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Suriya's Vishwanath And Sons Reportedly Locks 100+ Crore Non-Theatrical and Theatrical Business

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Chennai, May 31 - Tamil superstar Suriya is on cloud nine after the blockbuster success of Karuppu, and his upcoming film Vishwanath And Sons is already generating strong buzz in the trade circles. The family comedy drama is scheduled to release this August, and the latest reports suggest that the film has secured a massive theatrical and non-theatrical deal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to the Tamil media reports, Vishwanath And Sons has reportedly locked over 100 crore in non-theatrical and overseas revenue, significantly strengthening the film's financial position ahead of its arrival in cinemas. The biggest contributor to the film's pre-release business is said to be its digital streaming rights. Reports indicate that the OTT rights have been sold for a whopping 85+ crore. In recent years, OTT deals have become a crucial revenue stream for big-budget Indian films, and Vishwanath And Sons appears to have secured one of the most notable digital agreements for a Suriya starrer. Apart from the digital rights, the film has reportedly fetched 12+ crore through its music rights, while the overseas distribution rights are said to have been sold for 15+ crore, indicating strong interest in international markets. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) With the combined value exceeding 112 crore, the film has already recovered a substantial portion of its reported production cost of 120+ crores. With Tamil Nadu and the rest of India theatrical deals are yet to be locked, the makers are already in profit even before its big screen debut on August 14. The development also highlights the continued demand for star-driven Tamil films in the digital and overseas markets, where established actors like Suriya command considerable value. The numbers have already become a major talking point among trade observers, and if the film manages to generate strong theatrical revenues upon release, Vishwanath And Sons could emerge as a back-to-back major success for Suriya.

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Karuppu Box Office: Suriya's Film Tops 200 Crore Domestically As It Nears 300 Crore Worldwide and 150 Crore In Tamil Nadu

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Chennai, May 30 - Suriya is enjoying one of the biggest box office triumphs of his career as Karuppu continues to dominate theatres across India and overseas markets. The fantasy action entertainer, directed by RJ Balaji, is marching towards a historic double milestone for the Tamil superstar at the domestic and worldwide box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) After 15 days in theatres, Karuppu has grossed approximately 274 crore worldwide and 134 crore in Tamil Nadu, which are already record numbers for the Singam actor. The film opened to strong collections and maintained excellent momentum through its first two weeks, putting it firmly on course to cross 300 crore globally and 150 crore in its home state. The film has emerged as the biggest Tamil hit of 2026 (so far), drawing audiences across domestic and international markets. At the time of writing this piece, it has topped 200 crores at the Indian box office, becoming the first film for Suriya to do so, as Tamil Nadu remains the film's strongest territory. With 134 crore already collected in just 15 days, Karuppu is expected to comfortably surpass the 150 crore mark in the state over the coming days. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Overseas markets have also contributed significantly to the film's success, with 75+ crores in 15 days. Combined with its robust domestic performance, Karuppu has amassed 274 crore worldwide, leaving the coveted 300 crore milestone within touching distance. Given the trend, the movie is expected to breach the milestone at the end of the third week or during the 4th weekend. The film marks the first collaboration between Suriya and RJ Balaji and has delivered the actor one of the biggest box office successes of his career. Suriya's performance, coupled with the film's blend of action, fantasy and emotional drama, has resonated strongly with audiences.

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Blast Day 3 Box Office: Arjun Sarja Starrer Grosses Rs. 5.23 Cr Amid 111% Saturday Surge

