BY SUNIT JANGIR

Chennai, April 27 - Thalapathy Vijay's long-delayed political action thriller Jana Nayagan is finally gearing up to see the light of day. Directed by H Vinoth, the film has been at loggerheads with the censor board over its political tone, especially with the election in Tamil Nadu in which Vijay is contesting. According to the report by Pinkvilla, Jana Nayagan will be released on May 8th, just after the election results. The results will be announced on May 4th, and the makers seem to be in no mood to delay the release date anymore, especially the fact that it was leaked online recently. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Produced by KVN Productions, the much-awaited film was originally scheduled to release on January 9 this year. However, the censor board delayed the certificate due to the political tone of the movie. The makers tried to release by the end of January, but the certification was yet to be resolved. Recently, the makers got a major blow when reports of the film's leak emerged. The team issued the statement and urged everyone to refrain from sharing the leaked footage to avoid legal consequences. Despite this unfortunate incident, the movie is still expected to rock the box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) As has already been confirmed by Vijay himself, Jana Nayagan will be his final before as has stepped into full-time politics. The movie also stars Bobby Deol as the antagonist alongside Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, Priyamani, Narain, and others in key roles.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Bhooth Bangla has solidified its status as a commercial success, wrapping its second weekend with a strong 29.00 crore nett in India. The Akshay Kumar-starrer showed a definitive upward trend, collecting 12.50 crore on its tenth day—a 16.3 per cent jump from Saturday's 10.75 crore. This performance has pushed the film’s 10-day domestic total to 113.40 crore, while its worldwide gross now stands at 179.48 crore. The film effectively capitalized on the second weekend surge, maintaining steady momentum through a high show count of 9,498 shows and proving that the horror-comedy brand has sustained its grip despite facing fresh competition from new releases. The performance of Bhooth Bangla in national chains highlights a significant surge in family audience footfalls. On Sunday, the film recorded 57,000 tickets sold across Naiotnal chains, up from 16,000 on Friday. However, the new release Michael managed to outpace the horror-comedy in terms of sheer volume in these chains, selling 60,000 tickets on Sunday. The film actually initiated its theatrical run with a Day 0 preview collection of 1.70 crore from 1,006 shows, recording a healthy 13 per cent occupancy. This early interest set the stage for its 14.80 crore opening weekend, with the national chains showing a significant build-up from 2,000 shows on Friday to 2,200 shows by Sunday.Michael had a steady opening weekend, starting with 3.70 crore on Friday, growing to 5.25 crore on Saturday, and 5.85 crore on Sunday, taking its three-day total to 14.80 crore nett. While Bhooth Bangla leads the overall charts due to its established momentum, Michael has shown a healthy 58 per cent growth from its opening day to Sunday, indicating a positive initial reception. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Box Office Weekend Performance - April 24-26, 2026MOVIE NAMEWEEKEND NET (INDIA)TOTAL INDIA NETBhooth Bangla (Week 2)₹ 29.00 Cr₹ 113.40 CrMichael (Week 1)₹ 14.80 Cr₹ 14.80 CrDhurandhar 2 (Week 6)₹ 7.95 Cr₹ 1,130.59 CrVaazha 2 (Week 4)₹ 7.50 Cr₹ 121.58 CrBharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam (Week 3)₹ 4.43 Cr₹ 20.44 Cr In the regional circuits, Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros has scripted history by becoming the highest-grossing film of all time in the Kerala market. With a kerala Gross of ₹137.13Cr crore as of its 26th day, it has officially surpassed the previous record of 120.85 crore held by Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra. The record-breaking total of 121 crore was achieved in just 24 days, showcasing the rapid pace at which it overtook the previous benchmark. On BookMyShow, the film's pre-sales of 86K tickets eventually ballooned into a sensational 4.83 million total, with the fourth weekend alone contributing significantly to this tally through a steady occupancy of 10.69 per cent in national chains on Sunday.The film's fourth weekend remained sensational, with 201K tickets sold on BookMyShow, pushing its total platform ticket count to 4.83 million. Data from national chains further illustrates this late-run grip, as ticket sales grew from 2,000 on Friday to 5,000 on Saturday, peaking at 5,700 on Sunday. This weekend surge saw occupancy levels in national chains rise from 7.00 per cent to 11.00 per cent. The stability is evident as it continues to run across 847 shows on its fourth Monday, with live collections already reaching 0.23 crore, ensuring the film adds significantly more to its record-breaking tally before the run concludes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The long-running juggernaut Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has wrapped its thirty-ninth day with a worldwide gross of 1,777.52 crore. On its sixth Sunday, the film collected 3.40 crore nett (3.25 