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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Box Office: Tough Competition For Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 In Telugu States, But Tougher For Ustaad Bhagat Singh
140 days ago
Bollywood

Box Office: Tough Competition For Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 In Telugu States, But Tougher For Ustaad Bhagat Singh

Hyderabad, March 7 – The Ranveer Singh-fronted Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is gearing up for a massive theatrical release on March 19, coinciding with major festivals including Eid and Ugadi. However, the spy action thriller will face a significant challenge in the Telugu states due to the arrival of Pawan Kalyan's highly anticipated action entertainer Ustaad Bhagat Singh. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Originally scheduled for March 26, Ustaad Bhagat Singh was rescheduled to March 19 following the postponement of Yash's Toxic due to the military conflict in the Middle East. The move has set up a direct box office clash between the Telugu mass entertainer and the Bollywood sequel across India, particularly in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, where Pawan Kalyan enjoys enormous popularity. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While Dhurandhar 2 is expected to perform strongly nationwide due to the success of its first part and its multi-language release strategy, the Telugu states could prove to be a tough market. The sequel is releasing in five languages, including Telugu, but competing against a local superstar-led film in the region will make screen allocation and audience pull more challenging. However, the competition may actually be tougher for Ustaad Bhagat Singh. Despite Pawan Kalyan's strong fan base in the Telugu states, Dhurandhar 2 carries significant pan-India appeal and strong pre-release buzz. Trade believes Dhurandhar 2's massive demand in Telugu states could attract urban multiplex audiences and neutral viewers there, especially if word-of-mouth turns positive. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In addition, Dhurandhar 2 is expected to benefit from its large-scale action spectacle and franchise value after the first film's success, while its makers are reportedly planning paid premiere shows on March 18 to build early momentum. It is said that Ustaad Bhagat Singh is going for a ticket hike, and considering that, the Telugu media is cautioning the makers against it as they feel it will benefit Dhurandhar: The Revenge even more among the neutral audience. With both films targeting the same festive window, the March 19 weekend is shaping up to be one of the biggest box office clashes of 2026. The Telugu states will likely see intense competition between the two titles, but the real test will be how each film sustains its run after the opening weekend. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2 Nears $1 Million Pre-Sales In Overseas As Wait For Trailer Continues
141 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2 Nears $1 Million Pre-Sales In Overseas As Wait For Trailer Continues

The trailer of Dhurandhar 2 was supposed to be released on March 3, but it was postponed for some reason. It was reported that the makers were then eyeing to launch it on March 5 or March 6, but there is no official confirmation on the same yet, with only 2 weeks left for the release. Meanwhile, the advance booking continues to grow with strong momentum in international markets, indicating a record-breaking start.

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Dhurandhar On Netflix: Ranveer Singh's Blockbuster Tops 22 Million Views
143 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar On Netflix: Ranveer Singh's Blockbuster Tops 22 Million Views

Mumbai, March 4 - Amid the rising expectations from Dhurandhar 2, the first part of the spy action thriller continues to trend in the top 10 films worldwide on Netflix. The film had a dream run at the box office with over 1300 crores gross worldwide collection, and it continued the winning momentum on the digital platform as well. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In its 5th weekend, Aditya Dhar's directorial blockbuster scored 1.3 million views and was the 9th most-watched non-English film during the week of February 23 - March 1 on Netflix. With this, the total views of the film reached 22 million in 31 days so far. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar is the most-watched Indian film on Netflix since last year, and the most-watched Indian title this year across all digital platforms. Among 2026 films, Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi's Haq is the second most-watched film digitally with 11.3 million views. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, Dhurandhar is one of the biggest Indian blockbusters of all-time, both at the box office and on OTT. Originally released on December 5, 2025, the film went on to create many records at the box office, including becoming the highest-grossing film ever in Hindi language in India and worldwide. The sequel, titled Dhurandhar: The Revenge, is scheduled to release on March 19 in multiple languages, and the expectations are sky high for it to repeat or beat the theatrical run of its predecessor. Stay tuned...

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Tere Naam Re-Release Box Office: Salman Khan's Cult Classic Tops 1.50 Crore Gross In Five Days
143 days ago
Bollywood

Tere Naam Re-Release Box Office: Salman Khan's Cult Classic Tops 1.50 Crore Gross In Five Days

Mumbai, March 4 - Tere Naam has once again demonstrated its long-lasting appeal at the box office. Re-released in limited theatres across India, the 2003 romantic drama has managed to score around 1.50 crore gross mark within just five days, a decent outcome for a film that completed over two decades since its original release. The film had a respectable opening weekend collection of around 80 lakh net (95 lakh gross) and is doing decently in weekdays with a total net collection after 5 days of around 1.20 lakh net. For a catalogue title with restricted shows, these numbers underline the okay response among audiences. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Satish Kaushik, Tere Naam is often cited as one of the most memorable performances of Salman Khan. The tragic love story of Radhe Mohan, combined with its soulful music and emotional depth, helped the film attain cult status over the years, which is now reflected in its re-release run. With collections holding steady and audience interest intact, Tere Naam is expected to continue adding to its re-release total in the coming days, provided theatres retain shows. In its original run, the film grossed approximately 24.50 crores worldwide, including 19.50 crores gross in India alone. Stay tuned...