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The action-drama genre in Tamil cinema has found a fresh pulse with Blast, a film that combines a high-stakes martial arts core with a grounded narrative about a family's survival against corporate greed. The story follows Rajaraman, Neelaveni, and their fearless daughter Nila, whose intervention in a local harassment case leads them into a dangerous confrontation with a violent sand mining baron, Varun. This battle of karate versus criminal syndicates has clearly piqued the audience's interest, further bolstered by the thunderous Tamil debut of music director Ravi Basrur, who brings his signature sonic weight to the project. As we head into the conclusion of the first weekend, Blast has witnessed an extraordinary surge in its trajectory. It appears that positive word of mouth is doing the heavy lifting, as the film has managed to see a notable surge in footfalls every single day of its opening run. On its third day, this momentum delivered a massive shot of oxygen to the box office, with a net collection of 4.55 crore. This represents a staggering 111.6 percent growth compared to Saturday’s 2.15 crore, proving that Sunday has been a complete game-changer. This push brings the total India net collection to 7.95 crore within just three days, with the film playing across 2,294 shows on Sunday alone. The worldwide picture looks equally healthy for a mid-budget actioner. While the India gross has reached 9.13 crore, the overseas market contributed a solid 2.00 crore on Sunday, taking the total international gross to 4.05 crore. This brings the overall worldwide gross tally to 13.18 crore. When you consider that the film has sustained itself across a total of 5,911 shows so far, it is evident that the moolah is coming in from multiple territories with consistent momentum. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Looking at the state-wise breakdown for Sunday, Tamil Nadu remains the primary engine, contributing 3.00 crore gross to the kitty. However, the film is finding traction in neighboring states as well, with Kerala pulling in 80 lakhs and the Telugu market (APTG) adding another 75 lakhs. Karnataka saw a gross of 64 lakhs, while the rest of India contributed 4 lakhs, bringing the single-day India gross for Sunday to 5.23 crore. The Telugu version is also holding its own, particularly in Hyderabad, where overall occupancy stood at 32.5 percent. The ground-level occupancy in Tamil Nadu is particularly impressive, indicating strong word-of-mouth. Chennai led the charts with a 64.8 percent overall occupancy, peaking at a massive 85 percent for the night shows. Coimbatore followed closely with 58.5 percent occupancy. Even in smaller Telugu centers like Vijayawada and Vizag, the film maintained steady occupancy levels between 17 and 20 percent. The footfalls are also reflected on digital platforms, with BookMyShow recording 152,890 tickets sold in the last 24 hours, bringing the platform's total to nearly 249,000 tickets. In the national chains, the film saw a significant volume of ticket sales as well. PVR saw approximately 12,000 tickets sold, while INOX and Cinepolis contributed roughly 3,500 and 1,700 tickets respectively. This brings the total ticket count in these three major chains to 17,200 for the day. For a film marking Ravi Basrur's entry into the Tamil market, the initial response suggests that the combination of gritty action and martial arts training has successfully landed with the mass audience.

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Drishyam 3 Day 10 Box Office: Mohanlal's Film Nets Rs. 5.10 Cr and Breaks Records in Karnataka

