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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Dhurandhar Box Office (Worldwide): Ranveer Singh-starrer Tops 150 Crores After Big Opening Weekend
185 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office (Worldwide): Ranveer Singh-starrer Tops 150 Crores After Big Opening Weekend

Mumbai, December 7 - Director Aditya Dhar returned with a bang after 6 years with Dhurandhar, which has exploded at the global box office, delivering one of the most impressive opening weekends of the year. The spy-action thriller has not only exceeded trade expectations but also delivered a career best worldwide launch for actor Ranveer Singh. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Inspired by the incredible true events, Dhurandhar hugely benefited from all the chatter around it, as it off to over 150 crores worldwide opening weekend. In India, the film has demonstrated extraordinary pull, minting 123+ crore gross, driven by packed shows in major metros and strong turnout in Tier-2 and Tier-3 circuits. With word-of-mouth remaining solid and action entertainers traditionally showing good legs, the domestic performance is expected to maintain momentum through the week. Overseas as well, the performance has been solid. The film has collected an estimated 34.50 crore gross, with North America leading the charge with an estimated $2+ million debut. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The opening also makes this the biggest debut of Ranveer Singh's career, surpassing the numbers of Padmaavat and Simmba. For director Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar stands tall as a monumental achievement with record opening. It is his only second directorial, including URI: Surgical Strike (2019), which was a big blockbuster. With early trends extremely positive, Dhurandhar is poised to continue its blockbuster run in the coming days, raising anticipation about how high the film can soar in the weeks ahead. Stay tuned...

Zootopia 2 Box Office (China): Outgrosses The Fate Of The Furious To Become Second Biggest Hollywood Grosser
185 days ago
Hollywood

Zootopia 2 Box Office (China): Outgrosses The Fate Of The Furious To Become Second Biggest Hollywood Grosser

Mumbai, December 7 - Disney's buddy cop comedy Zootopia 2 continues its phenomenal run in China, grossing huge $116 million in the second weekend and becomes only the second Hollywood film ever to cross $400 million in the market and is now behind only Avengers: Endgame ($632 million) to become the number 1 non-Chinese title. The animated sequel has surpassed the lifetime grosses of The Fate of the Furious ($393 million) on Saturday itself to become the second biggest Hollywood movie in China. Through the second Sunday, it has already grossed $431 million in 12 days. Trade is projecting it to reach $500 million by next weekend, reducing the gap to Engame. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film's extraordinary reception, driven by strong nostalgia and family appeal, has pushed it into the record books. It entered its second week with remarkable momentum, displaying minimal drops across weekdays. It has resonated strongly with audiences of all ages, giving it one of the best word-of-mouth trajectories for an animated release in the region. As the film continues to hold strongly, it is being projected that Zootopia 2 may add several more millions to its already staggering total. While crossing Endgame appears to be a wait-and-watch situation, the sequel's astonishing performance has already set new benchmarks for animated films. Stay tuned...

Tere Ishk Mein Box Office (Day 10): The Romantic Drama Becomes First 100 Crore Net Grosser For Dhanush
185 days ago
Bollywood

Tere Ishk Mein Box Office (Day 10): The Romantic Drama Becomes First 100 Crore Net Grosser For Dhanush

Mumbai, December 7 - National award-winning actor Dhanush finally has his first 100 crores net grosser at the domestic box office as his romantic drama Tere Ishk Mein, co-starring Kriti Sanon, has breached this major milestone on its second Sunday. Directed by Anand L Rai, the intense love story is looking to score around 6.75-7 crores net on its 10th day, which takes its total domestic haul to 100 crores net collection. The Hindi version has scored an estimated 95 crores net, while the Tamil version has minted 5 crores through the second Sunday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Tere Ishk Mein has done well in the second weekend despite the arrival of Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar, which has clearly dominated the weekend with over 75% market share. The positive word of mouth for Rai's directorial ensured the movie stayed afloat and unlocked a major box-office milestone. As said, TIK is the first 100 crores net grosser for Dhanush, whose previous record holder was A-rated action thriller Raayan, which managed to hit around 95 crores net across languages. Interestingly, the actor delivered his career-best grosser in a Hindi film, which is not his regular or primary language. TIK is only his third Bollywood theatrical movie after Raanjhanaa (2013) and Shamitabh (2015). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Tere Ishk Mein is being hailed for its intense narrative, chartbuster music and Dhanush's performance, which continues to receive widespread praise, while Kriti Sanon's role has been highlighted as one of her best, and their chemistry is being highlighted as one of the major factors behind the film's big success. Stay tuned...

