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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VT13: Manushi Chhillar Joins Varun Tej In Hindi-Telugu Bilingual Movie
1195 days ago
Tollywood

VT13: Manushi Chhillar Joins Varun Tej In Hindi-Telugu Bilingual Movie

Mumbai, March 3 - Former Miss World and actress Manushi Chhillar has joined the cast of Telugu actor Varun Tej-fronted aerial action drama film, tentatively titled "VT 13" based on the Indian Air Force.## "VT 13" is a Telugu-Hindi bilingual movie, which marks Tej's debut in Hindi while Manushi's Telugu debut. Both actors play the roles of Indian Air Force officers in the movie that marks the directorial debut with ad filmmaker Shakti Pratap Singh. ## Produced by Sony Pictures International Productions and Sandeep Mudda [Renaissance Pictures] and co-produced by Nandakumar Abbineni and God Bless Entertainment, the shoot of "VT 13" has commenced and will release in theaters later this year. ## Manushi took to Twitter and announce his Telugu debut, saying, "Ready for take-off! Here's to those who touch the sky with glory. Excited to be teaming up with @IAmVarunTej in #VT13". ## Ready for take off!Here’s to those who touch the sky with glory 🇮🇳 Excited to be teaming up with @IAmVarunTej in #VT13 🤗@ShaktipsHada89 @dophari @sidhu_mudda @nandu_abbineni @RenaissancePicz @khanwacky @sonypicsfilmsin @SonyPicsIndia pic.twitter.com/gFPrn4TJLD— Manushi Chhillar (@ManushiChhillar) March 3, 2023 ## Manushi made her acting debut with "Samrat Prithviraj" fronted by Akshay Kumar. She will next be seen in "The Great Indian Family" and John Abraham-led "Tehran". Varun Tej, on the other hand, has "Gandeevadhari Arjuna" with director Praveen Sattaru. ## Stay tuned...

Oscar-Nominated Song 'Naatu Naatu' From 'RRR' To Be Performed Live at Academy Awards 2023
1197 days ago
Tollywood

Oscar-Nominated Song 'Naatu Naatu' From 'RRR' To Be Performed Live at Academy Awards 2023

Hyderabad, March 1 - The energetic dance song 'Naatu Naatu' from global blockbuster "RRR" has been confirmed to be performed live on the biggest awards stage, the 2023 Oscars. ## Sung by Rahul Sipligunj & Kaala Bhairava, Naatu Naatu has been nominated for Best Original Song at the Oscars 2023. Rahul and Bhairava will be performing the song live at the 95th Oscars on Sunday, March 12th at 8e/5p. ## Composed by M.M. Keeravaani, while its lyrics are written by Chandrabose, Naatu Naatu has been ruling over audiences globally. Earlier, it won the best original song at the 2023 Golden Globes, beating out tunes by Rihanna, Taylor Swift, and Lady Gaga. ## Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava. “Naatu Naatu." LIVE at the 95th Oscars.Tune into ABC to watch the Oscars LIVE on Sunday, March 12th at 8e/5p! #Oscars95 pic.twitter.com/8FC7gJQbJs— The Academy (@TheAcademy) February 28, 2023 ## Stay tuned...

Allu Arjun's Much-Awaited 'Pushpa - The Rule' Glimpse To Be Unveiled On His Birthday
1198 days ago
Tollywood

Allu Arjun's Much-Awaited 'Pushpa - The Rule' Glimpse To Be Unveiled On His Birthday

Hyderabad, February 28 - Telugu superstar Allu Arjun will be returning as Pushpa Raj in Pushpa - The Rule, the sequel to the super hit Pan India movie "Pushpa - The Rise". Directed by Sukumar, "Pushpa 2" is currently in production as the shoot is happening at a rapid pace. ## After the massive success of the first part, the makers are putting in extra effort for "Pushpa 2" to meet high expectations. The team has already completed 2 important schedules in Hyderabad and Vizag, and currently shooting another important schedule. ## Now, according to the latest reports, the makers are gearing up to unveil the first look glimpse of "Pushpa - The Rule" on Allu Arjun's 41st birthday, on April 8. The Icon Star wants to make his birthday special for his fans and so he has reportedly decided to release a 3-minute long action-packed teaser glimpse Produced by Mythri Movie Makers, "Pushpa - The Rise" left a lasting impact on the audiences, especially the Hindi audience. The dialogues and songs of the movie kept on trending for months which has created an all-time high buzz for the sequel which will be hitting theaters late this year or in the first half of 2024. ## The second part of the movie will showcase the rivalry between Pushpa Raj and Bhanwar Singh (Fahadh Faasil). Rashmika Mandanna is the female lead, reprising her role as Srivalli.## Stay tuned...

