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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Top 10 Most Watched Non-Netflix Indian Films of 2025 On OTT: Akshay Kumar's Kesari Chapter 2 Tops
196 days ago
Digital Media

Top 10 Most Watched Non-Netflix Indian Films of 2025 On OTT: Akshay Kumar's Kesari Chapter 2 Tops

Mumbai, December 4 - The year 2025 has been decent for Indian cinema on streaming platforms, with several titles finding audiences beyond traditional theatrical circuits. Interestingly, most films on the list were released in theatres first, with very few direct OTT releases, showcasing the importance of the big screen. Among non-Netflix releases, Akshay Kumar's Kesari: Chapter 2 has emerged as the undisputed OTT champion of the year so far, clocking over 18 million views. Originally released in April, the film also became a major box office success. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In second place is Rajinikanth's Coolie, delivering an impressive 17+ million views. Close behind, the pan-India mega-hit Kantara: Chapter 1 continues to dominate with over 13 million views, slightly edging out Housefull 5. Family entertainer Tourist Family holds the fifth spot, maintaining steady popularity across demographics. The middle of the list features Sarzameen, followed by the Malayalam hit Lokah: Chapter 1, both crossing the 10-million mark—an indicator of their strong OTT reach. table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 16px 0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; } thead th { background: #e8f0ff; padding: 10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #d6dff2; } tbody td { padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d6dff2; } tbody tr:nth-child(odd) { background: #f7faff; } # Title Language OTT Views (Millions) 1Kesari: Chapter 2Hindi18+ M 2CoolieTamil17.50+ M 3Kantara: Chapter 1Kannada13.70+ M 4Housefull 5Hindi13.50+ M 5Tourist FamilyTamil13+ M 6SarzameenHindi10.70+ M 7Lokah: Chapter 1Malayalam10.50+ M 8Bhool Chuk MaafHindi8.60+ M 9ThudarumMalayalam8.50+ M 10Veera Dheera Sooran 2Tamil7.70+ M Note: Estimated views based on various sources. Stay tuned...

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Theatrical Runtime Revealed: One of The Longest Bollywood Films
196 days ago
Bollywood

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Theatrical Runtime Revealed: One of The Longest Bollywood Films

Mumbai, November 26 - Director Aditya Dhar's spy action thriller Dhurandhar is shaping up to be one of the most-awaited Bollywood films. Starring Ranveer Singh in the lead role, the film is based on incredible true events, and, according to the latest update, is set to be one of the longest films ever. It was recently reported that Dhurandhar is gearing up to be released in two parts due to the importance of the story. The first part was said to be over 3 hours, and now, as per Bollywood Hungama, the film's theatrical runtime is clocking around 3 hours and 30 minutes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) "Dhurandhar Part 1's length is said to be around 3 hours and 32 minutes. The final run time has been kept under wraps, but it's expected to be close to 3 ½ hours long. The process of acquiring the censor certificate has begun. Once the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) passes the film in a few days from now, the exact run time will be known", says the report. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) If the final runtime gets locked as mentioned above, Dhurandhar will be the 6th longest Bollywood movie of the 21st century and the longest since Jodhaa Akbar (2008), which ran for 3 hours and 34 minutes. "Dhurandhar tells a vast story, and hence the lengthy run time. Its storytelling will be on the same lines as Dhar's URI". Produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, the film also stars Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal, alongside Sara Arjun and Rakesh Bedi in key roles. It is scheduled to be released on December 5, 2025. Stay tuned...

Love and War Release Date: Is An Early Release On The Cards For Ranbir Kapoor's Period Romantic Drama?
196 days ago
Bollywood

Love and War Release Date: Is An Early Release On The Cards For Ranbir Kapoor's Period Romantic Drama?