Avengers: Endgame Returns - Marvel's Highest-Grossing Film Sets Re-Release Date
186 days ago
Hollywood

Avengers: Endgame Returns - Marvel's Highest-Grossing Film Sets Re-Release Date

Mumbai, December 6 - One of the highest-grossing films of all-time, Marvel Studios Avengers: Endgame is making its return to the big screen, ahead of Avengers: Doomsday release on December 18 next year. Originally released in 2019, the beloved Marvel epic will be re-released in theatres on September 25, 2026. The studio, however, didn't confirm whether it will be a worldwide or just a domestic (North America) re-launch, or how long the window will be. Directed by the Russo Brothers, who are also directing Doomsday, Endgame was a global phenomenon back in 2019. It stormed the box office everywhere it got released and eventually became the highest-grossing movie ever with $2.79 billion for some time before James Cameron's Avatar ($2.92 billion) reclaimed its spot. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Avengers: Endgame was the culmination of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Phase 3, and it proved to be the most emotional outing for Marvel fans for many reasons. The film bid goodbye to Robert Downey Jr.'s Iron Man, as well as Chris Evans' Captain America, and Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow, who later featured in the character's spin-off in 2021's Black Widow. The trio has been one of the major reasons behind the MCU's global success. Meanwhile, Robert Downey Jr. has returned to the MCU with Doomsday, but not as Iron Man, but as Doctor Doom, who is the main villain of the next saga. Currently in production, Doomsday will feature many notable MCU stars, including Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Letitia Wright as Black Panther, Paul Rudd as Ant-Man, Simu Liu as Shang-Chi, Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, and Tom Hiddleston as Loki, among many others. Stay tuned...

Dhurandhar Day 2 Box Office Early Estimates: Ranveer Singh-starrer Goes Overdrive To Score Big Saturday
186 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Day 2 Box Office Early Estimates: Ranveer Singh-starrer Goes Overdrive To Score Big Saturday

Mumbai, December 6 - Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar is showing excellent momentum at the box office, continuing the strong pre-release buzz. The spy actioner opened to a superb response, collecting approximately 27 crore net on opening day, marking one of the biggest starts for a Bollywood film in 2025. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The opening day collection reaffirmed audience curiosity for high-octane action cinema and signalled a promising weekend ahead. On Saturday, positive word of mouth came into play, which quickly translated into sharp growth. While morning shows began on a steady note, occupancies picked up rapidly from noon onward, with several centres registering impressive jumps. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Multiplexes and single screens both saw superb growth, showcasing the film's broad appeal among urban and mass audiences alike. As per early estimates, Dhurandhar has scored an excellent 30–32 crore net on Day 2, delivering a fantastic Saturday performance. The strong hold and upward trend suggest that viewers are resonating with the film's scale, action sequences, and Ranveer Singh's high-energy portrayal. This kind of second-day growth is often a key indicator of strong acceptance among the audiences. With two days bringing in around 57–59 crore net, Dhurandhar is now on track for a solid 90 crores net (+/-) opening weekend. If the current trajectory continues on weekdays, the spy thriller could emerge as one of Ranveer Singh's biggest commercial successes to date. Stay tuned...

Tere Ishk Mein Box Office Day 9: Dhanush, Kriti Sanon-fronted Sees 50% Growth To Reduce Gap For 100 Crore Net Milestone
186 days ago
Bollywood

Tere Ishk Mein Box Office Day 9: Dhanush, Kriti Sanon-fronted Sees 50% Growth To Reduce Gap For 100 Crore Net Milestone

