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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'Aankh Micholi' First Week and 'Tejas' Two Weeks Box Office Collection Update
946 days ago
Bollywood

'Aankh Micholi' First Week and 'Tejas' Two Weeks Box Office Collection Update

Mumbai, November 10 - It was another week when new Bollywood movies failed badly at the box office. Though there were no expectations from the new releases things could have been smooth for theatres before the biggie "Tiger 3" arrived on November 12 to rule the roost. ## In the last week, the family comedy-drama film "Aankh Micholi", starring Abhimanyu Dassani, Mrunal Thakur, and Paresh Rawal, was released and died down the first weekend itself. The movie didn't make much impact at the box office as it scored just approx. 2 crores net in the entire first week.## "Aankh Micholi" was one of the many recent films that got released in theatres for the sake of release. The makers didn't even bother promoting and tried to generate buzz around the film, which sealed its fate. ## Meanwhile, Kangana Ranaut's "Tejas" had a horrible second week as it scored only approximately 75 lakh after the poor first week. The total net collection of the movie is approximately 6.25 crores in two weeks, turning out to be another disaster for the actress. ## In between the disappointing results, Vikrant Massey's drama film "12th Fail" is going from strength to strength. The movie scored approx. 14.20 crores net in the second week which is bigger than the first week's collection of approx. 13.05 crores net. ## The Vidhu Vinod Chopra's directorial movie has reached 27.25 crores net in two weeks and is eyeing to finish its run at around 35 crores net which will be an excellent result for the movie. ## Stay tuned...

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'Mission Raniganj' Final Worldwide Box Office Collection
947 days ago
Bollywood

'Mission Raniganj' Final Worldwide Box Office Collection

Mumbai, November 10 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar's rescue thriller Mission Raniganj: The Great Bharat Rescue has almost completed its theatrical run with underwhelming box office numbers given the star cast it got featured. ## Directed by Tinu Suresh Desai, "Mission Raniganj" was the least promoted theatrical film of Akshay Kumar and with less to no hype, the movie opened at 2.80 crores net. The opening of the movie was one of the lowest ever for an Akshay Kumar-starrer. The movie did show some growth over the first weekend but wasn't enough as the collection remained low. ## "Mission Raniganj" got mixed to positive reception from the critics and audiences which kept it in theaters and after 5 weeks, the movie scored over 34 crores net collection. Though the box office numbers of the film are no way near the potential of the Akshay Kumar-starrer it is still respectable given the low opening. ## Produced by Pooja Entertainment, the film is currently playing in around 100 shows which will be reduced to almost zero after the release of Salman Khan's "Tiger 3" on November 12. It will finish its box office run with a worldwide collection of around 46 crores against the production budget of approx. 55 crores.## Here is the final box office breakdown of Mission Raniganj## India Net Collection - 34.20 Cr. Approx.## India Gross Collection - 40.40 Cr.## Overseas Collection - 5.60 Cr. (estimated)## Worldwide Collection - 46.00 Cr.## Box Office Verdict - Flop## "Mission Raniganj" is a missed opportunity given the fact that it was released after the super-hit box office success of Akshay's "OMG 2". The movie failed to generate any hype due to almost zero promotion and perhaps the wrong release timing.## Stay tuned...

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'Venom 3' and 'Deadpool 3' Get Official Release Date
947 days ago
Hollywood

