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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O Romeo OTT Release Date: When and Where To Watch Shahid Kapoor's Action Drama Online
79 days ago
Bollywood

O Romeo OTT Release Date: When and Where To Watch Shahid Kapoor's Action Drama Online

Mumbai, March 22 – Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor-fronted O' Romeo has run out of gas at the box office and is all set to arrive on digital platform after completing its theatrical run. The film, which hit cinemas on February 13, 2026, received a decent response at the box office and has now reportedly locked its digital premiere window. According to the latest reports, Vishal Bhardwaj's directed film will first be available for rent starting March 27, 2026, before making its way to subscription-based streaming. The movie will premiere on Amazon Prime Video for rent, where viewers can pay a fee to watch the film early. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) This strategy has become increasingly popular among recent Bollywood releases, allowing filmmakers to extend revenue beyond theatrical collections. For those waiting to stream it as part of their subscription, the film is expected to become available for all Prime members in the second week of April 2026, after an 8-week theatrical run. Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, O' Romeo is a gritty action drama set against the backdrop of crime and romance, featuring Shahid Kapoor in an intense and stylised role. The film blends elements of love, betrayal, and violence, staying true to Bhardwaj's signature storytelling style. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film grossed over 100 crores at the worldwide box office, but it ended up as a below-average affair due to the high cost involved. With digital release in sight, the makers hope it will reach a wider audience on Amazon Prime Video. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2 The Revenge: A History In The Making At The Hindi Box Office
80 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2 The Revenge: A History In The Making At The Hindi Box Office

Mumbai, March 21 - Indian cinema wasn't quite prepared for what is unfolding right now, though somewhere, it always hinted at this possibility. Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, an Aditya Dhar-directed spy actioner, has taken the box office by storm and is making sure that cinema lovers or trade watchers, better believe the reality. Over the last few years, the Indian cinema has delivered some of the greatest hits, yet a lingering question remained unanswered: when will it, particularly Bollywood, truly unleash its full box office potential? Well, it is a kind of question that will probably never get an answer, because the idea of 100% occupancy across the board remains more theoretical than practical. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While we may never know the definite answer to this question, one thing is sure: Dhurandhar 2 is probably the closest to it in recent times. After scoring over 200 crore net in the first two days, the Ranveer Singh-starrer is venturing into the uncharted territory on day 3. As the numbers are still coming in, the Hindi version alone is expected to cross the 100 crore net mark today, making it the biggest single-day collection ever recorded in Hindi. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) And it's not just about day 3. The film had already set new benchmarks with its premiere and opening day numbers, both of which emerged as the biggest ever for a Bollywood release. However, achieving a 100 crore day in a single language seemed almost unthinkable until now. With big-ticket films like Ramayana expected to push boundaries in the future, no one anticipated such a record being shattered at this stage. What is next for Dhurandhar 2? Well, tomorrow, which is Sunday and day 4, can be a repeat of day 3, and that will be a monumental achievement. With today's collection, it has topped 500 crore worldwide in just 3 days, and will be close to the 700 crore mark by tomorrow, which will be the biggest weekend ever for a Hindi film. Stay tuned...

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From Mahesh Babu To SS Rajamouli: Telugu Stars Heap High Praise For Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge
80 days ago
Bollywood

From Mahesh Babu To SS Rajamouli: Telugu Stars Heap High Praise For Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge

