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Mahavatar Narsimha Day 2 Box Office Collection: Scores More Than 100% Jump Over First Day

Mumbai, July 26 - After surprising one and all with its opening day collection, Kaleem Productions and Hombale Films' animated epic action drama Mahavatar Narsimha has scored more than 100% jump today, and is heading towards a blockbuster opening weekend at the domestic box office. ## Based on the 4th avatar of Lord Vishnu, the film is directed by Ashwin Kumar and is the first film in the Kaleem Production and Hombale Films' Mahavatar Cinematic Universe. ## Mahavatar Narsimha Sees More Than 100% Jump On Day 2 ## Following its opening day net of 1.30 crore (1.60 crore gross) in the Hindi version, Mahavatar Narsimha saw a spectacular jump of nearly 150% on Saturday, scoring an estimated 3.75–4 crore gross (~3.25 crore net) in Hindi alone. ## The Telugu version wasn't far behind, registering a stunning 200%+ jump to post around 1.25 crore gross. Other language versions added approximately 25 lakh gross, bringing the total Day 2 gross to 5.25–5.50 crore (4.50–4.75 crore net) — a remarkable number for an animated devotional action epic. ## Mahavatar Narsimha Eyes 15 Crore Gross Opening Weekend ## With a two-day India gross of around 7.5 crore, the film is all set for another big jump on Sunday. The advance booking and trending word-of-mouth suggest that the film is headed for around 15 crore gross opening weekend — phenomenal for a genre that has traditionally been niche in the country. ## If momentum holds, Mahavatar Narsimha could not only become one of the highest-grossing animated Indian films but also pave the way for more animated divotional content on the big screen. It also marks an ambitious beginning of the Mahavatar Cinematic Universe (MCU). ## Note: The collection is with 3D charges.## Stay tuned...

361 days ago

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Akshay Kumar Hails Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda's Saiyaara: 'A Newcomers' Film Doing Well Is the Best Thing for Bollywood'

Mumbai, July 26 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has lauded the blockbuster success of Yash Raj Films' romantic drama Saiyaara, which features two newcomers, Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda. The movie, directed by Mohit Suri, has crossed 300 crores gross collection in 9 days, and is heading towards finishing over 500 crores gross. ## During a recent interview with Sonal Kalra of Hindustan Times, Akshay shared his thoughts on the movie and called it a watershed moment for the industry. "I think it's the best thing that has happened. For our Hindi film industry, it's a great moment that a film starring two newcomers—a new boy and a new girl—has succeeded," Akshay said. ## While he hasn't seen the film himself yet, Akshay mentioned that his cousin had recently watched Saiyaara and was thoroughly impressed by the performances. "They said both the leads are amazing. Sacchi keh raha hoon — it is such a good thing," he added. ## Saiyaara's success has come without the face value as it features unknown actors, and the Housefull star emphasised the same by calling it a positive sign for the industry, especially after a turbulent few years marked by underwhelming box office performance. ## "Films are slowly starting to do well again... It's a good sign that a newcomers' film is performing so well,” he said, while also praising director Mohit Suri, who has long been known for his knack for emotional storytelling and unforgettable music. "He's done an excellent job, and his song choices are truly amazing." ## Akshay Kumar, who has had a good year so far and will next be seen in the highly-awaited Jolly LLB 3, ended up saying that "Saiyaara is more than a box office hit - it's a sign of Bollywood's revival, led by the next generation", which is something many have been saying since the day the movie was released. ## Stay tuned...

361 days ago

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Box Office: Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda's 'Saiyaara' Tops 300 Crore Worldwide; Eyes 100+ Crore Gross In Second Weekend