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The return of Georgekutty has clearly struck a chord with the audience, as Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 is currently showing the kind of box office dominance we usually associate with major festival releases. In just ten days, the film has managed to rewrite several record books, proving that the brand value of this franchise is arguably the strongest in Malayalam cinema today. It is not just about the local market either; the film is performing like a global juggernaut, comfortably crossing milestones in record time. On its second Saturday, the film witnessed a significant surge in momentum. The Day 10 collections stood at 5.10 crore, which is a healthy 18.6 percent jump from the 4.30 crore it earned on Friday. This late-week oxygen has pushed the total India net collection to 91.35 crore, while the domestic gross has officially breached the 100-crore mark, sitting at 106 crore. This makes Drishyam 3 Mohanlal's fourth film to enter the domestic 100-crore gross club, a feat very few actors in the industry can claim. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The story is even more impressive when you look at the worldwide picture. The overseas market contributed another 6 crore on Saturday, taking the total international gross to 113.75 crore. When we combine the domestic and international numbers, the worldwide gross collection has now soared to 219.75 crore. In just ten days of its run, the film has already climbed to the 6th position in the list of highest-grossing Malayalam films of all time in India. The sheer speed of this ascent is a clear indicator of the film's universal appeal. Check out the top five Malayalam films with the highest Malayalam net collections over their first ten days. First 10 Days Highest Malayalam Movies - India Net CollectionMOVIE NAMEFIRST 10 DAYS NET COLLECTIONL2: Empuraan₹ 86.24 CrDrishyam 3 (Malayalam)₹ 79.40 CrThudarum₹ 69.09 CrVaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros₹ 69.00 CrLokah: Chapter 1 - Chandra₹ 55.70 Cr Regional performance remains a major highlight, especially in Karnataka. The film has officially collected 12.49 crore gross in the state, narrowly surpassing the 12.48 crore mark set by Empuraan to emerge as Mohanlal's highest-grossing film in Karnataka. Meanwhile, in North America, the film is holding steady with a Friday gross of 34,000 dollars, taking its total in that territory to 1.83 million dollars. These numbers suggest a very long and profitable road ahead for the producers. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Ground-level occupancy data further illustrates this success. In Kerala, Kochi remains the strongest performer with a staggering 56.8 percent occupancy, followed by Trivandrum at 33.5 percent. Even in non-Malayalam speaking regions like Bengaluru and Hyderabad, the film is attracting crowds with 25.5 percent and 16.5 percent occupancy respectively. This consistent interest across nearly 2,570 shows on Saturday alone is what is keeping the moolah flowing into the kitty. Looking at the ticket windows, the volume is quite substantial. On Saturday, BookMyShow recorded approximately 154,500 ticket sales, bringing the platform's total to a massive 3.47 million tickets for the entire run. The national chains are playing a significant role in this volume as well. On Saturday, PVR led the way with roughly 13,600 tickets, followed by INOX with 4,100 and Cinepolis with 3,300. In total, these three major chains moved about 21,000 tickets on the second Saturday. With the way the film is trending, it is safe to say that Georgekutty's latest secret is a blockbuster success.

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Bhooth Bangla Day 44 Box Office: Akshay Kumar Nears Kartik Aaryan's Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 Worldwide Record

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The horror-comedy landscape in Indian cinema has undergone a massive transformation over the last two decades. It all started back in 2007 when the legendary filmmaker Priyadarshan helmed the original Bhool Bhulaiyaa. With Akshay Kumar at the forefront, that film set a benchmark for the genre, eventually wrapping up its worldwide journey with about 82.35 crore. Fast forward to 2022, and the franchise saw a reboot of sorts under director Anees Bazmee. Starring Kartik Aaryan, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 became a massive phenomenon, scoring the highest opening of that year and finishing as Kartik’s first 200 crore global grosser with a lifetime worldwide total of 265.50 crore. Now, the wheel has come full circle. Akshay Kumar is back in the genre with Bhooth Bangla, and the box office numbers suggest that the veteran is ready to reclaim his territory. As of its 45th day the 7th Sunday, the film has achieved a significant milestone by essentially catching up to the global lifetime collections of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. This is not just a win for the star, but a testament to how much the market for horror-comedies has expanded since the 2007 original. The momentum over the seventh weekend has been particularly impressive. On Saturday, Bhooth Bangla witnessed a 45.5 percent spike in its earnings, bringing in 80 lakhs compared to the 55 lakhs it collected on Friday. This jump is a much-needed shot of oxygen for a film that has been in theaters for over six weeks. This Saturday performance pushed the total India net collection to 178.25 crore, while the worldwide gross climbed to 264.93 crore. With the film breathing down the neck of Kartik Aaryan's record, today's live tracking confirms the inevitable takeover. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Looking at the live data for Sunday, the film has already added about 20 lakhs net to its kitty by mid-afternoon. With the Sunday evening shows still ahead, Bhooth Bangla is now within striking distance of the 265.50 crore lifetime mark set by Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. It is expected to clear that hurdle by the time the final numbers for the day come in. This steady stream of moolah is a shot of oxygen few expected this late into the run, proving that even after 234,764 shows, the audience's interest is far from exhausted. The ground-level occupancy and ticket sales reflect this endurance. On Saturday alone, BookMyShow recorded over 12,000 ticket bookings, contributing to a massive cumulative total of over 3.33 million tickets on the platform. Even in the high-stakes national chains, the film is holding its own. On Saturday, PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis combined for approximately 2,000 ticket sales. The momentum hasn't dipped today either, as the national chains have already moved about 1,200 tickets by 2 PM on Sunday. This late-stage momentum shows that Bhooth Bangla is finding its second wind. By catching up to the 265.50 crore lifetime mark of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, Akshay Kumar has reclaimed a spot in the horror-comedy genre. While the film won't be catching up to the massive 400.35 crore worldwide record set by Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, matching the second part is a solid indicator of its longevity. The film continues to add a steady flow of moolah to its total, proving it still has a place in the market even after six weeks.