'Venom 3' and 'Deadpool 3' Get Official Release Date

Los Angeles, November 9 - Sony Pictures' next Marvel superhero movie Venom 3 has an official release date. The movie was originally announced for July 12, 2024, but it was always tentative due to the actors' strike, which has now ended after SAG-AFTRA approved the deal. ## The Tom Hardy-led third instalment of "Venom" will commence production in the next few days and Sony has officially set a November 8, 2024, release date for the movie. Kelly Marcel, who wrote and produced the first two "Venom" movies, directs the upcoming superhero film from a story she wrote with Hardy.## The first two films in the franchise opened in the October month in 2018 and 2021, respectively. The first movie was a big hit for the studio with a worldwide gross collection of $856 million while "Venom 2: Let There Be Carnage", which was released during the pandemic, managed to score $502 million. ## Meanwhile, Marvel Studios' Deadpool 3 is set for summer 2024 release. The 50% shoot of the film has already been completed but was put on hold due to the strike. It is now expected to resume as early as this week. Shawn Levy directs this film. ## Ryan Reynolds, who plays the titular role in the film, took to social media to confirm that "Deadpool 3" will be released in the summer of 2024 and now, Marvel officially confirmed it will be released on July 26, 2024. The film will mark the MCU debut of Hugh Jackman's James "Logan" Howlett / Wolverine while it also features Morena Baccarin, Brianna Hildebrand, and Jennifer Garner.## Stay tuned...

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Salman Khan's 'Tiger 3' Advance Booking Crosses 10 Crores For Opening Day
948 days ago
Bollywood

Salman Khan's 'Tiger 3' Advance Booking Crosses 10 Crores For Opening Day

Mumbai, November 9 - Superstar Salman Khan's Tiger 3 continues to score good advances for the opening day though the pace has slowed down over the last 24 hours after the initial rush. The movie is releasing on Diwali day so the pre-sales are expected to be lower than expected. ## The advance booking collection of "Tiger 3" has crossed 10 crores gross for the opening day with more than two days left for the release. The movie has sold approx. 3.80 lakh tickets worth approx. 10.40 crores gross collection for the first day. ## "Tiger 3" is a rare movie to release on Diwali day, that too on Sunday. The advance sales of the movie are expected to pick up in the last two days and the final sales could be 20+ crores for the opening day which could have easily been over 30 crores had it been released on Friday. ## Directed by Maneesh Sharma, "Tiger 3" will likely score the biggest collection on Monday and Tuesday, on National holidays. The movie is expected to be a mass fest which will come on board from Monday or Tuesday, given the positive talks.## "Tiger 3" is produced by Yash Raj Films and is a part of the studio's ambitious Spy Universe. It stars Salman Khan in the titular role alongside Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi while Shah Rukh Khan and Hrithik Roshan play cameos as Pathaan and Kabir from the previous Spy Universe movies "Pathaan" and "War". It will release on November 12 in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.## Stay tuned...

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Kamal Haasan Confirms 'Indian' Sequel To Release In Two Parts
948 days ago
Kollywood

Kamal Haasan Confirms 'Indian' Sequel To Release In Two Parts

Chennai, November 8 - Legendary Kamal Haasan reunite with director Shankar for the sequel to 1996's vigilante action film "Indian". The shoot of the movie is currently in progress for 2024 release, and as speculated, the movie will be released in two parts.## Over the last few months, it has been reported that director Shankar would split the "Indian" sequel into 2 parts as the story of the movie can't be told in one film. Now, Kamal Haasan has reportedly confirmed the same, according to Only Kollywood. ## The legendary actor recently celebrated his birthday and during the event, the actor confirmed that his "Indian 2" will be released in two parts. It is said that the first part of the movie will be released in April/May while "Indian 3" will be released in November 2024. ## Meanwhile, Kamal Haasan, who was last seen in the mega-blockbuster "Vikram" last year, has multiple films in the pipeline. He reunites with Mani Ratnam for an action drama film "Thug Life" for which the shoot will commence soon. He also has Prabhas-fronted "Kalki 2898 AD" currently in production along with a film with director H. Vinoth, and "Vikram 2" with director Lokesh Kanagaraj. ## Stay tuned...