Mumbai, November 26 - Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor has one of the best line-ups of films with multiple potential blockbusters. The Animal star will be seen headlining some of the most-awaited Indian films, including Love & War, Ramayana, and Animal Park. While the release dates of Ramayana Part 1 and Part 2 are locked for Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027, the uncertainty over director Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War is looming large, as the latest reports hint at a major twist despite it being already locked for an August 2026 release. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Love & War, which also stars Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, has been in production since last year, and some portion of the shoot is still pending. It was recently postponed to August 2026 from March 19, but according to the latest report by Bollywood Hungama, Ranbir is pushing SLB to prepone the release by a couple of months. Indian Cinema Prepares For Its Most Ambitious Line-up Yet With Ramayana, Varanasi, King, and More Since Ramayana Part 1 is already scheduled for Diwali 2026 release, Ranbir has reportedly requested SLB to move his period romantic drama up in June 2026, to maintain a reasonable gap between the two films. "He wants to ensure that there's at least 4 months' gap between Love And War and Ramayana. Since the date of Ramayana can't move, RK has requested Sanjay Leela Bhansali to bring Love And War on the big screen, latest by June 2026", says the report. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) It is said that Sanjay Leela Bhansali is still adamant to launch Love & War in August on Independence Day, since it's a lucrative window for box office dominance, but RK feels that there's too little of a gap between Love & War and Ramayana. Ramayana producer Namit Malhotra is also reportedly putting pressure on SLB to release his movie in June, as he doesn't want the aftermath of Love And War to impact Ramayana in any way. Sanjay Leela Bhansali is expected to take a call on the release date soon and make an official announcement. It will be Ranbir's first release since Animal (2023), which went to become his highest-grossing film with over 900 crores at the worldwide box office. Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Theatrical Runtime Revealed: One of The Longest Bollywood Films Stay tuned...

Is Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Based On The Life of Major Mohit Sharma? Director Aditya Dhar Clears The Air
196 days ago
Bollywood

Is Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Based On The Life of Major Mohit Sharma? Director Aditya Dhar Clears The Air

Mumbai, November 27 - Ranveer Singh-fronted spy action thriller Dhurandhar has been the talk of the town for the last few days after the trailer was launched. The makers have described the movie as "inspired by actual events", which has led social media users to dig deep to find the parallels. Ever since the trailer was launched, people began drawing parallels between Ranveer Singh's character and real-life national hero Major Mohit Sharma, the braveheart who went undercover as Iftikhar Bhatt to infiltrate Hizbul Mujahideen in the early 2000s. On Wednesday (November 26), director Aditya Dhar responded to Major Mohit's brother, Madhur Sharma, who tagged the filmmaker on social media and asked if the film was based on the undercover spy. Clearing the air, Dhar denied the rumours that say that the film is inspired by Braveheart. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) "Hi, sir - our film Dhurandhar is not based on the life of braveheart Major Mohit Sharma AC(P) SM. This is an official clarification. I assure you, if we do make a biopic on Mohit sir in the future, we will do it with full consent and in complete consultation with the family, and in a way that truly honours his sacrifice for the nation and the legacy it has left for all of us. 🙏 Jai Hind 🇮🇳", the URI director said. Hi, sir - our film Dhurandhar is not based on the life of braveheart Major Mohit Sharma AC(P) SM. This is an official clarification. I assure you, if we do make a biopic on Mohit sir in the future, we will do it with full consent and in complete consultation with the family,…— Aditya Dhar (@AdityaDharFilms) November 26, 2025 Produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, Dhuradhar stars Ranveer Singh alongside Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal, alongside Sara Arjun and Rakesh Bedi in key roles. The film will reportedly be released in two parts, with the first part scheduled to hit the big screen on December 5, 2025. Stay tuned...