crore from the Hindi version), maintaining an incredible 11.24 per cent occupancy in national chains despite being in its sixth week. The film has now sold 1.79 crore tickets on BookMyShow, with 51,940 tickets sold on Sunday alone. While the sequel has been a massive global grosser, a look at the 6th weekend ticket sales on BookMyShow shows a shift in late-run volume; the original Dhurandhar had moved 284K tickets in its sixth weekend, whereas Dhurandhar 2 has moved 157K tickets, indicating that while the sequel has higher financial peaks, the original had a slightly higher volume of footfalls at the same stage.It currently needs approximately 10.50 crore more to beat the 1,788.06 crore lifetime global total of Baahubali 2. Given the current pace, the film is expected to bridge this gap and become the second highest-grossing Indian film of all time by the end of its sixth week or early in the seventh weekend. Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam also witnessed a notable jump in its third weekend, collecting 1.85 crore on Sunday, a 23.3 per cent growth from Saturday's 1.50 crore. This brings its 17-day total India net to 20.44 crore. The film's occupancy in National chains rose from 11.00 per cent on Friday to 18.00 per cent on Sunday, indicating a steady interest from its niche audience.The film faced surprising competition in national chains from Hollywood and niche titles on Sunday, as Project Hail Mary recorded a high 19.00 per cent occupancy. Despite this crunch in urban screens, Bharathanatyam 2 managed to sell 49.63K tickets on BookMyShow in the last 24 hours alone, bringing its platform total to 742.08K tickets. Basically, the weekend has been sorted for the established hits, While the weekend has consolidated the massive run of Dhurandhar 2, Michael has found a decent opening window. The upcoming weekday holds will be the real test for Michael's sustainability, whereas Dhurandhar 2 is already cruising toward historical milestones as a highly profitable venture.

BY SACNILK TEAM

Here is the Marathi movie Raja Shivaji box office collection, which is a historical action drama film. This film is directed by Riteish Deshmukh and produced by Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company. ## Raja Shivaji stars Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Genelia Deshmukh, Bhagyashree Patwardhan, Fardeen Khan, Salman Khan, and Sachin Khedekar in key roles. ## Raja Shivaji Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language DayIndia Net Collection Day 1 [1st Friday] ₹ - Cr * may earn Total ₹ - Cr ## India Net Collection ₹ - Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ - Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ - Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ - Cr ## Raja Shivaji Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Raja Shivaji Verdict: Coming Soon ## Raja Shivaji Screen count ## India: - ## Overseas: - ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 1st May 2026 ## For more and the latest news about Marathi Film Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Raja Shivaji has officially opened its advance bookings for the Marathi version, signaling the start of what is expected to be a historic theatrical run for the legendary warrior epic. Directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh, the film is slated for a massive worldwide release on May 1, 2026, perfectly timed to capitalize on the Maharashtra Day holiday boost. With Jio Studios presenting the film under its Make in India, Show the World philosophy, the project represents one of the most ambitious historical productions to emerge from the region, backed by an estimated budget exceeding 100 crore. The partnership between Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios and Riteish Deshmukh’s Mumbai Film Company has been in development for nearly eight years, reflecting the meticulous planning behind this large-scale venture. Shot over approximately 100 days in authentic locations like Mahabaleshwar, Satara, and Wai, the film chronicles the early years of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and the establishment of Swarajya. This deeply personal project for Riteish Deshmukh follows a string of recent successes for Jio Studios, including Stree 2 and Dhurandhar 2, and the industry is watching closely to see if this language-agnostic production can achieve a similar level of global resonance. Basically, the digital buzz is already translating into significant momentum on ticket-booking platforms. Within the last 24 hours alone, Raja Shivaji recorded 6.2K interests on BookMyShow, comfortably outpacing other high-profile upcoming titles like HJTIHH and KD The Devil. Even high-budget pan-India titles like Spirit, Toxic, and Peddi are currently trailing with 1K interests each over the same 24-hour window, underscoring the localized domestic hype for the Riteish Deshmukh starrer. Total interests on the platform have already crossed the 83,000 mark, signaling a massive opening day, particularly across the Maharashtra circuit. While the Marathi bookings are currently live in several regions, the Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam versions are expected to roll out across all major chains like PVR INOX and Cinepolis over the next 24 hours to meet the pan-India demand. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) आजपासून तुमच्या साथीने सुरू होणार एक नवी सुरुवात... 