Directed Shankar's 'RC15' With Ram Charan and 'Indian 2' With Kamal Haasan Eye Sankranthi 2024 Release
1199 days ago
Tollywood

Directed Shankar's 'RC15' With Ram Charan and 'Indian 2' With Kamal Haasan Eye Sankranthi 2024 Release

Hyderabad, February 27 - Blockbuster director Shankar is muddling between the shoots of RC 15 and Indian 2. Telugu superstar Ram Charan's political action thriller and Kamal Haasan-fronted vigilante actioner "Indian 2" are two of the most-awaited films and director Shankar has a task in hand to deliver on both fronts.## The makers haven't locked any release date yet for both films, however, if reports are to be believed, both movies eyeing Sankranthi 2024 release in multiple languages. It is said that Ram Charan and producer Dil Raju are looking to release "RC 15" on Sankranthi at any cost as they have already faced multiple delays. ## On the other hand, "Indian 2" is produced by Lyca Productions and Red Giant Movies, and they are also aiming to release the movie during the same period to cash in on the opportunity. Since both films are being directed by Shankar, it is highly likely that the makers postponed at least one film, and it could most likely be "RC 15". ## The chances of "RC 15" not releasing on Sankranthi 2024 are high because Prabhas-fronted ambitious sci-fi actioner "Project K" with director Nag Ashwin is already placed for January 12, 2024, release. It is easily the biggest Telugu movie at the moment. It is likely that "RC 15" might get preponed or postponed, depending on the shoot progress.## "RC 15" has been in development since 2022, but the shoot getting delayed due to Shankar's "Indian 2" which returned to production last year after getting paused for a long time. ## Stay tuned...

Nani's Action Drama 'Dasara' Attracts Record Pre-Release Theatrical Business
1201 days ago
Tollywood

Nani's Action Drama 'Dasara' Attracts Record Pre-Release Theatrical Business

Hyderabad, February 25 - Telugu star Nani gearing up for the release of his most-awaited film Dasara which is slated to hit screens on March 30 worldwide. Directed by debutante Srikanth Odela, Dasara is the most expensive film of Nani's career. ## Produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri under the banner of Sri Lakshmi Venkateswara Cinemas, Dasara is getting hyped with its aggressive promotional strategies and it is easily the most-anticipated film of Nani. It is also getting hot in trade and the makers have closed the theatrical business at a record price. ## Previously, it was reported that the makers are asking for high prices in all territories along with overseas markets. Now, the latest Telugu trade reports suggest the makers have locked theatrical business at more or less the price they have been demanding.## It is revealed that the Telugu states rights have been sold at approx. 34 crores. The Andhra Pradesh theatrical rights are valued at 20 Crores while Telangana's rights are sold approx. 14 crores. It will be released by Dil Rajun in Telangana. ## The worldwide theatrical rights have been valued at approx. 43 crores and the movie will need to score over 43 crores share to break even. Looking at the tremendous hype for the film, it should easily reach the break-even target. ## Stay tuned...

RRR' Bags Top Honours At The Hollywood Critics Association Awards
1201 days ago
Tollywood

RRR' Bags Top Honours At The Hollywood Critics Association Awards

Los Angeles, February 25 - The international accolades continue to pour in for SS Rajamouli's global sensatation RRR. After winning multiple awards around the globe, RRR has now bagged top honors at the 6th annual edition of the Hollywood Critics Association Film Awards. ## The period action drama film was nominated in multiple categories, and it went on to win in 4 of them. It won the Best International Feature Film as well as the Best Action Film at the HCA. It also won the Best Stunts award and the Best Original Song to Naatu Naatu. It also won the newly included Spotlight Award at the HCA.## The win at HCA is a major push for RRR ahead of the all-important Oscars which are scheduled to take place on March 12. Naatu Naatu has been nominated in the Best Original Song category and it is the front-runner to win the Oscars. ## Stay tuned...

