May 1st
777 days ago
Tollywood

Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2 - The Rule' First Song 'Pushpa Pushpa' To Be Released On May 1st

Hyderabad, April 24 - Mythri Movie Makers released the promo of the first song Pushpa Pushpa from the highly-awaited action drama film Pushpa 2 - The Rule starring Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil in the prominent roles. ## The title song Pushpa Pushpa is composed by Devi Sri Prasad (DSP) and the makers revealed that the full song will be unveiled on May 1st at 11:07 PM. The teaser of the film was recently released which got a positive reception and the same is expected from the first song. ## One chant will resonate all over 💥#PushpaPushpa Lyrical Promo out now ❤️‍🔥🎶 #Pushpa2FirstSingle firing on May 1st at 11.07 AM 🔥- https://t.co/z64ndUcu4DA Rockstar @ThisIsDSP Musical 🎵Grand release worldwide on 15th AUG 2024 💥💥Icon Star @alluarjun @iamRashmika… pic.twitter.com/5wKXOs5ZRG— Mythri Movie Makers (@MythriOfficial) April 24, 2024 ## Pushpa 2 is directed by Sukumar and produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings. It is the second part of Pushpa - The Rise which was released in 2021 and became a box office success with over 350 crores at the worldwide box office. ## Also starring Dhanunjay, Rao Ramesh, Sunil, Anasuya Bharadwaj, and Ajay Ghosh in key roles, Pushpa 2 is scheduled to release on August 15, 2024, in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, and Tamil languages. It will be released by AA Films in North India. ## Stay tuned...

Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2 - The Rule' Digital Rights Sold To Netflix For All-Time Record Amount
783 days ago
Tollywood

Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2 - The Rule' Digital Rights Sold To Netflix For All-Time Record Amount

Hyderabad, April 18 - Telugu superstar Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 - The Rule has already turned into a massive profitable venture even before its release as the makers are fetching unheard theatrical and non-theatrical deals for this action drama. ## Recently, it was revealed that the Hindi theatrical rights of the film have been sold at a huge 200 crores in advance to AA Films. Earlier, Netflix had announced digital rights to the movie, now, according to the latest report by Pinkvilla, the streamer has paid a bombastic amount for the same. ## It is said that Pushpa 2's digital rights sold to Netflix for an earth-shattering base price of Rs 250 crore, which can extend to Rs 300 crore for all languages. It is an all-time record streaming deal for all languages, surpassing the previous best, SS Rajamouli's RRR (170 crores) by a margin of approx. Rs 100 crore. ## The streaming deal of Pushpa 2 with Netflix is variable and is based on the box office performance. While the base price is 250 crores, it can be extended to 300 crores depending on how the film performs at the box office. ## Directed by Sukumar, and produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings, Pushpa 2 stars Allu Arjun in the title role alongside Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, among others in key roles. It is the second part of 2021's Pushpa - The Rise and is scheduled to be released on August 15, 2024, in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, and Tamil. ## Stay tuned...

Ram Charan and Shankar's 'Game Changer' Hindi Rights Sold For 75 Crore
783 days ago
Tollywood

Ram Charan and Shankar's 'Game Changer' Hindi Rights Sold For 75 Crore

Hyderabad, April 18 - Telugu superstar Ram Charan is gearing up for his release in the form of Game Changer since SS Rajamouli's mega-blockbuster RRR. The movie is directed by Shankar and this marks his maiden collaboration with Charan which is making waves in the trade. ## Produced by Dil Raju, Game Changer has been in production for the last couple of years and it is finally getting ready to release around Diwali this year. The makers are in the process of locking theatrical deals across languages and the same has been done for North India rights. ## It is known to everyone that Anil Thadani's AA Films has acquired theatrical rights to 4 South Indian movies, including Game Changer. Now, according to the latest report by Pinkvilla, the North India distribution rights of the movie have been acquired by Anil Thadani on an advance basis for Rs 75 crore. ## As reported earlier, Thadani is expecting the 4 films (Kalki 2898 AD, Pushpa 2, Devara, and Game Changer) to create history at the box office, especially in Hindi and has gone all out to acquire their theatrical rights to cash in the opportunity. He has paid over 400 crores in advance for these 4 films for North India distribution, showing his full faith in them. ## Among the aforementioned four films, Game Changer, which also stars Kiara Advani as the female lead, will be the last to release. ## Stay tuned...

Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2 - The Rule' Scores Record Theatrical Business In Hindi
784 days ago
Tollywood

Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2 - The Rule' Scores Record Theatrical Business In Hindi

Hyderabad, April 17 - Telugu superstar Allu Arjun's highly-awaited action drama Pushpa 2 - The Rule is set to unleash at the Pan India box office on August 15, 2024. The movie is a sequel to AA's Pan India success, Pushpa - The Rise, directed by Sukumar. ## Pushpa - The Rise was a huge success in the dubbed Hindi version, scoring over 100 crores net collection and now, there is tremendous hype for the second part as trade's expectations have done multifold regarding its Hindi box office. ## It was recently revealed that Anil Thadani's AA Films has acquired the North India theatrical rights of the sequel at a record price. According to a report by Pinkvilla, the North India theatrical rights of Pushpa 2 have been acquired by Anil Thadani on an advance basis for an earth-shattering sum of Rs 200 crore. ## This is said to be the biggest-ever theatrical deal in North India, even topping the pre-pandemic world biz too. The ever-rising popularity of Allu Arjun and the brand value of the franchise are the main reasons behind this massive deal. ## Pushpa 2 is directed by Sukumar, and produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings. The movie stars Allu Arjun in the title role alongside Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, among others. It will be released on August 15, in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, and Tamil languages. ## Stay tuned...