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Salman Khan's 'Tiger 3' To Have A Post-Credit Scene
949 days ago
Bollywood

Salman Khan's 'Tiger 3' To Have A Post-Credit Scene

Mumbai, November 8 - The highly-awaited spy action thriller Tiger 3 is inching closer to its release which is on November 12, Sunday. The excitement is peaking up for this YRF production biggie which will unite some of the biggest stars of Bollywood. ## As reported earlier, "Tiger 3" will have a cameo of Shah Rukh Khan as Pathaan and it was recently revealed that Hrithik Roshan's Kabir will also make an appearance in the movie. While SRK's role is at the crucial juncture of the movie, Hrithik's cameo will most probably feature in the post-credit scene. ## Yash Raj Films had recently completed the censor formalities as CBFC passed the movie with a 'U/A' certificate with an approved runtime of 2 hours and 33 minutes. The studio has now added 2 minutes and 22 seconds more to make it a 2 hours and 36 seconds long movie. ## It is said that Hrithik Roshan recently shot for his cameo role in "Tiger 3" at YRF studio. The post-credit scene will lead development of "War 2" which has already reportedly begun production. In "War 2", Hrithik will reprise his role while Telugu superstar Jr. NTR will be making his Bollywood debut with this movie. ## Directed by Maneesh Sharma, "Tiger 3" stars Salman Khan in the titular role alongside Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi. It is scheduled to release on November 12 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil, languages in the regular as well as the IMAX format. ## Stay tuned...

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Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5' To Go On Floors In January 2024
949 days ago
Bollywood

Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5' To Go On Floors In January 2024

Mumbai, November 8 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar and filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala reunite for the fifth instalment of the comic caper "Housefull". The movie was announced recently with Akshay and Riteish Deshmukh in the lead while Tarun Mansukhani will direct it. ## Now, according to a report by Pinkvilla, Housefull 5 will go on floors in January next year. The much-awaited comedy entertainer is currently in the pre-production work as the core plot of the movie is locked. Akshay and Sajid are working together to take the movie on floors from January 15, 2024. ## "Housefull 5" is easily one of the most expensive Indian movies and the costliest film in the franchise with a budget of over 350 crores. It will be extensively shot in the UK and the makers have planned it make the best comic caper coming out from India. ## The movie will have a huge ensemble as reports say that most of the actors from the previous films in the franchise will be returning to the upcoming movie. "Housefull 5" will have a grand release on Diwali next year in theatres worldwide. ## Meanwhile, Akshay Kumar is currently shooting for Mudassar Aziz-directed comic caper "Khel Khel Mein". He also has "Jolly LLB 3", "Sky Force", "Hera Pheri 3", "Welcome 3", and "Awara Paagal Deewana" in the pipeline while his next release is "Soorarai Pottru" remake followed by the much-awaited actioner, "Bade Miyan Chote Miyan". ## Stay tuned...

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Shah Rukh Khan's 'Jawan' Debuts On Netflix With Staggering Viewership
949 days ago
Bollywood

Shah Rukh Khan's 'Jawan' Debuts On Netflix With Staggering Viewership

Mumbai, November 8 - The highest-grossing Indian movie of 2023 Jawan starring superstar Shah Rukh Khan, debuted on Netflix with a staggering viewership. The movie grossed over 1150 crores at the worldwide box office during its theatrical run and was released on OTT after 8 weeks on November 2nd with an extended version. ## Directed by Atlee Kumar, the Hindi version of the action thriller scored 14.9 million viewing hours from 5.2 million views during its opening weekend of November 2 - November 5. It was the 4th most non-English movie worldwide on Netflix during the week of October 30 - November 5. The movie is trending in the top 10 in 18 countries, including number 1 in India, Sri Lanka, UAE, and 8 other countries. ## The Tamil and Telugu extended cut of "Jawan" also made it to the top 10 most-watched films in India during the same week, however, the viewership numbers for both weren't revealed by Netflix. In India, the Hindi version of the film easily topped the viewership chart, followed by the Telugu movie "Mad". ## Produced by Red Chillies Entertainment, "Jawan" is an action thriller, revolving around the social injustice in society and the corruption done by the politicians. It stars Shah Rukh Khan in a dual role as father and son who team up to rectify corruption in society. Nayanthara plays the female lead while Vijay Sethupathi appears as the main antagonist.## Deepika Padukone plays an extended cameo appearance in the movie alongside Sanjay Dutt in a cameo role. Sanya Malhotra, Priyamani, Girija Oak, Sanjeeta Bhattacharya, Lehar Khan, Aaliyah Qureshi, Ridhi Dogra, Sunil Grover, and Mukesh Chhabra have also appeared in other prominent roles in the film.## Stay tuned...