SS Rajamouli's Two All-Time Blockbusters Set To Re-Release In Theaters
1203 days ago
Tollywood

SS Rajamouli's Two All-Time Blockbusters Set To Re-Release In Theaters

Hyderabad, February 23 - Blockbuster Filmmaker SS Rajamouli's two all-time blockbuster films are getting ready for re-release in theaters. The maverick filmmaker has directed 12 films so far with a 100% success ratio. ## The period action drama film, "RRR" has been one of the trending topics over the last year. Starring Jr. NTR and Ram Charan, the movie was a massive hit across the globe as it got immense respect from some of the all-time great filmmakers. In the West, "RRR" has been the most talked about Indian film and it continues to remain in the news. ## "RRR" was originally released in March 2022 and had a long run at the box office. In North America, it grossed close to $15 million, and now, it is set to re-release there. Distributor Variance Films has confirmed that the action epic would be re-released in over 200 theaters in the USA, starting March 3. ## The Oscars 2023 buzz is increasing for "RRR" and distributors are trying to cash in on the opportunity by re-releasing it in theaters. Variance Films films also announced that they would be organizing the world's largest screening of RRR in Los Angeles on March 1st at the Theatre at Ace Hotel. ## But wait, there’s more!We’re kicking off the celebRRRation with the world’s largest screening of RRR in Los Angeles on 3/1 at the Theatre at Ace Hotel!With @ssrajamouli, @mmkeeravaani, @AlwaysRamCharan , and special guests LIVETickets on sale noon PT tomorrow. https://t.co/NnnczxlYe9— Variance Films (@VarianceFilms) February 22, 2023 ## While "RRR" is getting re-released in the USA, Rajamouli's one more blockbuster, fantasy action film "Magadheera" will also be released in theaters worldwide. The Ram Charan-fronted epic was originally released in 2009 and was the highest-grossing Telugu movie of the year. ## "Magadheera" will be re-released worldwide on the occasion of Ram Charan's birthday. It will either be re-released on March 25 or 26. Some of the biggest Telugu hits have been re-released over the last few months, and "Magadheera" is another film in that list. ## Stay tuned...

SS Rajamouli's 'RRR' Hits 1 Billion Yen At The Japan Box Office
1207 days ago
Tollywood

SS Rajamouli's 'RRR' Hits 1 Billion Yen At The Japan Box Office

Tokyo, February 19 - SS Rajamouli's epic blockbuster RRR has crossed the historic box office milestone of 1 billion Yen at the Japan box office, becoming the first-ever Indian film to achieve the feat. ## Starring Jr. NTR and Ram Charan, RRR has crossed the ¥‎1 billion mark on its 122nd day. The movie was released in October of last year and since then, it has continued its steady run at the box office. The movie had a big boost in collection over the last few weeks which helped it go past the box office milestone. ## Rajinikanth's Muthu is the second highest-grossing Indian film in Japan with 400 million Yen. RRR crossed Muthu's record a long time back and hasn't looked back since then. So far, the period action drama has grossed approx. 62 crores in Japan with approx. 633K admits. ## The total worldwide gross collection of RRR has now reached approx. 1170 crores. It is currently the 4th highest-grossing Indian movie ever and is likely to remain 4th unless the movie gets released in other countries.## Stay tuned...

Prabhas' 'Project K' Officially Sets Release Date
1208 days ago
Tollywood

Prabhas' 'Project K' Officially Sets Release Date

Hyderabad, February 18 - The highest-awaited sci-fi actioner Project K starring superstar Prabhas has confirmed the official release date. The ambitious movie, directed by Nag Ashwin, has been the talk of the town ever since it was announced and it is finally hitting theaters next year. ## Produced by Vyjayanthi Movies, "Project K", which was originally announced for a 2022 release, will be hitting worldwide theaters on January 12, 2024, in multiple languages as a Sankranthi special. There have been rumors that the movie would be released in two parts but the makers haven't confirmed the same with the release date announcement. ## Sankranthi has always been a lucrative time for Telugu movies at the box office, and "Project K" being the most-anticipated not just Telugu but Indian films, it will fancy its chances to really strike gold.## Vyjayanthi Movies took to Twitter and announced the date with an excellent poster. The poster shows a huge hand on the ground and people taking aim at it with snipper gubs. In the backdrop, we can see some interesting structures resembling war scenes. ## 𝟏𝟐-𝟏-𝟐𝟒 𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐬! #𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐊Happy Mahashivratri.#Prabhas @SrBachchan @deepikapadukone @nagashwin7 @VyjayanthiFilms pic.twitter.com/MtPIjW2cbw— Vyjayanthi Movies (@VyjayanthiFilms) February 18, 2023 ## "Project K" is touted to be the biggest Indian action spectacle which is set in the future and revolves around the timeline of World War 3. The movie also features Deepika Padukone as the female lead along with Amitabh Bachchan. While Deepika's role has been kept under wraps, Big B's role is said to be inspired by Mahabharata's Ashwathama. ## Stay tuned...