De De Pyaar De 2 Collection: Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh's Rom-Com Tops 100 Crore Worldwide
197 days ago
Bollywood

De De Pyaar De 2 Collection: Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh's Rom-Com Tops 100 Crore Worldwide

Mumbai, November 25 - Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh-fronted romantic comedy De De Pyaar De 2 has topped the 100 crore worldwide mark, a decent milestone at the global box office. Directed by Anshul Sharma, DDPD2 took 12 days to go past the century mark worldwide. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While entering the 100-crore club is always noteworthy for a rom-com, the overall performance of the sequel is being viewed as satisfactory rather than impressive, especially considering the expectations attached to the brand value of the first film. The film opened on a modest note, and though it picked up over the weekend, the growth wasn't strong enough to signal a major blockbuster run. Gradual progress over the weekdays and a steady second weekend helped the film push its worldwide gross to over 100 crore, allowing it to just about cross the benchmark. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) At the domestic box office, DDPD2 has grossed approximately 77.50 crores in 12 days, which also reflects the mixed trend — not a failure, but far from the commanding numbers expected from a franchise-driven urban entertainer. Overseas, the film has posted around 22.50 crores so far to take its global tally past 100 crores. Despite this, De De Pyaar De 2 remains a fairly acceptable box-office outing, buoyed by family audiences. Overall, the film's entry into the 100 crore worldwide club is a decent achievement, but the verdict remains clear — the result is not extraordinary, merely satisfactory, and certainly below what trade circles had anticipated before release. Stay tuned...

Disney's Zootopia 2 Eyeing $500+ Million Worldwide Opening: Biggest of 2025
197 days ago
Kollywood

Disney's Zootopia 2 Eyeing $500+ Million Worldwide Opening: Biggest of 2025

Los Angeles, November 25 - Disney is finding itself in the uncharted territory of the 2025 box office, but not entirely in the unfamiliar situation, as the studio's highly-awaited animated buddy cop comedy Zootopia 2 is eyeing the biggest opening of the year with a sensational $500 million worldwide. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard, the sequel to the 2016 blockbuster is expected to deliver a massive domestic opening in the range of $125 million to $150 million, one of the highest for the year. But the real shockwave is coming from China, where Hollywood releases have struggled to regain pre-COVID momentum. In a rare post-pandemic resurgence for Western titles, Zootopia 2 is poised to dominate the Chinese box office, with trade estimates predicting an extraordinary $200 million+ five-day opening. Such a start would place it second only to Avengers: Endgame in the territory, marking a major comeback for Hollywood in the region. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) n the post-COVID era, only Spider-Man: No Way Home managed to take the opening of $500 million, and now, the Disney sequel is eyeing this massive milestone. It would also become the highest-grossing Hollywood release in China since the pandemic, surpassing Disney's own Avatar: The Way of Water, which earned over $240 million in the market. The upcoming Avatar: Fire & Ash, releasing next month, will be looking to capitalise on this renewed momentum. Stay tuned...

Tere Ishk Mein Advance Booking: A Double-Digit Opening On The Cards For Dhanush, Kriti Sanon's Romantic Drama
197 days ago
Bollywood

Tere Ishk Mein Advance Booking: A Double-Digit Opening On The Cards For Dhanush, Kriti Sanon's Romantic Drama

Mumbai, November 25 - Dhanush and Kriti Sanon's much-awaited Tere Ishk Mein is heading for a solid opening at the domestic box office after the early promising signs in the advance booking. Directed by Anand L. Rai, the film is scheduled to release on November 28 in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. The booking of Tere Iskq Mein was opened on Monday, November 24, and since then, it has been trending better than several Bollywood films of the year. As of 9 AM on November 26, the romantic drama has sold over 45K tickets worth 1.10 crore gross collection for the opening day. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In the three national chains (PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis), Tere Ishk Mein has sold nearly 20K tickets so far, and with almost 2 days left before the release, the pre-sales are expected to be among the highest of the year. The makers have done well to keep the buzz going with a solid trailer and songs, which is being reflected in the early pre-sales numbers. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Not many films this year have managed to take a double-digit opening at the domestic box office, but here, Tere Ishk Mein seems to be heading for that mark comfortably, if the pre-sales momentum continues. The lack of competition in its first week is a massive advantage for the film, which will further boost its opening day prospects. Tere Ishk Mein is touted as one of the best romantic dramas, and if it manages to click with the audiences, then it will be unstoppable at the box office, as romantic films have done well this year. As said, the early signs are very promising, and it is certain to take a good opening at the box office. Stay tuned...