Mumbai, July 26 - Yash Raj Films' romantic drama Saiyaara is in the middle of an excellent second weekend after the historic first week collection at the worldwide box office. The movie continues to defy odds and is putting up insane numbers daily. ## After a historic first week, the Mohit Suri's directorial has entered its second weekend on an excellent note. The film maintained a strong grip on its second Friday with a worldwide gross of over 30 crores, including its first million-dollar day overseas — a rare feat for a debutante-led romantic drama. ## Saiyaara Tops 300 Crore Gross Worldwide In 9 Days ## By the end of its 8th day (second Friday, the film had already amassed an impressive 282 crores gross worldwide, including approximately 229 crores from India and 53 crores from overseas. Now, on its 9th day, Saiyaara has officially crossed the 300 crore milestone globally, becoming only the second Bollywood film of 2025 to do so after Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava (which stands at 808 crores gross worldwide). ## Saiyaara Eyes 100+ Crore Gross Worldwide In Second Weekend ## Saiyaara began its second weekend with a 21.50 crore gross in India on Friday and is poised to collect around 30 crores on Saturday. Early estimates for Sunday suggest a 30–35 crore gross, which would take its second weekend domestic gross to an estimated 85+ crores (70+ crores net). ## In overseas markets, the film is expected to rake in another 28–30 crores over the weekend, taking the total second weekend worldwide gross to an estimated 115 crores — an extraordinary figure. It is a one-horse race at the moment, with not much challenge at the box office from new movies in India. ## By the end of its second weekend, Saiyaara is set to hit approximately 365 crores gross worldwide. At this pace, it will likely surpass the lifetime gross of Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani's Kabir Singh (377 crores) by Monday or Tuesday, becoming the highest-grossing romantic Indian film of all time (non-inflation-adjusted). ## Stay tuned...

361 days ago

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Mahavatar Narsimha Day 1 Collection: Animated Film Surprises With 2 Crore Gross Opening Day; Strong Advances For Day 2

Mumbai, July 26 - Director Ashwin Kumar's animated epic action drama Mahavatar Narsimha might have opened the door for Indian animation with a good opening at the domestic box office. Produced by Kaleem Productions in association with Hombale Films, is movie is based on the 4th avatar of Lord Vishnu. ## Mahavatar Narsimha Scored 2+ Crore Gross Opening Day In India ## Mahavatar Narsimha was released in 2D and 3D formats on July 25 amid low buzz and intense competition, but it surprised one and all with its first-day box office collection. The animated film grossed approximately 2-2.15 crores in all versions (including 3D charges), which is a fantastic opening. ## The Hindi version of the film did very well with approximately 1.50-1.60 crores gross (with 3D charges), followed by the Telugu version, in which the movie grossed around 40 lakh, while the rest of the versions minted 10 lakh approx. ## Strong Bookings For Mahavatar Narsimha On Day 2 ## If the day 1 collection of the film surprised everyone, get ready to be shocked by its second-day collection. The film is selling 12K tickets per hour, which is almost double that of Pawan Kalyan's biggie Hari Hara Veera Mallu, on Book My Show. The word of mouth for the movie is super positive and this should lead to a solid first weekend domestically. ## Stay tuned...

361 days ago

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Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR's 'War 2' Trailer Rocks With 55 Million YouTube Views In The First 24 Hours

Mumbai, July 26 - Yash Raj Films' next blockbuster War 2 is set to storm the box office this Independence Day weekend with huge anticipation around it. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, the film stars Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR (Bollywood debut), and Kiara Advani in the leading roles. ## Ahead of the film's release, the studio dropped the trailer on July 25, and it has received a thunderous response across languages. In the first 24 hours, the trailer generated 55 million views on Yash Raj Films' YouTube channel across Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil languages. ## The Hindi trailer of War 2 scored 26.3 million views, making it one of the most-watched Indian film trailers of 2025 in Hindi on the first day of release. On the other hand, the dubbed Telugu version trailer has a much better response than it got with the recently released teaser. ## With 22.3 million YouTube views, the Telugu trailer of the film is the third most-watched of 2025, behind Game Changer (36.25 million) and Hari Hara Veera Mallu (47 million). It is the 8th most-watched of all time in the Telugu language. Additionally, the Tamil trailer scored 6.4 million views in 24 hours. ## The combined YouTube viewership of the War 2 trailer (Hindi, Telugu, Tamil) is 55 million is the third highest among the 2025 Indian films across languages, after Sky Force (58 million), and Game Changer (62 million). Overall, it is the 12th most-watched Indian film trailer of all time in the first full day of release. ## About The War 2 Movie ## War 2 is directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditya Chopra under the banner of Yash Raj Films. The movie stars Hrithik Roshan, who reprises his role from the first movie, Jr. NTR as a special unit officer, and Kiara Advani in the leading roles. It is the 6th film in YRF's Spy Universe and a sequel to the 2019 blockbuster War. The film will be released on August 14 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ## Stay tuned...