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Sunny Deol Begins Shooting For Excel Entertainment's Antony; Cast Details Revealed
144 days ago
Bollywood

Sunny Deol Begins Shooting For Excel Entertainment's Antony; Cast Details Revealed

Mumbai, March 3 - After the success of Bollywood star Sunny Deol is gearing up for his next set of films. With a couple of films already lined up for release this year, the actor has started shooting for Excel Entertainment's action thriller film Antony in Mumbai. According to the reports, the shooting of Antony kicked off on February 27 and is expected to be wrapped up by July this year. Billed as a suspense-driven action thriller that features Deol in a full-fledged action role, Antony is being directed by debutante Balaji Ganesh, who has previously assisted AR Murugadoss on numerous big-scale projects. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Antony features Jyothika as the female lead, while Vijay Varma reportedly was roped in to play the main antagonist. It marks their first collaboration with Sunny Deol, who is fresh from the superhit success of Border 2. Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidwani's Excel Entertainment produce Antony in collaboration with A.R. Murugadoss' banner. Meanwhile, Sunny Deol will next be seen in emotional drama Gabru, which is slated to hit the big screens this May. The 68-year-old superstar also has Rajkumar Santoshi's Lahore 1947, slated for Independence Day weekend 2026 release, and Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana Part 1 (Diwali 2026), this year. Stay tuned...

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The Kerala Story 2 vs The Kerala Story Box Office: The Sequel Lags Far Behind In The Opening Weekend
144 days ago
Bollywood

The Kerala Story 2 vs The Kerala Story Box Office: The Sequel Lags Far Behind In The Opening Weekend

Mumbai, March 3 - The much-anticipated sequel The Kerala Story 2 hit theatres this weekend, but its opening weekend performance has turned out to be a major underperformance when compared to the sensational debut of the original The Kerala Story. Despite strong pre-release buzz and continued controversy around the franchise, the sequel has failed to recreate the box office storm of its predecessor. In its opening weekend, The Kerala Story 2 managed to collect around 10 crore net at the Indian box office. The film had a delayed release on Friday, with shows starting after 6 PM due to the ban, before collections picked up marginally over Saturday and Sunday, but overall footfalls remained far lower than expectations. Legal hurdles, delayed screenings in several regions, and muted word-of-mouth clearly impacted the film's initial momentum. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In contrast, The Kerala Story had delivered a phenomenal opening weekend of approximately 35 crore net upon its release in 2023. Backed by intense nationwide debate and massive curiosity, the original film recorded a strong Friday opening and witnessed explosive growth over the weekend, laying the foundation for its blockbuster theatrical run. The stark gap between the two films highlights how sequels do not always benefit from the success of the original. While The Kerala Story 2 still has room to grow in the coming days, its opening weekend numbers indicate that matching, or even coming close to, the box office impact of The Kerala Story will be an uphill task. However, on the positive side, the cost aren't high for the film so it can turn out to be decent success in the long run. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar The Revenge: One Of The Longest Indian Films In The 21st Century
146 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar The Revenge: One Of The Longest Indian Films In The 21st Century

Mumbai, March 1 - Ranveer Singh-fronted spy action thriller Dhurandhar: The Revenge seems to have hit the paddle when it comes to the theatrical runtime. The film continues to grab attention as one of the most ambitious Indian films of recent times, and the latest update has raised eyebrows in the trade with an unthinkable runtime. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to fresh reports, the film has now been listed with a significantly longer runtime in overseas markets, pushing it close to the four-hour mark. It is said that Dhurandhar 2 is mentioned with a runtime of 3 hours and 49 minutes, which is notably higher than the earlier reported duration of around 3 hours and 40 minutes. If this listing remains unchanged at the time of release, the film will rank as the longest in recent history and among the longest Indian films made in the 21st century. The extended duration hints at a larger-than-life narrative, with the makers seemingly opting for an expansive storytelling approach rather than trimming the film for commercial convenience. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) For a contemporary action thriller franchise, such a runtime is rare and underlines the scale and confidence backing the sequel. After LOC: Kargil (2003), which remains the benchmark at approximately 4 hours 15 minutes, Dhurandhar 2 is reportedly the second-longest Indian film this century. Lagaan is reportedly third with 3 hours and 44 minutes. While the nearly four-hour length could pose challenges for exhibitors given limited daily showtimes, it also strengthens the film's positioning as a grand theatrical experience. With anticipation already sky-high, the runtime itself has now become a major talking point around Dhurandhar: The Revenge, which is scheduled to release on March 19 in multiple languages. Stay tuned...

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