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May 2026 Box Office Report: Regional Cinema Dominates With Kruppu, Drishyam 3, Raja Shivaji Amid Bollywood's Struggle

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, May 30 - May 2026 turned out to be one of the most successful months for the Indian box office, with at least three major theatrical wins across the film industry. While the Tamil and Malayalam film industries continued their solid run through Karuppu and Drishyam 3, respectively, the biggest surprise came from Marathi cinema as Deool Band 2 emerged as an unexpected blockbuster, amid the underperforming Bollywood titles. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Karuppu and Drishyam 3's Blockbuster Run Suriya's Karuppu turned out to be a massive commercial success for Tamil cinema. Directed by RJ Balaji, the action drama shattered every major career record for Suriya and maintained extraordinary momentum throughout the month. Released on May 15, the film has crossed 270 crores worldwide in just 15 days so far, also earning more than 2x of Suriya's previous biggest grosser, Singam 2. The film has performed exceptionally well in Tamil Nadu with 130+ crores gross so far, while also drawing strong support from the rest of the domestic and overseas audiences. Meanwhile, Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 once again showcased the power of one of Indian cinema's most celebrated thriller franchises. Directed by Jeethu Joseph, the film opened to phenomenal numbers and continued its solid run across domestic and overseas markets despite mixed reception. Kerala led the charge on the domestic front, but the overseas market is once again proving to be a major contributor for a Malayalam title. In just 8 days so far, the film has minted 200+ crores worldwide, including 100+ crores overseas collection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Marathi Cinema Wins Big With Raja Shivaji's and Deool Band 2 Marathi cinema has emerged as a major winner this month with the blockbuster run of Raja Shivaji, and an unexpected success in Deool Band 2. Directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh, Raja Shivaji scripted history by emerging as the highest-grossing Marathi film of all-time, beating Sairat's 110 crores record, which stood for nearly 10 years. Released on May 1st, the historical epic has grossed over 115 crores worldwide in 29 days so far. Meanwhile, devotional drama, Deool Band 2, scored the limelight by delivering a surprise success. After a 2.90 crore gross opening, the film witnessed solid growth over the weekend due to positive word of mouth and showed remarkable consistency on weekdays. In 8 days so far, the film has minted 39+ crores gross, and is marching towards 50 crores, which is a blockbuster for the film of its scale. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Bollywood Underperforms With Pati Patni Aur Woh Do and Chand Mera Dil In contrast to the regional dominance, May 2026 also witnessed disappointments in Hindi cinema. Films like Pati Patni Aur Woh Do and Chand Mera Dil failed to generate the theatrical momentum the industry had expected. Pati Patni Aur Woh Do struggled to attract audiences despite being a sequel. The film opened to underwhelming occupancies and failed to show significant growth over the weekend. While PPAWD has managed to cross 50 crores worldwide, the overall total remains low considering the scale and expectations. Similarly, romantic drama Chand Mera Dil also failed to capitalise on its urban appeal and music-driven promotions. After failing to score a decent opening, the film hasn't shown the momentum required for a rebound. It has grossed around 28.50 crores so far in 8 days, which is a poor collection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top Indian Films In May 2026 (May Release Only) S. No. Movie Industry India GBOC Worldwide GBOC 1 Karuppu Tamil ₹ 198.30 Cr ₹ 274.00 Cr 2 Drishyam 3 Malayalam ₹ 100+ Cr ₹ 208.00 Cr 3 Raja Shivaji Marathi ₹ 111.10 Cr ₹ 115.40 Cr 4 Athiradi Malayalam ₹ 40.65 Cr ₹ 65.30 Cr 5 Pati Patni Aur Woh Do Hindi ₹ 51.25 Cr ₹ 59.00 Cr 6 Krishnavataram Part 1 Hindi ₹ 39+ Cr ₹ 39+ Cr 7 Deool Band 2 Marathi ₹ 39.15 Cr ₹ 39.15 Cr Data as of May 29 (GBOC - Gross Box Office Collection)

