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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Kalyani Priyadarshan's Lokah Reigns Supreme at Indian Box Office, Becomes Biggest Malayalam Grosser, Beating Manjummel Boys
256 days ago
Mollywood

Kalyani Priyadarshan's Lokah Reigns Supreme at Indian Box Office, Becomes Biggest Malayalam Grosser, Beating Manjummel Boys

Kochi, September 27 - Kalyani Priyadarshan's superhero film Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra can't stop breaking records at the box office as it continues its strong run. After becoming the highest-grossing Malayalam movie at the worldwide box office, it has now become the biggest Mollywood grosser domestically. The Dominic Arun's directorial has beaten Manjummel Boys, which grossed approximately 167.50 crores, in 31 days to become the biggest Malayalam grosser at the Indian box office. The film's total domestic gross now stands at around a record 169 crores. The film has been running to packed houses across Kerala, with extraordinary word-of-mouth propelling its collections week after week. It is just 9 crores away from dethroning Mohanlal's Thudarum (119 crores) to become the biggest grosser in the state. Lokah's mesmerising visuals, world-building, cinematography, production, soundtrack, and Kalyani Priyadarshan's solid performance have made it resonate with audiences far beyond the state’s borders. With this record-breaking performance, Lokah not only cements its place as a box office phenomenon but also highlights the growing reach and appeal of Malayalam cinema in India. Stay tuned...

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They Call Him OG Hits 200 Crore Worldwide: First For Pawan Kalyan
256 days ago
Tollywood

They Call Him OG Hits 200 Crore Worldwide: First For Pawan Kalyan

Hyderabad, September 28 – Power star Pawan Kalyan's gangster action drama They Call Him OG continues its solid run at the global box office. The Sujeeth directorial has now crossed the coveted 200 crore milestone worldwide, marking the first-ever film in Pawan Kalyan's career to achieve this feat. Released with massive hype, the film opened to historic numbers and registered one of the biggest debuts ever for an Indian film. Despite a noticeable dip after the record-breaking start, They Call Him OG managed to hold steady on Saturday, thanks to the superstar's unparalleled fan base and solid performance in the Telugu states. The worldwide collection of the film stands at approximately 200 crores in 3 days. The film's action-heavy narrative and stylish presentation have clicked with the audience, while Pawan Kalyan’s commanding screen presence has been the driving force behind its box office run so far. Its performance in overseas markets has also contributed significantly to the overall tally, with the 3-day overseas cum stands at around 55 crores. With They Call Him OG crossing 200 crores, Pawan Kalyan has now joined the elite club of South Indian superstars to score the milestone without much support from the Hindi market. The milestone also strengthens Sujeeth's position as a director capable of delivering big-ticket spectacles. The coming weekdays will be crucial in determining how high this film can eventually go, but for now, Pawan Kalyan has scored a career-defining box office triumph. Stay tuned...

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Tovino Thomas' Lokah Chapter 2 Officially Announced With A Special Promo
257 days ago
Mollywood

Tovino Thomas' Lokah Chapter 2 Officially Announced With A Special Promo

Kochi, September 27 - Producer Dulquer Salmaan's superhero film Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, starring Kalyani Priyadarshan, has turned out to be a mammoth box office success with a gross collection of over 280 crores worldwide. The movie, directed by Dominic Arun, is Malayalam cinema's biggest grosser of all time. On Saturday (September 27), the makers officially announced Lokah Chapter 2, which will be headlined by Tovino Thomas, who, along with Dulquer Salmaan, made cameo appearances in the first part. The announcement was made through a special video, which is intriguing and has set the stage for bigger things to come. In a nearly three-minute-long video featuring Tovino Thomas as Michael/Chathan and Dulquer Salmaan as Charlie/Odiyan, the duo are discussing their characters in a fun conversation. When Charlie describes Michael as a "boring" person, as he always remains drunk, the latter disagrees with it and says he is a fun guy, and that his and his 389 brothers' basic trait is drinking alcohol. Chathan then points to the 'They live among us' book, mentioning how the first chapter was about Kalliyankattu Neeli, whom he calls his girl, and shared that the second part will be about him. He reveals that his brother is violent, not 'fun' like him, as he claims he's after him and Moothon (voiced by Mammootty). When he asks Charlie if he would come in case of any help, he rejects, stating he wouldn't want to interfere in Chathan's family issues. After a small disagreement, Michael says he would bring Charlie even if he doesn't want to come. Dominic Arun will return to write and direct Chapter 2. The filming is expected to begin by the end of this year or early next year. Stay tuned...