Oscar 2026 Nominations: Indian Blockbuster Mahavatar Narsimha Shortlisted In Best Animated Feature Category
197 days ago
Bollywood

Oscar 2026 Nominations: Indian Blockbuster Mahavatar Narsimha Shortlisted In Best Animated Feature Category

Mumbai, November 25 - In a major boost to Indian animation, Kleem Productions and Hombale Films' Mahavatar Narsimha, which took the box office by storm, has been shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards across Best Animated Feature film category. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Ashwin Kumar, the movie has been listed alongside some of the potential winners, including KPop Demon Hunters, Zootopia 2, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, and many more. To qualify for Best Animated Feature, a film must be over 40 minutes long, with animation comprising at least 75% of the runtime. Hombale Films Announces Mahavatar Cinematic Universe: Complete Details Inside Earlier, India selected Dharma Productions' Homebound as the country's official Oscar entry in the international feature film category. Meanwhile, Mahavatar Narsimha is the first film in the Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, which will have a total of 7 movies. The next film in the series is Mahavtar Parashurama, which is set to debut in 2027 in theatres worldwide. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Released in July this year, Narsimha turned into a bona fide blockbuster at the box office, stunning trade and Indian industry alike. The film grossed approximately ₹ 325 crores worldwide, becoming the highest-grossing Indian animated film of all time by a massive margin, setting the stage for the next instalments to go even higher. Stay tuned...

Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan Tamil Nadu Theatrical Rights Sold For 105 Crore; Distribution Details Revealed
198 days ago
Kollywood

Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan Tamil Nadu Theatrical Rights Sold For 105 Crore; Distribution Details Revealed

Chennai, November 23 - Thalapathy Vijay's upcoming political action-drama Jananayagan is in the record books even before its release. The highly-awaited film's Tamil Nadu theatrical rights of the film have been valued at a staggering 105 crore, which is said to be one of the highest ever. The benchmark once again highlights Vijay's unmatched box-office pull in the state. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Unlike previous big releases that were sold to a single major distributor, the Jananayagan team opted for a split-distribution strategy, according to Valaipechu. The Tamil Nadu rights have been divided across five major distributors covering six crucial territories, ensuring wider risk-sharing while maintaining premium pricing. Distribution Breakdown Across Tamil Nadu - Salem, Trichy, Madurai – Sold to Five Star Senthil and Narayanasamy - Tirunelveli, Kanyakumari – Acquired by Pratap Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan Records Massive 325+ Crore Pre-Business - North Arcot, South Arcot – Bagged by S Pictures Seenu - Coimbatore – Taken by Mannar - Chennai City, Chengalpattu – Secured by AGS Maali The combined value of these six regions stands at 70 crore, while the total Tamil Nadu theatrical business is valued at 105 crore, setting an unprecedented milestone. The massive business reflects the buzz surrounding the film, which continues to grow. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The overall worldwide business of the film is expected to reach 400 crores, which is one of the highest ever for a Tamil film. With this remarkable achievement, Jananayagan not only raises expectations for its theatrical performance but also cements Vijay's legacy as a consistent trendsetter in the Tamil film business. Stay tuned...