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Bhooth Bangla OTT Release Date: Akshay Kumar's horror-comedy sets its Netflix premiere

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The iconic reunion of Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan has once again proven to be a goldmine at the box office. After giving us timeless classics like Hera Pheri, Garam Masala, and Bhool Bhulaiyaa, the duo returned with the horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla, which dominated the theaters during its run. Now, following its successful theatrical innings, the film is ready to make its way to the digital world, allowing a wider audience to experience the thrills and laughs. When and where to stream Bhooth Bangla on OTT? According to latest reports, Akshay Kumar's horror-comedy is officially scheduled to make its OTT premiere on June 12, 2026. The digital streaming rights for the film were acquired by Netflix for a significant price. This release follows the standard theatrical window, giving fans the chance to watch the film from the comfort of their homes. Interestingly, the film was a safe venture for the makers even before its theatrical release. It is reported that the producers recovered a massive chunk of the estimated 120 crore budget through non-theatrical deals, securing 105 crore in total. This includes 60 crore from Netflix for digital rights, 25 crore from Zee Cinema for satellite rights, and 10 crore from Zee Music Company for music rights. What is the story of Bhooth Bangla? The film follows the journey of Arjun Acharya, played by Akshay Kumar, who inherits a massive, abandoned estate in the rural village of Mangalpur. Desperate for money, Arjun ignores the local warnings and decides to use the palace for his sister's lavish destination wedding. However, the village lives in constant fear of Vadhusur, a demonic entity known for brutally killing newlywed brides on their wedding night. As the festivities begin, terrifying paranormal activities erupt inside the mansion. Arjun, along with a chaotic group of friends and wedding planners, must frantically uncover the dark secrets of the estate to save his sister before she becomes the demon's next victim. Bhooth Bangla has been a massive success commercially, capitalizing on the nostalgia of the iconic actor-director duo. As of its 43rd day, the film is still running in theaters and has already completed over 2.33 lakh shows, maintaining a steady hold in both urban and rural centers. So far, it has achieved a worldwide collection of 263.98 crore, making it one of the most profitable horror-comedies in recent years. The strong performance in the domestic market, coupled with a healthy overseas contribution, continues to cement its status as a certified blockbuster even as it nears the end of its theatrical window. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Bhooth Bangla: Total Box Office Collection ( As of Day 43 ) CATEGORY COLLECTION (INR) India Net Collection ₹ 177.45 Cr India Gross Collection ₹ 210.23 Cr Overseas Collection ₹ 53.75 Cr Worldwide Total ₹ 263.98 Cr Bhooth Bangla: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Is Bhooth Bangla a hit or a flop? Bhooth Bangla is a certified hit at the box office. As of Day 43, the film has achieved a worldwide gross of 263.98 crore against a budget of 120 crore. When you factor in the 105 crore already recovered through non-theatrical rights, it is clear that the film has become a highly profitable venture for the makers. Where to stream Bhooth Bangla on OTT? The film will be available for streaming exclusively on Netflix. Who is the director of Bhooth Bangla? The film is directed by Priyadarshan, marking his highly anticipated reunion with Akshay Kumar after many years. What is the OTT release date for Bhooth Bangla? The reported OTT release date for Bhooth Bangla is June 12, 2026.