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Prabhas' 'Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire' Trailer Date Revealed
950 days ago
Tollywood

Prabhas' 'Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire' Trailer Date Revealed

Hyderabad, November 7 - The anticipation is shooting up for the release of Prabhas-fronted action drama Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire. Directed by Prashanth Neel, the film is scheduled to release on December 22nd and the makers are scaling up the promotional activities. ## According to the reports, Hombale Films is planning to set up massive cutouts of Prabhas' character in Mumbai, Delhi, and other cities to promote the film in Hindi in the coming days. The team is also planning to unveil new posters to reveal the distributors of the film in all areas. ## The trailer of the film has been one of the most eagerly anticipated. According to the latest reports in Telugu media, the trailer of "Salaar" is expected to be out in the first week of December, most likely on December 1st. The trailer release is expected to lead the team on an extensive promotional tour across the country till the release of the film. ## The film is produced by Hombale Films and this marks the studio and director Prashanth Neel's maiden collaboration with Prabhas who play the title role in the film. The movie also stars Shruti Haasan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Jagapathi Babu, Tinnu Anand, Easwari Rao, Sriya Reddy, and Ramachandra Raju in key roles. ## "Salaar" will be released in Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam, languages in the regular as well as the IMAX format. ## Stay tuned...

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Hit 'Sooryavanshi' Final Worldwide Box Office Collection and Records
950 days ago
Bollywood

Hit 'Sooryavanshi' Final Worldwide Box Office Collection and Records

Mumbai, November 7 - The Bollywood industry was going through the darkest phase ever and had no clue about what was the way forward back in 2021 after the COVID-19 pandemic. When the hopes were dying down, maverick filmmaker Rohit Shetty with superstar Akshay Kumar dared to help the industry come out from this dark phase by releasing the long-awaited cop action drama Sooryavanshi on the occasion of Diwali 2021. ## Releasing "Sooryavanshi" at that time was a stunning dare move as cinemas were still not allowed to operate at full capacity and the audiences were still reluctant to visit theatres for fear of the COVID-19 virus. It was also the first major Bollywood movie to get released in theatres after the pandemic and the industry had pinned their hopes on its big times. ## There were clouds of doubt on things would go with the movie at the box office, also, there were glim hopes that the audience would embrace the much talked about new normal, and fortunately for the makers and the industry as a whole, the risk paid off as the movie emerged as first Bollywood success since January 2020 when the pandemic didn't even exist in India. ## The cinemas were operating at 50% occupancy yet "Sooryavanshi" did unthinkable keeping the ground reality in mind at that time. The film went on to score over 75+ crores net opening weekend collection and eventually became the first Bollywood movie to enter the 100 crores net club in the post-covid-era.## The movie continued to trend well after the first-week collection of over 120 crores net and went on to score close to 200 crores net lifetime collection. Worldwide, the movie made close to 300 crores gross in what can be termed a ground-breaking success which not only helped the industry to come out of a hopeless situation but also paved the way for other filmmakers to release their movies in theaters. ## Here is the final box office breakdown of Sooryavanshi## India Net Collection - 195.55 Cr. Approx.## India Gross Collection - 230.80 Cr.## Overseas Collection - 62.20 Cr.## Worldwide Collection - 293.00 Cr.## Box Office Verdict - Hit## As far as the box office verdict, "Sooryavanshi" will be termed as a 'hit', knowing that high cost was involved in it. However, it will forever be called a saviour of the industry, knowing that things were not fully favourable at the time it was released. The movie went to score some milestones at the box office which are as follows - ## - First Bollywood movie to score 100 crores worldwide gross post the pandemic. ## - First Bollywood movie to score 200 crores worldwide gross post the pandemic.## - First Bollywood movie to score 100 crores domestic net collection post the pandemic.## - Highest-grossing film of Akshay Kumar post the pandemic. ## - Highest-grossing film of Katrina Kaif post the pandemic.## - Highest-grossing film of director Rohit Shetty post the pandemic.## - Highest-grossing Bollywood movie of 2021.## Stay tuned...