361 days ago

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Box Office: 'Saiyaara' Second Friday (Day 8) Early Estimates; Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda-starrer Stays Rock Solid

Mumbai, July 25 - After an exceptional first week total of over 170 crores net, Yash Raj Films' romantic drama Saiyaara has begun its second weekend on a blockbuster note. The Mohit Suri directorial continues its dream run with a rock-steady hold at the domestic box office, setting the stage for another big weekend. ## Starring debutante Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda, the film has shown remarkable consistency so far. Early estimates suggest a collection in the range of 17.50–18.50 crores net on its second Friday, showing a minimal drop from yesterday. With this, Saiyaara's 8-day total stands at approximately 190 crores net. ## With less competition at the Hindi box office, Saiyaara is headed for the second weekend collection in the 70 crore net (+/-) range, which would be a record for a romantic drama and one of the biggest second weekends ever. The movie is expected to have a drop of just 15–20%, which is a remarkable hold. ## Even though it wouldn't have mattered much with the kind of phenomena Saiyaara has turned into, one of the major factors in the film's sustained momentum is the lack of competition, particularly in the Hindi-speaking belt, where the film is dominating single screens and multiplexes alike. And this is expected to continue, at least, till August 1st. ## Saiyaara is set to cross 200 crores net by Saturday, and if the momentum holds, it has an outside chance of touching the 250 crore net mark by the end of its second weekend — a monumental benchmark for a film led by fresh faces. ## Stay tuned...

362 days ago

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Saiyaara Vs Kabir Singh First Week (7 Days) Worldwide Box Office Comparison; Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda-starrer Leads By 40%

Mumbai, July 25 - Mohit Suri's directorial Saiyaara has been making waves at the box office since its release. After completing its first week, the film's worldwide collection has already surpassed most Indian films of 2025. Starring debutants Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda, Saiyaara grossed approximately 28 crores worldwide on Day 7, taking its total global collection to around 250 crores. If the current trend continues, it is poised to become the highest-grossing romantic drama in Indian cinema history by the end of its second week. Saiyaara First Week (7 Days) Box Office Collection In its first 7 days, Saiyaara has grossed around 207.25 crores (172.75 crores net) at the domestic box office and 43 crores overseas. This brings its worldwide gross to approximately 250 crores. With this feat, the film has become the fourth-highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2025 so far. It is now well on track to surpass the collections of Sitaara Zameen Par (264 crores), and Housefull 5 (289 crores), positioning itself as the second-biggest grosser of the year—trailing only behind Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava (808 crores). Saiyaara Vs Kabir Singh First Week Comparison: YRF's Blockbuster Leads by 40% Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 2019 blockbuster Kabir Singh currently holds the title of the highest-grossing romantic Indian film with a lifetime total of 377 crores worldwide, including 330 crores gross (278.89 crores net) in India and 47 crores overseas. However, Saiyaara has taken a strong early lead. In its first week, Kabir Singh had earned 176.50 crores worldwide. In comparison, Saiyaara has minted a whopping 250 crores — an impressive +40% higher. With momentum on its side, Saiyaara is expected to cross the lifetime gross of Kabir Singh by the end of its second week, cementing its place as the biggest romantic drama in Bollywood history. Siayaara Vs Kabir Singh First Week (7 Days) Box Office Comparison (Worldwide Gross)DaySaiyaara WW GBOCKabir Singh WW GBOC1st Day₹ 29.75 Cr₹ 26.50 Cr2nd Day₹ 37.25 Cr₹ 30.00 Cr3rd Day₹ 50.25 Cr₹ 37.10 Cr4th Day₹ 34.45 Cr₹ 22.90 Cr5th Day₹ 36.55 Cr₹ 21.50 Cr6th Day₹ 33.25 Cr₹ 20.00 Cr7th Day₹ 28.75 Cr₹ 18.50 CrTotal Collection₹ 250.25 Cr₹ 176.50 Cr Stay tuned...

362 days ago

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War 2 Trailer: Hrithi Roshan, Jr. NTR-starrer To Continue A Blockbuster Box Office Streak For Yash Raj Films?