Kartik Aaryan, Ananya Pandey's Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri Teaser Sets Viewership Record For A Rom-Com
198 days ago
Bollywood

Kartik Aaryan, Ananya Pandey's Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri Teaser Sets Viewership Record For A Rom-Com

Mumbai, November 23 - The buzz around Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday's romantic comedy Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is already soaring high, and the newly released teaser has taken things to the next level. The teaser has created a sensational impact online by setting a new viewership record for a rom-com. Directed by Sameer Vidwans, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is off to a flying start, with its teaser scoring 70+ million views in the first 24 hours across all platforms, which is reportedly a record for a romantic comedy, as per the makers. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The response to the teaser has taken everyone by surprise, as rom-coms rarely witness such numbers within a day. The chemistry between Kartik and Ananya, paired with vibrant frames and a catchy musical undertone, has clearly resonated with audiences. Social media is abuzz with discussions praising their refreshing pairing and the film's colourful vibe. The strong reception for TMMTMTTM's teaser indicates excellent buzz around the film, which is gearing up to open on Christmas 2025 in cinemas worldwide. It is currently one of the most talked about films, and with nearly a month to go before release, the buzz will only intensify with songs and trailer dropping next. Produced by Dharma Productions and Namah Pictures, TMMTMTTM is scheduled to hit the big screens on December 25, 2025, on the occasion of Christmas. Stay tuned...

Aneet Padda's Shakti Shalini To Be The Most Important Film of MHCU, Amar Kaushik Reveals Reason
198 days ago
Bollywood

Aneet Padda's Shakti Shalini To Be The Most Important Film of MHCU, Amar Kaushik Reveals Reason

Mumbai, November 24 - Aneet Padda has become a sensation after the massive success of her debut film Saiyaara. The actress has been flooded with a lot of offers, and she finally landed Maddock Films' Shakti Shalini, which is the next film in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. The film was recently announced with Thamma in theatres. While the director for the film is not yet confirmed, Amar Kaushik, the architect behind MHCU, revealed that Shakti Shalini is set to be the most important film of the universe, raising expectations for this upcoming film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Speaking to Zoom, the Stree director said, "When the horror comedy universe was being created, we already had that idea. But when we were writing it (Shakti Shalini), it occurred to us that this story could be the most important story in the universe, and it was a very unexplored character. You know, you don't know much about anyone." The filmmaker further revealed that the team was looking for a fresh face to lead the film. He revealed that after seeing her work in Saiyaara, and the kind of struggle she had during many auditions till she got that YRF's biggie, they decided to cast her for Shakti Shalini. The shoot of Shakti Shalini is expected to begin in January next year, as the film is scheduled to release on December 24, 2026. Stay tuned...

Ranbir Kapoor To Play Cameo In Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit, Starring Prabhas?
198 days ago
Tollywood

Ranbir Kapoor To Play Cameo In Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit, Starring Prabhas?

Mumbai, November 24 - After the monstrous success of Animal (2023), starring Ranbir Kapoor, director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's next film Spirit is among the most anticipated movies in Indian cinema. The Pan-India superstar Prabhas-fronted cop action thriller recently went on floors after months of pre-production work. As the film has kicked off its production, a latest rumour has taken social media by storm. As per the buzz, Vanga might collaborate with Ranbir once again, this time for a brief role. It is said that the Bollywood star will play a cameo and will appear at a crucial point in the film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) A source quoted by Deccan Chronicle revealed that Ranbir's entry will mark a "historic moment," as it will be the first time he and Prabhas share screen space. The actor's cameo, if true, is said to be creating a major turning moment in the story of Spirit. Indian Cinema Prepares For Its Most Ambitious Line-up Yet With Ramayana, Varanasi, King, and More Meanwhile, Prabhas recently completed his look test for this highly-awaited film, before kicking off shooting on November 23. It marks his first collaboration with Vanga, and expectations are sky-high. The film is said to feature the Baahubali star in a gritty, high-impact role, with Vanga promising a raw, emotional, and action-heavy narrative. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Produced by T-Series and Bhadrakali Pictures, Spirit also stars Tripti Dimri, Vivek Oberoi, Kanchana and Prakash Raj in prominent roles. Ranbir, meanwhile, will next be seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War, which also features Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, in August 2026, before the biggest Indian movie, Ramayana Part 1, on Diwali 2026. Stay tuned...