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Ranbir Kapoor and Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Animal' To Have A Wide Release In North America
950 days ago
Bollywood

Ranbir Kapoor and Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Animal' To Have A Wide Release In North America

Los Angeles, November 7 - Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor's Animal is all set for the widest release ever for a Hindi film in North America. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, "Animal" is one of the hugely-awaited Indian movies, scheduled to release on December 1st. ## Nirvana Cinemas and Moksha Movies in North America will distribute the action drama film. On Tuesday (November 7), the studio announced on social media that "Animal" will be released in 888+ theatres across the region, making it the widest release for a Bollywood movie. ## The first-time collaboration between Ranbir and director Sandeep Vanga, who previously helmed mega-blockbuster "Kabir Singh", is creating huge curiosity among the fans and general audiences. The movie will premiere on November 30 in North America with the show starting at 5 AM (IST). ## Produced by T-Series, and Bhadrakali Pictures, "Animal" revolves around a troubled father-son bond against the backdrop of extreme bloodshed in the underworld which causes the son to become a vicious psychopath, as per the synopsis by Wikipedia. ## The film stars Ranbir Kapoor alongside Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, and Tripti Dimri in prominent roles. ## The anticipation is building. Get ready to witness the incredible cinematic experience on big screen. Biggest release for any hindi film in North America#AnimalTheFilm pic.twitter.com/4f0TMdaAwE— Nirvana Cinemas (@NirvanaCinemas) November 6, 2023 ## Stay tuned...

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SSMB29: SS Rajamouli's Next With Mahesh Babu To Go On Floors In April 2024
950 days ago
Tollywood

SSMB29: SS Rajamouli's Next With Mahesh Babu To Go On Floors In April 2024

Hyderabad, November 6 - After the monumental success of "RRR", maverick filmmaker SS Rajamouli's next film is with Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu. Tentatively titled SSMB 29, the movie was supposed to commence in 2023 but the script warranted more time to get completed which pushed the plans further. ## Now, according to a report by Pinkvilla, SS Rajamouli and his father, KV Vijayendra Prasad are expected to lock the final screenplay draft by the end of this year and are looking to start the filming by April 2024. It will be a jungle adventure film, to be made on a global standard by keeping the Indian touch to it. ## The expectations from SSMB 29 are sky-high after the massive worldwide success of "RRR". According to the report, SSR is in talks with Disney and Sony to partner on this feature film with the idea of taking the content to the remotest corners of the world. There is a new set of audiences has emerged for an SSR movie which has opened the gate for Hollywood studios to partner with India's one of the finest ever filmmakers. ## While the film will have a lot of VFX, the shoot will take place at real locations in India and abroad. The movie is said to be deeply rooted in Indian culture just like the previous films of SSR and it is said that Mahesh Babu's character will have traits of Lord Hanuman in the film. ## Meanwhile, Mahesh Babu is currently shooting for "Guntur Kaaram" under the direction of Trivikram Srinivas. The film is scheduled to release on January 13, 2024, and after its release, the actor will start preparation for SSR's film. ## Stay tuned...

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