🚩‘हिंदवी स्वराज्याचे संस्थापक’ छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराजांच्या प्रेरणादायी जीवनावर आधारित चित्रपट ‘राजा शिवाजी’अ‍ॅडव्हान्स बुकिंग सुरू झाले आहे – आजच तुमची तिकीटं निश्चित बुक करा!🔗- https://t.co/wEYrGR1opq🔥 १ मे २०२६ पासून… pic.twitter.com/STqv0dTPeB— Jio Studios (@jiostudios) April 27, 2026 The film rests on a strong financial foundation, having reportedly secured a record-breaking 150 crore digital deal well before its theatrical launch. This strategy mirrors the ecosystem-led distribution model Jio Studios successfully employed for Dhurandhar 2. Adding to the theatrical pull is the high-voltage excitement surrounding Salman Khan’s cameo as Jeeva Mahala, which is expected to provide a major fillip to the Hindi version's performance. With a celebrated ensemble cast and the technical expertise of cinematographer Santosh Sivan and music directors Ajay-Atul, the production scale is designed to compete with recent historical blockbusters. By natural course of trajectory, the combination of a major holiday release and the emotional connect of the subject matter should ensure a robust opening weekend. The release strategy is aimed at making the film a global event, with Jio Studios leveraging its vast distribution network to ensure maximum screen space. As the Hindi and Telugu bookings open up fully, the focus will remain on the pace of the pre-sales over the next 48 hours. If the current interest levels are any indication, Raja Shivaji is on track to challenge historical box office records and cement its status as a landmark achievement in Indian cinema.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge collected 3.25 crore nett approx on its sixth Sunday, bringing its total India net collection to 1,130.59 crore. With a worldwide gross currently standing at 1,777.52 crore, the film is now just 11 crore away from surpassing the 1,788.06 crore lifetime record of Baahubali 2: The Conclusion. Once this gap is bridged, which is expected to happen by the end of its sixth week, the film will officially become the second highest-grossing Indian movie of all time globally, trailing only Dangal. The sixth weekend trajectory for Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has been exceptionally steady, with the film collecting 1.55 crore on Friday, 3.00 crore on Saturday, and 3.40 crore on Sunday across all languages. This 7.95 crore weekend total, which was driven by a 3.25 crore contribution from the Hindi version on Sunday, indicates a strong grip for a film in its thirty-ninth day. When compared to the 19.52 crore earned throughout the fifth week, the film is now on pace to wrap its sixth week in the range of 11 crore to 12 crore. Since the gap to surpass the 1,788.06 crore lifetime record of Baahubali 2 currently stands at approximately 10.50 crore, the definitive jump to become the second highest-grossing Indian film of all time is likely to occur by the end of the sixth week itself or by the dawn of the seventh weekend. The focus remains on the Monday hold; a collection staying above the 1 crore nett mark will ensure the milestone is breached before the next cycle begins. The focus remains on the Monday hold, where a collection above 1 crore nett is the benchmark required to keep the film on its record-breaking pace. Looking at the ticketing data, the sixth weekend saw a total of 157K tickets booked on BookMyShow, with 51.94K tickets sold on Sunday alone. The cumulative ticket sales on the platform have now reached a massive 1.79 Crore (17,996,590). For today, the national chains have recorded an advance of 6,200 tickets sold with a gross of 17 Lakhs across 1,400 shows. While the live morning collections are currently at 0.03 crore, the strength in the advance ticketing suggests that if the spot bookings pick up during the evening shows, the film can target that crucial 1 crore mark. Since the show count has naturally tightened to 350 shows in some regions while maintaining a larger presence in others, the maintenance of this occupancy will be vital to ensure the Baahubali 2 milestone is breached by the seventh weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Highest Day 39 Hindi Net CollectionsMOVIE NAMEDAY 39 NET COLLECTIONStree 2₹ 5.00 CrDhurandhar 2: The Revenge₹ 3.25 CrDhurandhar₹ 2.35 CrJawan₹ 2.09 CrPushpa: The Rule - Part 2₹ 2.08 Cr Analyzing the occupancy data, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge recorded an overall 29.34 per cent Hindi occupancy on Sunday, April 26. The film saw its strongest performance in the afternoon shows at 42.91 per cent and evening shows at 38.94 per cent. While it remains behind the record-holding 5.00 crore collection of Stree 2, which had a 33.28 per cent occupancy on its thirty-ninth day, it has successfully pulled ahead of Jawan and Pushpa 2, which earned 2.09 crore and 2.08 crore respectively. The surge from 3.00 crore on Saturday to 3.25 crore on Sunday indicates that audiences are still frequenting the nearly 3,000 shows currently playing across India. Basically, the sixth weekend has provided the necessary cushion to target the all-time number two spot globally. The upcoming weekday holds will determine whether the film finishes its run closer to the 1,800 crore mark or pushes even higher. If the film continues to sustain with drops of less than 15 per cent day-on-day, there is a clear path to adding another 20-25 crore to its final total. For now, the focus remains on the immediate 11 crore gap, which by natural course of trajectory is expected to be bridged by the time the film completes its seventh weekend. Crossing this threshold will officially cement Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge as the second biggest Indian film in history, trailing only Dangal on the worldwide stage.