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Alia Bhatt, Sharvari Wagh's Alpha Release Date Preponed; Reason Revealed

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, May 30 - The release plans for Yash Raj Films' much-awaited spy thriller Alpha have reportedly undergone another major change, but this time, the film is moving up instead of getting delayed. According to the latest reports, the makers are considering preponing the film's release date from July 10 to July 3, 2026, in a strategic move to secure a longer uninterrupted box office run. Headlined by Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh, Alpha is one of the most anticipated films from the YRF Spy Universe. The action thriller is directed by Shiv Rawail, who directed YRF's The Railway Men, and it also features Bobby Deol and Anil Kapoor in pivotal roles. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Why Is Alpha Being Preponed? As per reports, YRF is looking to avoid a crowded mid-July box office scenario. The film was originally scheduled to arrive on July 10, but the studio is reportedly considering July 3 after changes in the release calendar of other major films. The move would allow Alpha to enjoy a cleaner theatrical run before the arrival of other big-ticket releases, including Dhamaal 4 and Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. It is said that producer Aditya Chopra sees July 3 as a stronger commercial window, potentially giving the film two weeks of relatively open play at the box office. A Crucial Film For The YRF Spy Universe (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Alpha holds special significance for Yash Raj Films as it is being positioned as the first female-led instalment in the blockbuster YRF Spy Universe. The franchise already includes successful titles such as Pathaan, War, and Tiger 3. The film has already seen multiple release date changes over the last two years. It was initially planned for a Christmas 2025 release before being shifted to April 2026 and later to July 10. Massive Expectations Around Alpha Buzz surrounding the film has remained consistently good, with recent reports revealing that Alia Bhatt will reportedly be seen in a fierce assassin avatar rather than a traditional spy role. The film has generated significant excitement among fans eager to see Alia and Sharvari headline a large-scale action spectacle.

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Drishyam 3 Box Office: Mohanlal Starrer Tops 100 Crore Domestically and 200 Crore Worldwide In 9 Days

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Kochi, May 30 - Malayalam cinema continues its dream run at the box office as megastar Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 has achieved yet another major milestone. The crime thriller has crossed the 100 crore mark in India gross collections and has simultaneously entered the prestigious 200 crore worldwide club within just nine days of release, emerging as one of the biggest successes of 2026. Directed by Jeethu Joseph, the third instalment of the iconic Drishyam franchise opened to massive anticipation and quickly translated that excitement into impressive box office numbers. Despite the mixed audience reception, the film has collected approximately 100+ crore gross in India, becoming the 8th Malayalam film to do so, while overseas markets have contributed around 108 crore, taking its total worldwide gross to an outstanding 208 crore in nine days. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Malayalam Films With 100 Crore Gross Domestically S. No. Film Domestic Gross Collection 1 Lokah Chapter 1 ₹ 184.00 Cr 2 Manjummel Boys ₹ 167.65 Cr 3 Vaazha 2 ₹ 149.50 Cr 4 Thudarum ₹ 141.60 Cr 5 Empuraan ₹ 124.50 Cr 6 2018 ₹ 110.50 Cr 7 Drishyam 3 ₹ 100.00+ Cr 8 Pulimurugan ₹ 100.00 Cr As of May 29, 2026. The film's performance has been particularly remarkable in international territories, where it has enjoyed an exceptional run across the Middle East, North America, Europe, and other key overseas markets. In fact, overseas collections have outpaced domestic earnings throughout most of its theatrical run, highlighting the global appeal of the franchise and Mohanlal's star power. Drishyam 3 had already signalled blockbuster potential by crossing the 100 crore worldwide mark in just three days, becoming one of the fastest Malayalam films to achieve the feat. The film maintained strong momentum throughout its first week and comfortably crossed the double-century mark globally during its second weekend. It has become the sixth Mollywood title to top 200 crores worldwide. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Malayalam Films With 200 Crore Gross Worldwide S. No. Film Worldwide Gross Collection 1 Lokah Chapter 1 ₹ 303.85 Cr 2 Empuraan ₹ 266.80 Cr 3 Manjummel Boys ₹ 241.00 Cr 4 Thudarum ₹ 235.40 Cr 5 Vaazha 2 ₹ 235.25 Cr 6 Drishyam 3 ₹ 208.00 Cr The latest achievement further strengthens Mohanlal's dominance at the box office. The superstar has consistently delivered major theatrical successes in recent years, and Drishyam 3 has now joined the list of his biggest worldwide grossers. The film has also become one of the select Malayalam titles to cross the 200-crore milestone worldwide, underscoring the industry's growing commercial reach. Featuring Mohanlal in his celebrated role of Georgekutty alongside Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Asha Sharath, and Siddique, the thriller continues to attract audiences despite the arrival of new releases. With strong word-of-mouth support and sustained overseas business, the film is expected to add significantly to its total in the coming days.