Hyderabad, March 21 - Telugu cinema's biggest names have come out in full support of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, heaping massive praise on director Aditya Dhar and his high-octane vision, as the film continues its record-breaking run at the box office. Dhurandhar 2, the Ranveer Singh-fronted spy action thriller, is the second part of the 1300+ crore grosser, which was released just a few months ago in December 2025. The sequel has taken the box office by storm, rewriting history for a Bollywood title and is on course to become one of the biggest hits of Indian cinema. SS Rajamouli has come out in full support of the movie and said that the film has surpassed the original film in both scale and soul. "The writing, casting, technical execution, music, world design and direction are flawless... But it's the emotional stakes that really ground it", he said. I loved Dhurandhar-1, but The Revenge surpassed the original in both scale and soul.The writing, casting, technical execution, music, world design and direction are flawless…. But it’s the emotional stakes that really ground it.The writing manages to weave plot twists that…— rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) March 21, 2026 Superstar Mahesh Babu was the first to praise the film, saying, "#DhurandharTheRevenge is an explosion executed with perfect precision!!!! The finest version of Ranveer unleashed and how... 💥💥💥 The way Aditya Dhar has conceived and delivered this standing ovation-worthy experience is remarkable. Special mention to Maddy's performance and Shashwat Sachdev's music. This is a film meant to be experienced and celebrated. Congratulations to the entire team". #DhurandharTheRevenge is an explosion executed with perfect precision!!!! The finest version of Ranveer unleashed and how… 💥💥💥 The way Aditya Dhar has conceived and delivered this standing ovation worthy experience is remarkable 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Special mention to Maddy’s performance…— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) March 19, 2026 Allu Arjun joined the trend, calling the film an Indian story with international swag. "A film that will make every patriot proud 🇮🇳
Many clap-trapping moments. So proud to have a brilliant and versatile actor like my brother @RanveerOfficial in our country. RVS on fire @AdityaDharFilms garu hit the ball out of the park. So happy to have brilliant filmmakers like him in our country. Show Rocker. An Indian story… International swag! Jai Hind." Just Watched #Dhurandhar2⁰Patriotism with swag 🇮🇳A film that will make every patriot proud 🇮🇳⁰Many clap-trapping moments 👏🏽 BLAST! 💥Congratulations to the entire team.⁰Fine performances by @ActorMadhavan garu & all actors . Technical brilliance . So proud to have a…— Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) March 18, 2026 Jr. NTR took to social media and sent a "big salute to the team of #DhurandharTheRevenge for delivering a storm to Indian audiences". He continued, "It takes conviction and fearless vision to mount a film like this and Aditya Dhar sir @AdityaDharFilms brings that strength to every frame. Using every tool at his disposal to elevate each scene to its absolute best deserves a standing ovation. This is a film that rouses your emotions and stays with you long after the end titles roll". A big salute to the team of #DhurandharTheRevenge for delivering a storm to Indian audiences. Ranveer sir @RanveerOfficial is not just breathtaking…. He delivered an absolute masterclass on screen.It takes conviction and fearless vision to mount a film like this and Aditya…— Jr NTR (@tarak9999) March 19, 2026 Superstar Ram Charan called Dhurandhar 2 raw, gripping, and impactful. @AdityaDharFilms brings scale and emotion together seamlessly. What he has done with this film is truly remarkable. @RanveerOfficial delivers a phenomenal performance - full of intensity and holds your attention throughout". #DhurandharTheRevenge is raw, gripping and impactful 🔥@AdityaDharFilms brings scale and emotion together seamlessly. What he has done with this film is truly remarkable.@RanveerOfficial delivers a phenomenal performance - full of intensity and holds your attention…— Ram Charan (@AlwaysRamCharan) March 20, 2026 Vijay Deverakonda has 4 fours to describe the film - "Bharat Maata ki JAI!" as he praised the entire cast and crew for the movie. "Tomorrow onwards - something big is going to happen in Indian cinema and culture. Immense love and respect to the entire cast and crew". Tomorrow onwards - something big is going to happen in Indian cinema and culture. 4 words. “Bharat Maata ki JAI!”Immense love and respect to the entire cast and crew. @AdityaDharFilms is a mad genius. @RanveerOfficial is all in explosive. @ActorMadhavan @rampalarjun Sara…— Vijay Deverakonda (@TheDeverakonda) March 18, 2026 Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar, Pushpa, KGF, Baahubali: Comparing How Part 2 of The Biggest Indian Blockbusters Fares Against Part 1
81 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar, Pushpa, KGF, Baahubali: Comparing How Part 2 of The Biggest Indian Blockbusters Fares Against Part 1