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Bhooth Bangla marks a pivotal homecoming for Akshay Kumar, signaling his high-stakes return to the horror-comedy arena—a genre he essentially architected nearly two decades ago. While the industry spent years debating whether the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise could sustain its momentum without its original star, Kartik Aaryan's two massive sequels appeared to have settled the score, until the reunion of the Akshay-Priyadarshan duo reset the benchmark. The narrative has now shifted from a simple clash of numbers to a deeper analysis of brand longevity; it is a question of whether the classic Priyadarshan style of situational humor and rooted folklore can outshine the high-gloss, VFX-driven sequels that have dominated the modern box office. Bhooth Bangla has wrapped its first ten days with a solid performance, especially when viewed through the lens of Akshay Kumar's recent theatrical run. Collecting 113.40 crore nett in India and 179.48 crore gross worldwide, the film has officially become Akshay's 20th entry into the 100 crore club. However, when placed side-by-side with the Bhool Bhulaiyaa sequels, the trajectory reveals a fascinating split between domestic pull and overseas stardom. While Kartik Aaryan’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 remains the undisputed leader in terms of sheer domestic volume, Bhooth Bangla is putting up a fierce fight against the benchmarks set by Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. 10-Day Box Office Comparison: The Battle of BrandsMOVIE NAMEINDIA NET (10 DAYS)WORLDWIDE GROSS (10 DAYS)OVERSEAS GROSS (10 DAYS)Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3₹ 199.00 Cr₹ 314.80 Cr₹ 76.00 CrBhool Bhulaiyaa 2₹ 122.69 Cr₹ 174.00 Cr₹ 30.00 CrBhooth Bangla₹ 113.40 Cr₹ 179.48 Cr₹ 44.50 Cr (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Analyzing the trends, it is evident that Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 benefited immensely from the established Manjulika legacy and a festive release window, allowing it to nearly double the opening week numbers of its predecessor. Bhooth Bangla, on the other hand, is carving its path as an original story. Despite having a lower India net than Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 at the 10-day mark, Bhooth Bangla has actually surpassed it in the worldwide gross category. This is largely driven by a superior overseas performance, where Akshay Kumar’s NRI fan base has contributed 44.50 crore compared to the 30 crore managed by Kartik’s second installment in the same period. The sustainability of Bhooth Bangla is the real story here, evidenced by the film mirroring the trajectory of a classic word-of-mouth hit. After maintaining a steady 5.75 crore on its second Friday, the movie showed a massive 87 per cent jump on its second Saturday to collect 10.75 crore, a trend rarely seen in recent mid-budget releases. This surge allowed the film to officially breach the 100 crore net mark in India by Day 9, indicating that the audience is reacting positively to Priyadarshan’s shift from the psychological thriller roots of the original Bhool Bhulaiyaa to a more folklore-heavy, fantasy-horror approach. While Kartik's sequels leaned into high-energy slapstick and VFX-heavy climaxes, Priyadarshan has doubled down on situational comedy and local superstitions, creating a distinct identity for his new venture that is clearly resonating with the family audience. Looking at the natural course of trajectory, Bhooth Bangla is exhibiting a steady hold that mirrors successful word-of-mouth hits. By collecting 12.50 crore on its tenth day, it has shown better late-week endurance than many recent sequels. If the film continues this momentum through the second week , it is on course to reach a 145 crore to 155 crore India net lifetime total. This would comfortably place it in the HIT category, marking a significant recovery for Akshay Kumar. The final verdict on whether Akshay Kumar can officially outshine the Kartik Aaryan sequels hinges on the film's ability to navigate a massive competitive hurdle arriving in just a few days. While Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 capitalized on a higher initial peak, Bhooth Bangla is currently at a crucial crossroad as it prepares for the high-stakes release of Raja Shivaji on May 1. The real test for the Priyadarshan-directed entertainer lies in the pace at which it can maintain occupancy while inevitably entering a phase where screen space will be shared with this major new arrival. To make a definitive prediction for the final lifetime closing, it will be essential to observe how the movie sustains its grip on the box office during this immediate transition. If Bhooth Bangla can hold steady despite the inevitable crunch in screens, it will prove that the legacy brand of the original has the internal strength to survive the momentum of modern sequels.