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Karuppu Day 15 Box Office: God Mode Starrer earns 3.73 Cr; hitting 200 Cr India Gross today

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Karuppu has entered its third week at the box office with a steady performance, bringing its total India net collection to 171.40 crore. On its 15th day, which was the third Friday, the film earned a net of 3.25 crore across 3,024 shows in India. This figure marks a 34.3 percent drop from the 4.95 crore collected on the previous day. This is expected as the film has been enjoying a high momentum period for an extended time, and it is now settling into a more consistent pace for its long run, with natural ups and downs during the holiday period. The total India gross collection currently stands at 198.28 crore. Given the usual jump in footfalls during the weekend, the movie is guaranteed to cross the 200 crore gross mark in India by today, its 16th day. This puts Karuppu in an elite club of high-earning regional films that have managed to sustain interest deep into their theatrical run. Looking at the engagement on BookMyShow for this third Friday, Karuppu sold approximately 77,000 tickets. By doing so, it has surpassed many other blockbusters like Leo and GOAT and is trailing only behind Jailer and Amaran, which sold 135,000 and 115,000 tickets respectively on their third Fridays. While Karuppu is slightly behind these giants, its overall performance remains robust, with a total of 4,095,560 tickets booked on the platform so far. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In terms of national cinema chains, the advance bookings for Day 15 showed focused interest. PVR led the contributions with 10,000 tickets, followed by INOX with 3,800 tickets and Cinepolis with 700 tickets. This brings the total across these major chains to 14,500 tickets, generating a gross of 21.53 lakhs. These numbers indicate that while the mass centers are driving the bulk of the revenue, the urban audience in multiplexes is still contributing to the daily totals. The regional breakdown highlights Tamil Nadu as the primary contributor, accounting for 2.90 crore of the 3.73 crore gross earned on Day 15. The Andhra Pradesh and Telangana markets added 0.50 crore, while Karnataka and Kerala contributed 0.20 crore and 0.12 crore respectively. In terms of language, the Tamil version remains the dominant force with a net of 2.85 crore, while the Telugu version brought in 0.40 crore. Cities like Chennai and Coimbatore maintain healthy occupancy rates at 32.8 percent and 27.8 percent, showing the film still has legs in its home state. In the Telugu market, Hyderabad had the highest show count, with the film running across 235 shows at an overall average occupancy of over 12 percent, followed by Vizag-Visakhapatnam with the film running across 63 shows at the same average occupancy level. Globally, Karuppu is also making its mark. The film collected 1.75 crore from overseas markets on Day 15, taking its total international gross to 75.75 crore. When we combine the domestic gross of 198.28 crore with the overseas earnings, the worldwide gross collection has reached 274.03 crore. With 76,385 shows completed across its run, the movie has successfully transitioned from a strong opening into a reliable hit that continues to draw audiences into the third week.

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Kattalan Day 1 Box Office Collection: Antony Varghese Starrer Grosses Rs. 4.35 Crore; Records a Good Opening in Kerala