Mumbai, March 23 - If day 3 was a tsunami, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge brought mayhem on day 4 with another record-breaking collection. The spy action thriller hit the ball out of the park to deliver back-to-back 100 crore net in Hindi. It was like, the first time was nice, so I had to do it twice, kind of thing, as the movie is now in the league of its own. In comparison to the biggest grossers after 4 days, Dhurandhar 2 is the second, only to Pushpa 2, which benefited from the massive Pan India release. However, in the long run, Aditya Dhar's directed film is expected to beat Pushpa 2 and become the number 1 film at the Indian box office. Baahubali, KGF, Pushpa, Dhurandhar - Part 1 vs Part 2 India Gross Comparison (1st 4 Days) Movie Part 1 Part 2 Baahubali - ₹ 485.00 Cr KGF ₹ 83.40 Cr ₹ 462.50 Cr Pushpa ₹ 147.70 Cr ₹ 632.42 Cr Dhurandhar ₹ 151.50 Cr ₹ 541.97 Cr __________________________________________________________________________ Mumbai, March 22 - After the big first two days, the third day of each movie (in this article) has been huge, but Dhurandhar 2 took things to another level without as much support as the other three films got from their non-original films. The Aditya Dhar-directed spy actioner had a monumental day 3 at the Indian box office, which saw the Hindi version topping 100+ crore net for the first time. It is now only behind Pushpa 2, which had a wider pan-India release, after the first three days at the domestic box office. Baahubali, KGF, Pushpa, Dhurandhar - Part 1 vs Part 2 India Gross Comparison (1st 3 Days) Movie Part 1 Part 2 Baahubali - ₹ 382.00 Cr KGF ₹ 69.80 Cr ₹ 355.50 Cr Pushpa ₹ 128.05 Cr ₹ 463.90 Cr Dhurandhar ₹ 123.60 Cr ₹ 400.35 Cr __________________________________________________________________________ Mumbai, March 21 - The trend of sequels, or say Part 2, outperforming their predecessors has become a defining pattern in Indian cinema, especially when it comes to large-scale franchise films which resonated beyond regional boundaries. From Baahubali: The Beginning to Dhurandhar 2, filmmakers have successfully expanded their cinematic universes, often turning second instalments into historic box office juggernauts. Here's a look at how Part 2 of some of the biggest Indian blockbusters - Dhurandhar, Pushpa, KGF, and Baahubali - compare with their first parts. Baahubali: The Franchise That Started It All Baahubali: The Beginning was a massive success, but it was Baahubali 2: The Conclusion that rewrote Indian box office history. At a time when ticket prices were comparatively lower than today, Baahubali 2 was a phenomenon beyond boundaries. While it is difficult for most of the movies to generate 10 million admissions in their lifetime runs, Baahubali 2 scored 1+ crore admissions in India on day 1 alone, which still seems out of the world in a country where theatre screens are still insufficient when compared to the large cinema-going audience. While the first film laid the foundation with its grand storytelling and visual spectacle, the sequel capitalised on the iconic question, "Why did Kattappa kill Baahubali?" The result was unprecedented hype, leading to a record-breaking theatrical run that far surpassed the original in every market. It remains the biggest Indian blockbuster of the 21st century with over 100 million tickets sold here. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Baahubali Films India Gross (Lifetime) S. No. Movie India Gross (Lifetime) 1 Baahubali: The Beginning (2015) ₹ 516 Crore 2 Baahubali: The Conclusion (2017) ₹ 1416.90 Crore KGF: A Cult Phenomenon Turned Monster Hit KGF: Chapter 1 gained cult popularity, particularly through satellite and digital platforms. However, KGF: Chapter 2 arrived with massive anticipation and delivered a box office explosion. The sequel not only opened bigger but also sustained exceptionally well, becoming one of the highest-grossing Indian films and the highest-grossing Kannada movie ever, dwarfing the lifetime collections of Part 1 by a 5x margin. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) KGF Chapter 1 vs KGF Chapter 2 India Gross Comparison Day KGF: Chapter 1 (2018) KGF: Chapter 2 (2022) Day 1 ₹ 21.80 Crore ₹ 134.50 Crore Day 2 ₹ 23.20 Crore ₹ 105.50 Crore Day 3 ₹ 24.80 Crore ₹ 95.50 Crore Day 4 ₹ 13.60 Crore ₹ 107.00 Crore Lifetime ₹ 227.15 Crore ₹ 1000.85 Crore Pushpa: Rise vs Rule Pushpa: The Rise started as a strong performer, especially in Telugu markets. However, it was the Hindi market where the movie turned into an unexpected big hit and laid the foundation for its successor to rule the most important territory in India. Building on that popularity, Pushpa 2: The Rule took things to another level. With heightened scale, stronger promotions, and pan-India appeal, the sequel shattered opening day and weekend records, easily outpacing the first part and establishing itself as a global blockbuster. Pushpa The Rise vs Pushpa The Rule India Gross Comparison Day Pushpa: The Rise (2021) Pushpa: The Rule (2024) Day 1 ₹ 52.80 Crore ₹ 209.20 Crore (inc. pre.) Day 2 ₹ 36.40 Crore ₹ 112.10 Crore Day 3 ₹ 38.85 Crore ₹ 142.60 Crore Day 4 ₹ 19.65 Crore ₹ 168.60 Crore Lifetime ₹ 313.80 Crore ₹ 1471.10 Crore (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar: A New-Age Box Office Titan Dhurandhar emerged as a major success, but its sequel, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, has taken the franchise into uncharted territory. With massive pre-sales, record-breaking ticket demand, and a historic opening, the second instalment has already outperformed Part 1 in terms of initial numbers. Despite some setbacks like show cancellations in dubbed versions, the film has demonstrated the sheer power of franchise hype in today's market. Unlike the other three films (in this article), Dhurandhar Part 1 itself was a monstrous hit with over 1000 crore gross at the Indian box office. It is the only original film to reach this figure at the domestic box office. Part 2, which is the continuation of the first film, has started on an unpremeditated note and is expected to outgross the first film very soon. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar vs Dhurandhar The Revenge India Gross Comparison Day Dhurandhar (2025) Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026) Day 1 ₹ 33.60 Crore ₹ 172.60 Crore (inc. pre.) Day 2 ₹ 38.40 Crore ₹ 96.75 Crore Day 3 ₹ 51.60 Crore ₹ 135.15 Crore Day 4 ₹ 27.90 Crore ₹ 136.75 Crore Lifetime ₹ 1007.85 Crore ₹ - What connects all these films is a common trajectory - Part 1 builds the world and audience base, while Part 2 reaps the benefits of anticipation and scale. Sequels often come with bigger budgets, improved storytelling, and a deeper emotional payoff, making them more appealing to a wider audience. From Baahubali 2: The Conclusion setting the benchmark to Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge carrying the momentum forward, Indian cinema has mastered the art of the sequel. In most of the cases, Part 2 doesn't just match expectations, it surpasses them, proving that when done right, franchises only grow stronger with time. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Opening Day Box Office Records
81 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Opening Day Box Office Records