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Shraddha Kapoor Announces Animated Film Chhoti Stree Before Stree 3
257 days ago
Bollywood

Shraddha Kapoor Announces Animated Film Chhoti Stree Before Stree 3

Mumbai, September 27 - Producer Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films is expanding its horror comedy universe and is set to introduce an animated film on Stree. The official announcement of the film was made on Saturday, 26, during the trailer launch event of Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna-fronted Thamma. Maddock had been teasing a big surprise for the past few days, and it was finally revealed during the Thamma trailer launch. The event was also attended by Shraddha Kapoor, who has been the biggest star of the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe with blockbuster films like Stree and Stree 2. While all eyes were on the Thamma trailer, Shraddha delighted the fans that before Stree 3, there will be an animated film titled Chhoti Stree based on the popular character. The animated movie will explore the backstory of Stree and will reportedly end with a scene of Stree 3, which will be released in 2027. "Kids and adults all watch Stree together. The interesting bit about Chhoti Stree is the way Amar and Niren have conceptualised it. It'll end with a scene from Stree 3. So, it'll transform from an animation to a live-action movie in the end. It'll also answer the question ki Stree ki back story kya hai. It'll arrive 6 months before Stree 3", Shraddha said. Meanwhile, Thamma, directed by Munjya fame Aditya Sarpotdar, is scheduled to release on October 21 on the occasion of Diwali. The film will feature a cameo of Varun Dhawan's Bhediya and is also linked with Munjya. Stay tuned...

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They Call Him OG Becomes Pawan Kalyan's Biggest Grosser In 2 Days
257 days ago
Tollywood

They Call Him OG Becomes Pawan Kalyan's Biggest Grosser In 2 Days

Hyderabad, September 27 - After the record-breaking opening, power star Pawan Kalyan's gangster action drama They Call Him OG witnessed a big drop on its second day, but the hold was good enough to make it the career biggest grosser of the superstar. Directed by Sujeeth, the film stormed the global box office with an opening of 144 crores worldwide (including premieres), marking not only Pawan Kalyan's career-best start but also one of the highest openings for an Indian film ever. However, Friday witnessed a significant drop of nearly 80%, bringing in around 28-29 crores worldwide gross. Despite the fall, OG has already overtaken the lifetime collection of Pawan Kalyan's Bheemla Nayak (₹158.5 crores) in just two days, becoming his biggest grosser. The film now stands at an estimated 172 crores worldwide gross, including approximately 123 crores from India alone. After the massive worldwide pre-sales of 98 crores, OG opened to mixed to positive reviews, which laid the foundation for a big start. However, the bigger-than-expected drop on the second day might have rung alarm bells, even though it is a norm for South Indian films to witness a decline in collection after a strong start. Produced by DVV Entertainment, OG needs to gross around 300 crores worldwide to break even. Ideally, such break-even targets should be achieved easily with the kind of opening OG had, but the same can't be said when it comes to South Indian films, which can take drastic turns, depending on word of mouth. OG, however, has the holiday advantage, which should help it score steadily. But it needs to be seen how things actually pan out in the coming days, which are crucial for its box office success. Stay tuned...

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Aayushmann Khurran and Rashmika Mandanna's Thamma Gets Official Release Date
257 days ago
Bollywood

Aayushmann Khurran and Rashmika Mandanna's Thamma Gets Official Release Date

Mumbai, September 26 - After months of anticipation, the release date of Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna's much-awaited horror-comedy Thamma has finally been locked. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, the film will be released on October 21, on the occasion of the Diwali festival. The release date was confirmed with the trailer, which was launched on September 26 during an event. The trailer is packed with horror, suspense, and comedy, promising another blockbuster ride in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. The movie also confirmed a cameo of Varun Dhawan's Bhediya. Thamma has been in the news ever since it was announced, primarily because of its fresh pairing of Ayushmann and Rashmika, who are collaborating for the first time, along with the movie's connection with Maddock's horror comedy universe. It is the 5th movie in MHCU. Thamma is touted to be the first bloody love story of MHCU. Also starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Paresh Rawal, Thamma is expected to draw audiences across regions during the festival of lights. The team is gearing up for an aggressive promotional campaign in the coming weeks to build further excitement ahead of its grand release. Stay tuned...