Mumbai, July 25 - Yash Raj Films its first blockbuster outside Spy Universe in many years with director Mohit Suri's romantic drama Saiyaara, featuring debutantes Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda. The film has completed its first week with a worldwide gross collection of around 250 crores. ## While Saiyaara is expected to continue to dominate the box office in the coming days, YRF is aiming to stretch this blockbuster streak with the next film in the Spy Universe, War 2. Starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR, and Kiara Advani, the film's trailer was launched on July 25, and this suggests a potential blockbuster in hand for the studio. ## The War 2 trailer shows a refreshingly different take on the Spy Universe. Instead of fighting terrorists across the border, War 2 will focus on the internal battle between R.A.W. and its former agent, who went rogue while still keeping his love for the nation. ## The film features Jr. NTR, a special unit officer, who has been tasked to hunt down Major Kabir Dhaliwal (Hrithik). Both soldiers have no choice but to fight for one cause: India. The battle between Hrithik and Jr. NTR promises an epic, deadliest showdown in the Spy Universe while capturing the emotional depth of their characters, along with Kiara's. The trailer seems to have worked big time, as the initial reception is unanimously positive. ## War 2 - A Box Office Juggernaut Loading? ## War 2 has already been one of the most anticipated Indian films of the year, and the trailer will boost the hype further. Trade analysts are highly bullish on the film's box office prospects. Early projections suggest that War 2 is on track for a massive opening weekend, especially in the Hindi and Telugu belts, where both lead actors enjoy immense star power. ## Given the combination of a star-studded cast, slick action, and a strong franchise tag, War 2 might just become the next big box office juggernaut in Indian cinema, and the trailer will only boost the chances further. It can be said that YRF's blockbuster box office winning streak is almost guaranteed. ## The film is scheduled to release on August 14 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ## ## Stay tuned...

362 days ago

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YRF's 'War 2' Secures Major Premium Screens; Creates History With Dolby Cinema

Mumbai, July 24 - Yash Raj Films' highly anticipated spy action thriller War 2 is set to make history by becoming the first Indian film ever to screen in Dolby Cinema in India. The movie, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, is scheduled to release on August 14 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ## Directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 has now secured exclusive screenings in premium formats like IMAX, Dolby Cinema, ICE, 4DX, DBOX, and 4DEM. Indian moviegoers will experience the film at the country’s inaugural Dolby Cinema, which opened earlier this month at City Pride Multiplexes in Kharadi, Pune. ## The exhibitor also has plans to expand the premium format to additional markets, including Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Trichy, Kochi and Ulikkal. Not only in India, War 2 will also be rolled out in Dolby across international markets including North America, the U.K., U.A.E., Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. ## Dolby has been a long-standing partner of YRF. The production house was India's first music label to offer Dolby Atmos Music in 2020 with its "Best of YRF" album compilation. The 2013 "Dhoom 3" was among the first Hindi-language films released in Dolby Atmos, and the 1995 classic "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge," one of the first Indian movies to utilise Dolby Audio. ## About War 2 ## The movie stars Hrithik Roshan, who reprises his role from the first movie, Jr. NTR in his Bollywood debut, and Kiara Advani in the leading roles. It is the 6th film in YRF's Spy Universe and a sequel to the 2019 blockbuster War. The film will be released on August 14 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ## Stay tuned...

363 days ago

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Saiyaara Box Office Day 6: Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda-starrer Scores 10% Jump Over First Day Collection Worldwide

Mumbai, July 24 - Director Mohit Suri's Saiyaara once again exceeded expectations on its first Wednesday at the domestic and worldwide box office. On its first Wednesday, the film posted higher collection than its opening day, once again surpassing trade expectations both domestically and globally. ## The romantic drama starring debutants Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda collected approximately 25.50 crore gross (21.50 crore net) in India on Day 6. The overseas markets remained solid, adding another 6.75 crore, bringing in a total of 32.25 crores for the day worldwide. Remarkably, this marks a 10% jump over its Day 1 worldwide gross of 29.25 crore, highlighting the film's exceptional growing word-of-mouth and strong audience hold. Despite being a non-holiday release with fresh faces, Saiyaara has managed to defy trade projections with consistency across all regions. ## Saiyaara Crossed 200 Crore Worldwide in 6 Days ## The Yash Raj Films production has crossed the 200 crores gross mark at the worldwide box office in flat 6 days, becoming the fastest Indian film for a debutante and ranks among the fastest non-Pan India movies to do so. Saiyaara's total collection stands at 220+ crores gross, including around 183 crores gross (153.50 crores net) in India and around 37 crores overseas collection. ## Saiyaara is currently the 5th highest-grossing Bollywood movie of the year, but by the end of the second Saturday (9 days), it will become the second biggest grosser of 2025, trailing only Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava (808 crores worldwide gross). ## About Saiyaara ## The film stars Ahaan Panday as Krish Kapoor, a rising musician whose raw talent and ambition set him on a collision course with the realities of the modern music industry. When Krish is introduced to Vaani (Aneet Padda), a gifted and principled songwriter, sparks fly – both creatively and personally. As their partnership deepens, so does their connection, blossoming into a romance that is as passionate as it is complicated. ## Stay tuned...