Mumbai, March 20 - Director Aditya Dhar's spy action thriller, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, which is the second part of his 1300+ crore blockbuster Dhurandhar, lit up the box office on its opening day. The movie not only set the domestic market on fire, but also ignited the international box office like never before. The Ranveer Singh-fronted sequel created massive buzz due to the extraordinary response to the first part, which was released in December last year. The buzz was visible in the advance booking, which finished as the highest ever for an Indian title for the opening weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Even though many shows were cancelled in the dubbed versions due to content delay and censorship issues, Dhurandhar 2 exploded on its premiere and opening day, and went on to shatter many records for a Bollywood title at the Indian and worldwide box office. Have a look at some of the major records broken by The Revenge. Biggest opening for a Bollywood movie at the Indian box office Dhurandhar 2 grossed well over 100 crore net on its opening day, including premiere. No other Bollywood film had ever reached anywhere near this mark, making the Ranveer Singh-starrer the first film ever to do so by a big margin. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Biggest opening for a Bollywood movie at the worldwide box office The spy action thriller minted over 200 crore gross on its opening day, including the premiere. This makes it the first Bollywood film of all-time to do so, beating the previous record of Jawan (~130 crore gross) by a big margin. Biggest opening for a Bollywood movie at overseas box office The nearly four-hour-long sequel comfortably crossed the 50 crore mark on its opening day, including the premiere. With this, it has scored the biggest opening and is the first to breach the 50 crore mark for a Bollywood film internationally, beating Jawan's 39+ crore opening. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Biggest opening day ever in Hindi Dhurandhar 2 also scored the biggest opening day of all time and the first 100+ crore net (with premiere) in the Hindi language. The previous biggest opening day belonged to Pushpa 2: The Rule, which minted 70+ crore net in Hindi. Biggest paid previews/premiere in India The Jio Studios and B62 Studios' production had its domestic premiere on March 18, on which it grossed over 50 crores despite many dubbed shows being cancelled. This is the biggest ever preview in India, beating the previous record of Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG (25+ crore gross). Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge's Final Worldwide Pre-Sales Finish With Record 250+ Crore For Opening Weekend
83 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge's Final Worldwide Pre-Sales Finish With Record 250+ Crore For Opening Weekend