Mumbai, December 6 - Director Anand L Rai's romantic drama Tere Ishk Mein continues its strong run at the box office on the second Saturday, showing nearly 50% growth from Friday. After holding very well through weekdays, the film kicked off the second weekend with a decent hold, before seeing a solid jump the next day. Starring Dhanush and Kriti Sanon in the lead roles, Tere Ishk Mein has minted an estimated 5.50 crores net on its 9th day, taking one more step towards the coveted 100 crores milestone. With approximately 93 crores so far, TIK will be looking to hit the milestone by tomorrow to become Dhanush's first film to do so. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Out of 93 crores net, the original Hindi version has clocked 88.50 crores after an estimated 5+ crores net on the second Saturday. The Hindi version alone is expected to enter the 100 crores club by the end of this week, which will be a major success given the genre and cast involved. The film's trending, backed by positive word of mouth and critics' reception, has been remarkably consistent, with collections refusing to slow down even in competitive markets. The superb growth indicates strong public reception despite the arrivel of Dhurandhar which is dominating this weekend with nearly 75% of the marke share. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhanush's performance continues to receive widespread praise, while Kriti Sanon's role has been highlighted as one of her best in recent times. Their chemistry and the emotional depth of the narrative along with music have emerged as key factors in the film's sustained box office momentum. Stay tuned...

Romantic Wave Returns In 2025: Sanam Teri Kasam, Saiyaara, Deewaniyat, Tere Ishk Mein Revive Big-Screen Love Stories
186 days ago
Bollywood

Romantic Wave Returns In 2025: Sanam Teri Kasam, Saiyaara, Deewaniyat, Tere Ishk Mein Revive Big-Screen Love Stories

Mumbai, December 6 - In an era when the box office is dominated by high-octane action films, the resurgence of the romance genre has become one of 2025's most talked-about developments at the Indian box office. Amid the unpredictability of the box office, the romantic genre has emerged victorious and how. Titles like Sanam Teri Kasam, Saiyaara, Deewaniyat, and Tere Ishk Mein have sparked renewed excitement among audiences, proving that love stories still hold a special place in the hearts of moviegoers. This, once a dominant wave, has reignited conversations about the timeless charm of emotional storytelling on the big screen. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) It's not like the genre didn't have success in recent times, but the momentum was missing until this year, when multiple films found success at the box office. The revival began with the re-release of Sanam Teri Kasam, which drew footfall despite being nearly a decade old. Its cult status, combined with strong nostalgia factors, turned the film into a trending topic after going unnoticed back its original run. Sanam Teri Kasam grossed nearly 40 crores, and is among the top-grossing Indian re-release films. Soon after, Yash Raj Films' Saiyaara hit the big screen and stormed the box office by becoming the biggest Indian romantic drama ever. The film's old-school romantic drama struck a chord with the audience who thronged to cinemas in large numbers to make it a path-breaking blockbuster in this genre with nearly 600 crores worldwide. Top 10 Most Searched Movies in India on Google in 2025 Following the big success of Sanam Teri Kasam re-release, actor Harshvardhan's Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat continued the momentum by attracting younger audiences seeking heartfelt narratives, melodious soundtracks, and relatable portrayals of love. It not only crossed 100 crores worldwide but also became the actor's biggest grosser yet. As the year was approaching its end, there came Dhanush and Kriti Sanon's Tere Ishk Mein, which further cemented the success of this genre with its strong theatrical run so far. The movie is currently playing in theatres in its second week, already grossing nearly 120 crores worldwide in 8 days. Its success showcased that well-made romantic dramas still have the power to pull crowds and spark conversations, contrary to the belief that only mass action entertainers guarantee big openings and long legs at the box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Adding to this successful streak, the romantic-comedy Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, scheduled for release on December 25, is already buzzing among audiences. Early chatter within the trade suggests a promising run, with the film expected to close the year on a high note for the romantic genre. Together, these films have not only dominated social media chatter but also reshaped industry expectations. The box office performance of these romantic titles stands as a clear reminder that big-screen cinema thrives across genres. Stay tuned...