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Kantara Chapter 1 Makers Spark Dispute In Hindi Belt With Unreasonable Showcasing Demands Against Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari
258 days ago
Bollywood

Kantara Chapter 1 Makers Spark Dispute In Hindi Belt With Unreasonable Showcasing Demands Against Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari

Mumbai, September 26 - The Dussehra 2025 box office clash between South biggie Kantara Chapter 1 and the much-awaited Bollywood romantic comedy Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari seems to be taking an ugly turn after the makers demand exclusive excessive showcasing for the Kantara prequel. With less than a week to go before the release, the makers of both films are leaving no stone unturned to make their films reach the maximum audience, and in between, a dispute over showcasing has started making headlines. According to the report by Bollywood Hungama, AA Films, the distributors of Kanatar 2, have sent an email to the exhibitors regarding their requirement for the shows. It is said that "they have demanded that all shows in single-screen and 12 shows in two-screen cinemas. The latter also amounts to all shows; they mention the same clearly in the mail to avoid any confusion. Shockingly, they have also asked for 18 shows in three-screen multiplexes, which, in other words, also amounts to every show." The Kantara makers are very well aware that Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor's Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumar is releasing on the same day, yet they have asked for such a showcase in the Hindi belt, which is not just unreasonable, but also laughable. An exhibitor, on condition of anonymity, told Bollywood Hungama, "I don't agree with this unreasonable demand. We understand that Kantara is a highly anticipated film. But then, even Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari also looks like a fun entertainer, which will attract family audiences and youth. Hence, I'd like to play that film as well." The report further states that AA Films has demanded 100% shows in IMAX properties, along with a higher percentage of shows in theatres with 4-screens and beyond. It needs to be seen how things turn out, but at the moment, it doesn't look like the game is fair. Stay tuned...

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The Conjuring: Last Rites Becomes the 4th Hollywood Film of 2025 To Enter 100 Crore Club in India
258 days ago
Hollywood

The Conjuring: Last Rites Becomes the 4th Hollywood Film of 2025 To Enter 100 Crore Club in India

Mumbai, September 26 - Warner Bros. Pictures' supernatural horror thriller film The Conjuring: Last Rites has topped 100 crores gross collection at the Indian box office, becoming the fourth Hollywood movie of the year to hit the milestone. Starring Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson, The Last Rites achieved the milestone at the end of its third week. It has become the first non-India horror thriller title to reach 100 crores gross in India. The positive word of mouth and strong franchise value have proved to be a massive advantage for the film to conquer the box office. As said, The Conjuring Last Rites, directed by Michael Chaves, is the 4th Hollywood movie of 2025 to reach the milestone of 100 crores gross in the country. Earlier, Jurassic World Rebirth (123 crores), Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning (123.50 crores) and F1 Movie (127.50 crores) topped the milestone. Based on the real-life investigations of the Smurl haunting case, the ninth instalment in the over a decade-long running The Conjuring Universe has crossed $400 million worldwide. The movie has grossed approximately $403 million (3575 crores) globally, including $249.5 million (2215 crores) outside the North American box office. Stay tuned...

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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG Beats Rajinikanth's Coolie To Score Biggest Box Office Opening of 2025 In India
258 days ago
Tollywood

Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG Beats Rajinikanth's Coolie To Score Biggest Box Office Opening of 2025 In India

Mumbai, September 26 - Power star Pawan Kalyan has unleashed a box office storm with his gangster action drama They Call Him OG. The film has opened to record-breaking numbers domestically, registering the biggest opening of 2025, surpassing superstar Rajinikanth's Coolie, which belongs to a similar action-packed genre. Directed by Sujeeth, They Call Him OG scored an estimated 100 crore gross on its opening day at the Indian box office, including around 25 crore from premiere shows alone. This stellar start has eclipsed Coolie, which debuted with approximately 77 crore gross just last month. In terms of records, OG now holds the seventh-biggest opening ever for a Telugu film and the eighth-biggest for an Indian movie in the domestic market. In the Telugu states, the film has registered the third-highest opening day, trailing only behind RRR, starring Jr. NTR and Ram Charan, and Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule. Meanwhile, at the worldwide box office, OG has grossed around 140 crores, which is in the same range as Jr. NTR's Devara (142 crores) and Thalapathy Vijay's Leo (142.90 crores), featuring among the top 10 biggest Indian openers globally. It has beaten Prabhas' Saaho (130 crores). With this phenomenal start, OG is set to become Pawan Kalyan's highest-grossing film ever as early as its second day, surpassing Bheemla Nayak (158.50 crore lifetime). Needless to say, the film also marks the actor's biggest-ever opening, comfortably beating his earlier release Hari Hara Veera Mallu. Stay tuned...

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Kartik Aaryan Reunites With Director Luv Ranjan For Fifth Time; Details Revealed
258 days ago
Bollywood

Kartik Aaryan Reunites With Director Luv Ranjan For Fifth Time; Details Revealed

Mumbai, September 26 - Bollywood's heartthrob Kartik Aaryan is all set to reunite with director Luv Ranjan. After delivering cult favourites like Pyaar Ka Punchnama, Akaash Vani, Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2, and the blockbuster Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, the actor-director duo is back with their fifth collab, and first since Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, which turned into a big box office hit in 2018. According to Pinkvilla, Kartik and Luv Ranjan are coming together for an outright entertainer. The duo has been on the lookout for the right script for their reunion, and there's finally a script that warrants the union of this duo, responsible for as many as three pathbreaking entertainers. The movie is currently in pre-production and will start rolling next year. While the project has created excitement, several details are still under wraps. There have been rumours that the duo would team up for the sequel to Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, but there is no such development taking place at the moment. The casting for the other actors will be locked soon. Kartik, meanwhile, will next be seen in director Sameer Vidwans' romantic comedy Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, which is scheduled to release on December 31, 2025. He also has director Anurag Basu's untitled romantic drama, slated for Valentine's Day 2026 debut, alongside fantasy thriller Nagzilla (August 2026) and Captain India. Stay tuned...