Saif Ali Khan To Play Antagonist Against Jr. NTR In NTR 30?
1210 days ago
Tollywood

Saif Ali Khan To Play Antagonist Against Jr. NTR In NTR 30?

Hyderabad, February 16 - Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has reportedly been cast to play the lead antagonist in Jr. NTR-fronted "NTR 30". ## Directed by Koratala Siva, "NTR 30" has been planned as a big-scale Pan India movie, and the makers are locking actors across different industries to shape the movie in that way. Janhvi Kapoor has already been locked to play the female lead opposite Jr. NTR.## According to the latest reports, Koratala Siva and NTR have roped Saif Ali Khan in a negative role. The actor impressed one and all with his villainous side in Ajay Devgn-fronted "Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior". He is also playing a negative role in magnum opus "Adipurush" which is slated for June 16, 2023, releases. ## The official confirmation regarding the cast is yet to be made. It was recently reported that the makers are also in talks with other actors to play the main villain but Saif is said to be the front-runner. The official announcement is expected to be made on February 24 when the movie will be launched. ## The shoot of "NTR 30" will kickstart in the 3rd week of March. It will apparently be shot in Hyderabad, Vizag, and Goa, and there's plenty of VFX involved as well. There is also a port and fictional island set-up to portray a somewhat semi-period backdrop. ## Produced by Hari Krishna K under the banner of Yuvasudha Arts, "NTR 30" is scheduled to release on April 5, 2024, in multiple languages. ## Stay tuned...

Jr. NTR and Director Trivikram's Next Together To Be A Big-Budget Mythology Film
1211 days ago
Tollywood

Jr. NTR and Director Trivikram's Next Together To Be A Big-Budget Mythology Film

Hyderabad, February 15 - Telugu superstar Jr. NTR is gearing up to kickstart the filming of his much-awaited Pan Indian biggie, tentatively titled "NTR30". It will be directed by Koratala Siva who previously directed NTR in "Janatha Garage" which was a massive hit. ## After "NTR30", the "RRR" star will start director Prashanth Neel's action thriller. It will again be made in multiple languages. Meanwhile, in 2021, the actor announced his collaboration with director Trivikram Srinivas after a successful stint with "Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava". However, due to some reasons, the movie couldn't go on floors and was seemingly canceled by the makers. ## Now, it has been revealed that the movie wasn't canceled and was only postponed due to some reasons. It is also revealed that the next film of NTR and Trivikram together will be a mythology film that will be made on a huge budget. ## Producer Naga Vamsi confirmed the same during a recent interview and made things clear that the official announcement will be made after both NTR and Trivikram are free from the current commitments. Trivikram is currently directing superstar Mahesh Babu in "SSMB28" and as per producers, it will set new records in Tollywood. ## Stay tuned...

Makers Re-Confirm Release Date of SSMB28; Lead Antagonist Also Finalized
1213 days ago
Tollywood

Makers Re-Confirm Release Date of SSMB28; Lead Antagonist Also Finalized

Hyderabad, February 13 - Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu is busy with the shooting of director Trivikram Srinivas' action entertainer, tentatively titled "SSMB 28". The shoot commenced last month after some delay but now going at a brisk pace. ## "SSMB28" marks the third collaboration between Mahesh Babu and Trivikram after "Athadu" and "Khaleja", and it features Pooja Hegde as the female lead opposite Babu. The movie was originally announced for April 2023 release, but makers recently confirmed that it would be postponed to August 11 this year. ## There were rumors that the release of "SSMB28" will be pushed further, however, producer Naga Vamsi has re-confirmed that there won't be a further delay and it will indeed be released as scheduled. Meanwhile, the makers have also locked the lead antagonist to lock horns with Mahesh Babu in the film. ## According to the latest reports in Telugu media, Jagapathi Babu will play the main villain. Jagapathi Babu has been playing portray villainous roles in Telugu films of late, and "SSMB28" is going to be another biggie on the list. ## Jagapathi Babu and Mahesh Babu have previously worked together in director Koratala Siva's "Srimanthudu", in which they played the roles of father and son, respectively. The upcoming movie also reportedly stars Sreeleela as the second female lead. ## Stay tuned...