Tere Ishk Mein Box Office: Dhanush, Kriti Sanon's Romance Drama Heading To Enter 100 Crore Club
186 days ago
Bollywood

Tere Ishk Mein Box Office: Dhanush, Kriti Sanon's Romance Drama Heading To Enter 100 Crore Club

Mumbai, December 6 - Dhanush and Kriti Sanon's Tere Ishk Mein has started the second weekend with a decent hold, scoring approximately 3.75 crores net collection in both Hindi and Tamil versions. The movie has a big competition this week in the form of Dhurandhar, which is clearly the number 1 movie of the weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Anand L Rai, Tere Ishk Mein lost around 60% shows in the second weekend from the first week due to the arrival of Ranveer Singh-starrer. In the original Hindi version, it raked in 3.50 crores net on the second Friday, dropping by around 77% from the first Friday, and approximately 25 lakh in Tamil. Overall, the romantic drama has piled up 83.25 crores net in Hindi and around 4.15 crores in Tamil, pushing the total domestic haul to 87.40 crores net (103.75 crores gross) through the second Friday. It will cross the 100 crores net mark by the second Sunday, and will become the first movie (Hindi or non-Hindi) of Dhanush to achieve the feat. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Tere Ishq Mein is also putting up decent performance at the overseas box office, grossing an estimated 14.25 crores in 8 days. Combined with domestic gross, it has minted 118 crores worldwide so far, heading towards 135 crores gross at the end of the second weekend. As said, TIK is a box office hit, continuing the good year for romantic dramas. At this point, the film is looking to finish its box office run around 175 crores worldwide, but it needs to be seen how it fares during the weekdays since Dhuradhar is expected to dominate with positive word of mouth by its side. Stay tuned...

Dhurandhar Box Office: Spy Actioner Emerges Ranveer Singh's Biggest Opener
186 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office: Spy Actioner Emerges Ranveer Singh's Biggest Opener

Mumbai, December 6 - Ranveer Singh's A-rated high-octane spy thriller Dhurandhar exceeded expectations, delivering the biggest opening day of the actor's career. The film arrived with solid buzz, but its real momentum began just a day before release, when advance bookings picked up sharply, pushing pre-sales to nearly 10 crore on opening day alone. This surge signalled that Dhurandhar was headed toward a significant start. On its opening day, Aditya Dhar's directorial scored an estimated 27 crores in net collection. There are allegations that the makers did some feeding, but the opening is good and career-best for Ranveer after beating Simmba, which minted 20.75 crores net and was the third-biggest Bollywood opening of 2025. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Initially, the trade expected an opening in the mid-teens, but the massive last-minute upswing changed the trajectory entirely. With strong pre-release excitement, the film's first-day projections quickly jumped to the 20 crore range. The anticipation around Ranveer's action-packed avatar and the sleek spy universe helped drive strong interest across metros and mass belts alike. What truly elevated Dhurandhar's opening-day numbers, however, was the strong spot-booking response. Positive early word-of-mouth fuelled walk-in audiences throughout the day, ensuring that the film didn't just rely on advance sales. The combination of action, style, and commercial storytelling appears to have clicked with viewers, resulting in packed shows across key centres. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Worldwide, Dhurandhar has grossed in the range of 40 crores, which is superb. With this impressive start, Dhurandhar becomes Ranveer Singh's biggest opener to date — a milestone that boosts both the film's momentum and the actor's box-office standing. If the audience reactions continue on the same positive note, the film is well-positioned for a strong weekend and potentially a robust lifetime run. Stay tuned...

Border 2 Trailer/Teaser: Sunny Deol's War Epic To Release Teaser On December 16
187 days ago
Bollywood

Border 2 Trailer/Teaser: Sunny Deol's War Epic To Release Teaser On December 16

Mumbai, December 5 - One of the biggest Indian films in the making, Sunny Deol-fronted war epic Border 2 is less than two months away from hitting the big screens, and the makers are gearing up to kick-start the promotion real soon with the first look teaser trailer. Directed by Kesari fame Anurag Singh, the sequel to the 1997's Border has been carrying extraordinary buzz among the paying public. According to the latest reports, the makers are gearing up to release the teaser on December 16, a little over a month before the release date. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The teaser date of Border 2 perfectly aligns with the special occasion of Vijay Diwas. The movie is high on patriotism and is expected to draw a massive crowd. With the teaser on December 16, the makers are looking to set the tone for what is touted to be a cinematic event of the year. Produced by T-Series and J. P. Films, Border 2 features Sunny Deol in his returning role alongside Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, Sonam Bajwa, Mona Singh, and Medha Rana in prominent roles. The film is set to release on 23 January 2026, coinciding with the Republic Day weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The original Border, directed by J.P. Dutta, is considered one of the greatest Indian war films, which went on to become a cult classic. The film's powerful storytelling, iconic songs, and stellar performances are still being hailed. It was a huge box-office blockbuster, grossing over 55 crores worldwide. Stay tuned...