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Top Films With 100 Crore Openings At The Indian Box Office: Prabhas Dominates With Five Films
258 days ago
Tollywood

Top Films With 100 Crore Openings At The Indian Box Office: Prabhas Dominates With Five Films

Hyderabad, September 26 - The Indian box office has seen several historic milestones over the last few years, but only a few films have managed to cross the coveted 100 crore mark on the first day in the domestic market. Dominated by Telugu origin films, the elite club is reserved for the biggest spectacles that not only ride on star power but also on unprecedented hype, massive release scales, and pan-India appeal. At the very top of the list is Pan India superstar Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule, which stormed into cinemas with an earth-shattering 209 crore opening in India — the biggest single-day haul ever recorded in the country. Close on its heels are director SS Rajamouli's blockbusters RRR and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, which grossed 156 crore and 153 crore respectively, setting benchmarks that seemed unbeatable at the time. Yash's KGF Chapter 2 followed with 134.50 crore, while Prabhas made his mark again with Kalki 2898 AD at 116 crore, Salaar at 107.10 crore, Saaho at 105 crore and Adipurush at 102.50 crore gross. The latest film in this prestigious club is Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG, which is estimated to gross over 100 crores in India. What's remarkable is that, except for one film, every single one of these 100 crore openers comes from South Indian cinema. The Telugu industry, in particular, has redefined the meaning of a "mass opening" in Indian cinema. Backed by visionary filmmakers like Rajamouli, Sukumar, Nag Ashwin, and Prashanth Neel, and powered by stars such as Allu Arjun, Prabhas, Ram Charan, Jr NTR, and Yash, these films have created a cultural and commercial wave that Bollywood has yet to match. Today, breaching the 100 crore mark on opening day in India has become the ultimate benchmark for any big-ticket release. With upcoming projects from the same powerhouses — be it sequels, mythological spectacles, or high-octane action dramas — the club is only expected to expand further. As Indian cinema continues to scale new heights, these films remain towering examples of how a perfect mix of scale, vision, and star power can turn a release into a nationwide festival. Films With 100 Crore Openings At The Indian Box Office Rank Film Title Day 1 India Gross Original Language 1.Pushpa 2: The Rule (2024)₹ 209.20 CrTelugu2.RRR (2022)₹ 156.00 CrTelugu 3.Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017)₹ 153.00 CrTelugu 4.KGF: Chapter 2 (2022)₹ 134.50 CrKannada 5.Kalki 2898 AD₹ 116.00 CrTelugu 6.Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire (2023)₹ 107.10 CrTelugu 7.Saaho (2019)₹ 105.00 CrTelugu8.Adipurush (2023)₹ 102.50 CrHindi9.They Call Him OG (2025)₹ 101.50 CrTelugu Stay tuned...

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Advance Booking Update
259 days ago
Sandalwood

Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Advance Booking Update

Bengaluru, September 25 - After scoring an unexpected big box office success with Kantara in 2022, Hombale Films announced Kantara 2, which is the prequel to the first film. Directed and headlined by Rishab Shetty, it has been one of the most anticipated Indian films with stakes higher than before. After going through an intense production process, the movie is finally ready to release on October 2, 2025, in multiple languages. With just a week to go before release, Hombale Films has confirmed that the advance booking of the Kantara prequel will open on September 26 in its home turf, Karnataka. The all-India booking of the film is expected to open on September 28 or 29, including the Hindi version. The dubbed Hindi version proved to be a big box office success back in 2022, with around 100 crores gross, and now, the trade is excited to see how things unfold for Kantara 2. As said, the pre-sales will go live first in Karnataka, where the movie is expected to see one of the best responses for a Kannada title. The movie is rooted in the local culture, which is a massive advantage for it in setting the box office on fire. Starring Rishab Shetty in the lead role alongside Rukmini Vasanth, Jayaram, and Gulshan Devaiah, Kantara 2's story delves deeper into the origins of the mythological tradition and ancestral conflict introduced in the first film. Set in pre-colonial coastal Karnataka, the film is expected to explore the ancient roots of the Bhuta Kola ritual and the folklore and history explored in the first film released in 2022. Stay tuned...

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