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Antony Varghese, popularly known as Pepe, has returned to the big screen with his latest action-packed thriller, Kattalan. Directed and written by Paul George, the film has generated a lot of curiosity due to its rugged forest setting and its unexpected ties to the wider Marco universe. Set in the village of Aanakolli, the story follows Maari, played by Antony, who initially appears to protect the villagers from rogue elephants but eventually becomes an even greater threat. With a powerful background score by KGF Fame Ravi Basrur, the movie had a mid-week release on Thursday and has posted a decent set of numbers on its opening day. Looking at the numbers, Kattalan has delivered a massive career-best opening for Antony Varghese. With an India gross of 4.35 crore, it has easily overtaken his previous top openers like RDX, which earned 1.38 crore on its first day, and the 2021 hit Ajagajantharam, which opened around the 1-crore mark. This jump in opening-day figures is a clear indicator of Pepe's rising bankability as a solo lead. On its first day, Kattalan collected a net of 3.80 crore at the Indian box office, which was achieved across 3,358 shows nationwide. When we look at the gross collections, the film earned 4.35 crore in India. Since the overseas numbers are yet to trickle in, the worldwide gross currently stands at 4.35 crore. For a film primarily rooted in the Malayalam market, these are healthy starting figures, especially considering it released on a working Thursday. It is also important to note that the film is currently navigating a significant screen crunch, as Drishyam 3 is simultaneously running in theaters and dominating a major portion of the available screens. The performance was heavily driven by the home state, Kerala, where the movie saw strong footfalls. In Kerala alone, the film grossed 3.50 crore, while other regions like Karnataka and the Telugu states provided additional support. Here is the state-wise gross breakdown for the opening day: (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Kerala: ₹3.50 Cr APTG (Andhra Pradesh & Telangana): ₹0.30 Cr Karnataka: ₹0.18 Cr Tamil Nadu: ₹0.09 Cr Rest of India: ₹0.30 Cr Analysing the language-wise performance, the Malayalam version contributed the lion's share of the revenue, netting 3.25 crore with an impressive 48% occupancy. The film also saw a multilingual release, with the Hindi version bringing in 0.28 crore and the Telugu version adding 0.20 crore. The Tamil and Kannada versions had a quieter start, contributing 0.05 crore and 0.02 crore, respectively. In terms of major regions, Kochi stood out with an exceptional 77.8% occupancy, while Trivandrum also performed well at 42.3%. Kattalan Movie - Day 1 India Net CollectionLANGUAGEINDIA NET COLLECTIONMalayalam₹ 3.25 CrHindi₹ 0.28 CrTelugu₹ 0.20 CrTamil₹ 0.05 CrKannada₹ 0.02 CrTotal Day 1₹ 3.80 Cr (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The ticket sales data reflects a positive trend as well. On BookMyShow, Kattalan sold 61.86K tickets in the last 24 hours alone, bringing its total sales on the platform to 126.73K tickets so far. Looking at the national chains, the film sold over 1,100 tickets in advance across PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis. The majority of these sales came from PVR, which accounted for more than 800 tickets. Overall, Kattalan has had a solid start, particularly in the Kerala market. The dark themes and high-octane action sequences seem to be resonating with the core audience. While the Hindi and Telugu versions had a slow start in terms of occupancy, the upcoming weekend will be crucial for the film to gain traction in these markets. With a unique plot and a strong lead performance by Antony Varghese, the movie is expected to see a significant jump in collections over Friday and Saturday.

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Cocktail 2 Trailer, Starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, To Be Launched On June 2

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, May 18 - Maddock Films' Cocktail 2 is among the most-awaited Bollywood films of the year. The buzz for the film is getting stronger with each passing day, with chartbuster music dropping every week. The romantic drama starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna is scheduled for June 19, and the makers are set to unveil the trailer soon. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) During an earlier event in Mumbai attended by the film's lead cast, along with director Homi Adajania, producers Dinesh Vijan and Luv Ranjan, and music composer Pritam Chakraborty, the makers announced that the trailer of the sequel would be launched on May 29. However, the latest development is that the trailer has been delayed, and it will now be released on June 2nd. The makers clarified that the delay in the trailer will not affect the film's release. While the reasons for the sudden change have not been disclosed, it appears to be part of a broader promotional strategy, as the makers want to keep the buzz alive, leading to the theatrical debut. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The premise of the film is not known yet, and the upcoming trailer is expected to showcase the film's central themes of relationship drama, humour, and emotional conflicts. Apart from the film being a sequel to a successful film, its casting is another major plus, which seems to be a major factor driving the buzz. Directed by Homi Adajania, who also helmed the original Cocktail, the upcoming film is described as a spiritual successor rather than a direct sequel. It revisits themes of friendship, romance, and emotional complexities set against a contemporary urban backdrop. The original film, featuring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty, became a memorable hit due to its music and fresh take on relationships.