Jr. NTR's Much-Awaited 'Devara: Part 1' Gets Huge 170+ Crore Deal For Telugu States And North India Theatrical Rights: Report
784 days ago
Tollywood

Jr. NTR's Much-Awaited 'Devara: Part 1' Gets Huge 170+ Crore Deal For Telugu States And North India Theatrical Rights: Report

Hyderabad, April 17 - Telugu superstar Jr. NTR's action drama film Devara: Part 1 is super hot in the trade. Directed by Koratala Siva, the movie is anticipated to be a big money spinner for the makers, hence, the makers are attempting to lock in the best theatrical deals for the same. ## It was recently revealed Anil Thadani's AA Films and Karan Johar's Dharma Productions have grabbed the North India theatrical distribution rights of the film for a handsome 50 crores. According to the latest Telugu media reports, the makers are also in the process of locking a deal for Telugu states (Andhra Pradesh and Telangana). ## It is said that Suryadevara Naga Vamsi's Sithara Entertainment is the frontrunner to acquire AP/TG theatrical rights and has offered 120+ crores for the same. Some reports have claimed the deal has been locked and the official announcement is around the corner. ## Devara will be released in two parts with the first part scheduled to be released on October 10, 2024, in multiple Indian languages. It stars Jr. NTR in the titular role, alongside Saif Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Prakash Raj, Srikanth, Shine Tom Chacko, and Narain in key roles. ## Stay tuned...

Prabhas' 'Kalki 2898 AD' Hindi Rights Sold For Huge Price
784 days ago
Tollywood

Prabhas' 'Kalki 2898 AD' Hindi Rights Sold For Huge Price

Mumbai, April 17 - Anil Thadani's AA Films is set for theatrical distribution domination with 4 massively-awaited Pan India movies in the Hindi market. The studio has had huge success in the past with the Hindi release of South Indian films and Anil Thadani is confident that the upcoming films will also create history at the box office. ## Among the upcoming Pan India movies, superstar Prabhas-fronted Kalki 2898 AD is making waves and Thadani's AA Films has paid a huge price to Vyjayanthi Movies to acquire its theatrical distribution rights to release the movie in Hindi.## According to a report by Pinkvilla, "Anil Thadani has paid an advance of Rs 100 crore to acquire the North India Distribution rights of Kalki. Like always, he will be going all out to give this epic superhero saga a wide release in the North Indian markets and has already initiated conversations with cinema owners to block the screens".## Kalki 2898 AD is directed by Nag Ashwin and produced by C. Aswani Dutt under the banner of Vyjayanthi Movies. The sci-fi epic stars Prabhas in the lead role alongside Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, Disha Patani and others in prominent roles. ## The movie was supposed to be released on May 9, but reports say it has been postponed to May 31st or mid-June due to the general elections around this date in Telugu states. The official announcement regarding the new date will be made shortly. ## Stay tuned...

Anil Thadani's AA Films Acquires Hindi Theatrical Rights of Kalki 2898 AD, Devara Part 1, Pushpa 2, And Game Changer
785 days ago
Tollywood

Anil Thadani's AA Films Acquires Hindi Theatrical Rights of Kalki 2898 AD, Devara Part 1, Pushpa 2, And Game Changer

Mumbai, April 16 - Anil Thandai's AA Films locks a stellar theatrical distribution lineup for 4 of the most-awaited Pan India films of 2024. The studio recently announced its partnership with Karan Johar's Dharma Production to grab Hindi rights of director Koratala Siva and Jr. NTR's action drama Devara: Part 1, and now, the lineup gets bigger with blockbuster additions. ## One of the most celebrated distribution studios for backing films Baahubali, KGF, and Kantara in the dubbed Hindi version, AA Films is set for further domination as it has acquired Hindi theatrical distribution rights of Prabhas-fronted Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin, Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 - The Rule, directed by Sukumar, and Ram Charan's Game Changer, helmed by Shankar. ## Anil Thadani expects the four aforementioned upcoming films to create history at the box office as he told Variety, "Backed by massive budgets, they’re tailor-made for the big screen experience, starring superstars and helmed by the industry's most celebrated directors and producers. Each film has the potential to break new ground with its scale and ambition, offering something truly unique for audiences. With the potential for record-breaking box office success, these cinematic spectacles promise to be milestones in Indian filmmaking". ## Over the last few years, South-language Pan-Indian films have dominated the Hindi market and the same is expected from the upcoming films. Prabhas' Kalki will be the first to release as the makers are eyeing to bring it on May 31st or mid-June, followed by Pushpa 2 on August 15, Devara on October 5, and Game Changer around Diwali this year. ## Stay tuned...