Pushpa 3 Plans Dropped? Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule First Anniversary Post Hints At Goodbye To The Franchise
187 days ago
Tollywood

Pushpa 3 Plans Dropped? Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule First Anniversary Post Hints At Goodbye To The Franchise

Hyderabad, December 5 - Superstar Allu Arjun sparked speculations about the future of his mega blockbuster Pushpa franchise after sharing an emotional anniversary post marking one year of Pushpa 2: The Rule. While fans were still hoping for some update on Pushpa 3, the actor instead penned a reflective message that sounded more like a heartfelt farewell than a continuation of the action drama franchise. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Allu Arjun's words have left many wondering whether the Pushpa franchise has quietly come to an end despite earlier confirmations from the team, especially from director Sukumar himself, about a third instalment. In his post on X, the actor wrote, "PUSHPA has been an unforgettable five-year journey in our lives," before expressing deep gratitude to audiences for the "immense love, strength, and courage" they gave the team. AA then went on to thank his co-stars, technicians, producers, distributors, and director Sukumar, referring to the entire experience in a tone fans felt was unusually conclusive. The actor concluded the post with, "With a heart full of gratitude once again... THANK YOU," without any mention of the franchise's plans. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Over the year or so, both Sukumar and the producers have hinted at a trilogy, and Pushpa 3: The Rampage was widely believed to be in development. However, Allu Arjun's anniversary note did not offer a single hint or assurance about the franchise's next chapter. Instead, the post has been interpreted by many as suggesting that the team may have wrapped up the saga with Pushpa 2, or at the very least, that the future of the third part remains uncertain. While the makers in previous interviews indicated that Pushpa would continue, the tone of Allu Arjun's message has hinted but confirmed that he has moved on from the epic journey, which kicked off in 2021. Until the official confirmation, the speculations will continue to swirl around whether Pushpa Raj's journey has reached its unexpected end — or whether Pushpa 3 is still silently in the works. PUSHPA has been an unforgettable five-year journey in our lives.This movie’s audience has given us immense love, strength, and courage to dive deeper into our craft. We will always be grateful to everyone in this country and beyond for making it a phenomenon.It has been my… pic.twitter.com/R45nH33dOR— Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) December 5, 2025 Stay tuned...

Dhurandhar 2 Release Date: The Second Part of Ranveer Singh's Spy Actioner To Release In March 2026
187 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2 Release Date: The Second Part of Ranveer Singh's Spy Actioner To Release In March 2026

Mumbai, December 5 - After the weeks-long speculations, Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar has been confirmed to be a two-part saga, with the second part coming on March 19, 2026, clashing with Toxic and Dhamaal 4. The development was confirmed with post post-credit scene of the film, which got released today. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the spy action thriller is getting a solid reception from the audience despite being one of the longest Indian films ever made, with 3 hours and 34 minutes. It is said that the lead to part 2 is solid and enough suspenseful to excite the audience. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The news about Dhurandhar 2 has been making rounds in the media for the last couple of weeks. It was reported that director Dhar shot over 7 hours of footage, with each shot being important in the context of the story, and it led the makers to come up with 2 parts indeed to release the film in a single part. Produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, Dhurandhar is set against the backdrop of the IC-814 hijacking in 1999 and the 2001 Indian Parliament attack. The film follows India's Intelligence Bureau Chief Ajay Sanyal, who crafts a daring and indomitable mission to infiltrate and dismantle a powerful terrorist network operating out of Pakistan. To execute this high-risk operation, Sanyal recruits an unlikely asset, a 20-year-old boy from Punjab, held captive for committing a revenge-driven crime. Recognising the boy's potential and raw intensity, Sanyal decides to mould him into a weapon capable of penetrating Karachi's ruthless underworld mafia. Stay tuned...