Mumbai, March 19 - Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge put up historic advance bookings, with worldwide pre-sales for the opening weekend finishing near the 300 crore mark. The film has witnessed phenomenal traction across both domestic and international markets, underlining the massive anticipation surrounding its release. In India, the film's opening weekend pre-sales stood at an outstanding 160 crore gross. Out of this, nearly 100 crore came from the opening day alone, including premiere shows, an extraordinary figure that sets a new benchmark for the first day advance sales for a Bollywood title. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The overseas markets have also contributed significantly to the film's record-breaking tally. Reportedly, international pre-sales for the opening weekend have crossed 100 crore gross, driven by exceptional demand in key territories such as North America, pushing total worldwide pre-sales to 260+ crore gross for the weekend, which is a record for an Indian film. With such massive numbers on the board even before the full-fledged release, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has firmly positioned itself as a box office juggernaut. The film is now widely expected to deliver one of the biggest, or possibly the biggest, opening weekends in Indian cinema history. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Beats Pushpa 2's All-Time Record On BookMyShow
83 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Beats Pushpa 2's All-Time Record On BookMyShow

Mumbai, March 19 - Ranveer Singh-fronted Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has begun its box office journey to become one of the top three highest-grossing Indian films of all-time, and in this process, it has shattered a record on the online ticketing platform, Book My Show. As per the latest update, the film clocked a staggering 109K tickets sold in just one hour, surpassing the previous record held by Pushpa 2: The Rule, which had peaked at around 107.60K tickets per hour on BMS. This makes Dhurandhar 2 the fastest-selling film in terms of hourly ticket sales on the platform. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) This milestone highlights the unprecedented demand for Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, which has been dominating advance bookings across the country. The surge in ticket sales reflects massive audience anticipation, not just in metro cities but also in smaller centres where shows are filling up at lightning speed. Dhurandhar 2 earlier had the record paid previews in India with over 50 crores gross collection, and now, it is on course to put the biggest pure day 1 for a Bollywood title. This record is particularly significant because it showcases real-time demand rather than cumulative numbers, making it a stronger indicator of hype and audience urgency. The 109K/hour figure places Dhurandhar 2 in a league of its own, signalling a potentially historic opening at the box office. Stay tuned...

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