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Arjan Bajwa eager to play Air Force pilot on screen

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March 31, 2020 at 10:53 AM IST
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Arjan Bajwa eager to play Air Force pilot on screen

Mumbai, March 31 (IANS) Actor Arjan Bajwa says after playing Colonel Sunil Sheoran in his digital debut, "State Of Siege: 26/11", he now wishes to play an Air Force pilot on screen.





On his parameter of choosing scripts, the actor said: "This is the kind of roles I would like to play -- one that potentially creates impact. I think 'State of Siege' has already set the bar. Having said that, I am so eager to play an Air Force pilot in a film. That is what I am dying to play! I fly as a hobby pilot and aviation is my first love."





Created by Abhimanyu Singh and directed by Matthew Leutwyler, the story of the show is based on Sandeep Unnithan's book "Black Tornado: The Three Sieges Of Mumbai 26/11".





The show also features Mukul Dev, Arjun Bijlani, Vivek Dahiya, Sid Makkar, Tara Alisha Berry, Khalida Jaan, Jyoti Gauba, Roshni Sahota, Suzanne Bernert, Naren Kumar and Jason Shah.





Arjan went through an extensive process to get the look and the feel of Colonel Sheoran right. On the show, his protagonist is a commando of the National Security Guard (NSG). According to him several conversations with Col Sandeep Sen, who was the second command of Colonel Sunil Sheoran during the 26/11 Mumbai attack, helped him to get depth and understanding of the character.





"It is true that I always wanted to play a character in uniform on screen, and playing Colonel Sheoran let me do so. I had a feeling that such an opportunity could become a milestone in my career. With the kind of review I am getting, I hope it has become one. I see the journey upwards from here," said the actor who began his career in modeling and also acted in Telugu films before entering Bollywood.





Asked if he feels that the influx of digital entertainment has given the right opportunity for an actor like him, Arjan said: "I wouldn't say so. When it comes to playing a substantial part in a story, I have always done that. All my characters in Bollywood films and the few films I did in the South have always been pivotal roles. However, when one plays a character like Colonel Sheoran that releases on an OTT platform, the exposure is much bigger. The show and the actor get good marketing and our work gets better projection."





"State Of Siege: 26/11" is streaming on ZEE5.



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Bhooth Bangla Day 33 Box Office Collection: Film earns 0.90 crore with a remarkable 28.6% growth on its fifth Tuesday

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Bhooth Bangla is exhibiting a rare level of theatrical longevity as it moves through its fifth week. On Day 33, the film recorded a net collection of 0.90 crore, which represents a noteworthy 28.6 percent growth compared to the 0.70 crore earned on the previous day. For a production to post such a significant mid-week uptick this late in its run suggests a sustained demand that defies the usual downward trend seen after the first month of release. Operating across 2,439 shows nationwide, the film has pushed its total India net collection to 169.95 crore. In terms of domestic gross, the film has officially crossed the major milestone of 200 crore, currently standing at 201.47 crore. This performance highlights a highly efficient run, where the film continues to maximize its footprint even as show counts naturally consolidate. A closer look at the regional data reveals that the National Capital Region continues to lead the charge. With 297 shows, the region saw an overall occupancy of 23.3 percent, showing a clear build-up from 11 percent in the morning to 27 percent by the night. Mumbai followed a similar pattern of late-day strength, securing 21 percent occupancy over 90 shows. Ahmedabad also remained stable, contributing 14 percent occupancy across 165 shows, with its night screenings peaking at 20 percent. In the high-end multiplex circuits, specifically the national chains, the film maintained a steady pace.The film moved approximately 5,770 tickets across 817 shows, resulting in a gross of 7.50 lakh. While the occupancy in these specific chains hovered around 4 percent, the volume of shows ensures that the cumulative daily total remains impactful. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The digital engagement metrics further validate this growth. Ticket sales on BookMyShow saw a jump from 15.09 thousand on the fifth Monday to 21.7 thousand on Tuesday. Total digital bookings on the platform have now reached an impressive 31.73 lakh. This level of consistent ticket movement via online platforms is a strong indicator of the film's continued relevance among urban audiences. The global performance remains a key part of the success story. With an additional 0.05 crore coming in from international markets on Day 33, the total overseas gross has climbed to 53.60 crore. When combined with the domestic gross, Bhooth Bangla now stands at a worldwide total of 255.07 crore. Analytically, the 28 percent jump on a fifth-week Tuesday is the highlight here. It indicates that the film is not just lingering in theaters but is actively pulling in audiences who may have missed it during the initial rush.As it approaches the 170 crore net mark in India, the film has firmly established itself as a major success in the horror-comedy space, securing its place as one of the most profitable and well-received entries in the genre recently.

Raja Shivaji Day 18 Box Office: Earns Rs. 1.15 Cr; Now Just 5 Cr Away From Surpassing Sairat's All-Time Worldwide Record Box Office
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Raja Shivaji Day 18 Box Office: Earns Rs. 1.15 Cr; Now Just 5 Cr Away From Surpassing Sairat's All-Time Worldwide Record

BY SACNILK

Raja Shivaji has maintained a steady presence at the box office as it enters its third week of release. While the initial momentum has naturally slowed down, the film is now approaching a significant historical milestone in Marathi cinema. On its 18th day, which was the third Monday, the movie collected a net of 1.15 crore across India. This represents a 66.7 percent drop from the previous day's collection of 3.45 crore, a trend that is expected for a weekday following a weekend. The language-wise breakdown for Day 18 shows that the Marathi version remains the primary driver of revenue, contributing 1.00 crore from 1,401 shows with an overall occupancy of 17 percent. The Hindi version added 0.15 crore from 764 shows, operating at an 8 percent occupancy level. These numbers bring the total India net collection to 85.70 crore, with the Marathi version accounting for 62.00 crore and the Hindi version contributing 23.70 crore so far. The total India gross has now reached 101.42 crore. Regional occupancy data for the Marathi version highlights strong interest in key cities like Pune and Mumbai. In Pune, the film saw an overall occupancy of 19.8 percent across 270 shows, with night screenings peaking at 23 percent. Mumbai followed with 337 shows and an overall occupancy of 15.3 percent. On the Hindi front, the film saw a 7.8 percent occupancy in both Ahmedabad and Surat, while the National Capital Region recorded 6 percent occupancy across 45 shows. This suggests that while the Marathi version holds strong in its home state, the Hindi version is finding its audience primarily in specific urban pockets. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film's performance in national chains on Monday saw a total of approximately 3,540 tickets sold. Breaking this down, PVR contributed 1,310 tickets, INOX followed with 1,240, and Cinepolis added around 990 tickets. On the BookMyShow platform, the movie sold 38.92 thousand tickets on its third Monday, bringing the total ticket sales on the site to over 23.32 lakh. These figures indicate that the movie still has a functional level of demand despite the length of its theatrical run. Looking at the broader financial picture, the film added 0.10 crore from overseas markets on Day 18, taking the total overseas gross to 4.00 crore. This brings the total worldwide gross collection to 105.42 crore. In North America, however, the film has struggled to find significant footing, closing its recent gross at 202 thousand dollars, which is categorized as a flop in that specific territory. Domestically, the film had a strong start with a Week 1 collection of 52.65 crore, followed by 24.30 crore in its second week. The most important story for Raja Shivaji right now is its pursuit of the all-time Marathi box office record. The film is currently just 5 crore away from surpassing Sairat to become the number one Marathi movie of all time. If it continues at this pace, it is projected to reach a worldwide total of 110 crore by the end of its third week. Achieving this would cement its legacy as a historic success and a new benchmark for Marathi cinema on the global stage.