363 days ago

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Shahid Kapoor's Action Thriller With Director Vishal Bharadwaj Titled 'Romeo'; Release Date Unchanged

Mumbai, July 24 - The acclaimed duo of Shahid Kapoor and filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj are all set to collaborate for the fourth time with an intense action thriller film. The pair has previously delivered critically acclaimed films like Kaminey (2009), Haider (2014), and Rangoon (2017), and their latest collaboration is already creating buzz across the industry. ## The Film Titled Romeo ## Shahid and Vishal's film was originally supposed to be titled Arjun Ustara; however, according to the latest report by Pinkvilla, the movie has been titled Romeo. It is said that the makers were toying with several other titles too, including Arjun Ustara and Evil, but Romeo got finalised as it stands true to the nature of the character. ## Romeo Complete Star Cast ## Headlined by Shahid Kapoor in the titular role, Romeo features an impressive rest of the cast. Rising star Triptii Dimri joins as the female lead, alongside seasoned actors Nana Patekar, Randeep Hooda, Vikrant Massey, and Farida Jalal in key roles. The combination of seasoned performers and fresh talent promises a powerful on-screen experience. ## No Change in Release Date ## Produced by Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, Romeo was officially announced for December 5, 2025, release, and the latest development has confirmed that the makers aren't willing to change the date. It means the movie will be clashing with Ranveer Singh's espionage thriller Dhurandhar and Prabhas-fronted horror-comedy The Raja Saab, which are scheduled to release on the same day. ## With a gripping premise, a powerhouse cast, and the trusted Shahid-Vishal collaboration at its core, Romeo is one of the most anticipated films of 2025. ## Stay tuned...

363 days ago

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Box Office: 'Saiyaara' First Wednesday (Day 6) Early Estimates; Stays Over 20 Crore Net Mark

Mumbai, July 23 - Yash Raj Films' romantic blockbuster Saiyaara continues its stellar run at the domestic box office, maintaining a strong hold on its sixth consecutive day as Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda-starrer has once again crossed the 20 crore net mark. ## The early estimates suggest a collection in the range of 21–22 crores on Wednesday, dropping around 10%-15% from Tuesday. With this, the film's total domestic net collection stands at approximately 153 crores in just six days—a phenomenal achievement for a debutant-led movie. ## Despite being frontloaded in its opening days, Saiyaara has shown remarkable consistency and audience pull, setting the stage for an extraordinary first-week total. The film is now on course to surpass 170 crores net by the end of its first week, which would make it the biggest-ever opening week for a debutante-led Bollywood film. ## Saiyaara is expected to breach the 200 crore mark by its second Saturday. From there, the journey towards the 300 crore net and potentially more will begin. With not much competition, the movie will be aiming to features among the biggest Bollywood grossers of all time. ##

364 days ago

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Box Office: Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda's Saiyaara Surpasses Lifetime Collection of Salman Khan's Sikandar In 5 Days; Becomes 5th Biggest Bollywood Grosser of 2025 Worldwide

Mumbai, July 23 - Yash Raj Films' Saiyaara is carving its own way at the box office and downing top star films with each passing day. The romantic drama is trending very much similar to Vicky Kaushal's historical epic Chhaava, which went on to become one of the biggest blockbusters of Indian cinema. ## Saiyaara has a huge first Tuesday at the worldwide box office ## After an impressive weekend haul of 117 crores worldwide, followed by a rock-solid 34 crores gross on Monday, Saiyaara did the unthinkable on Tuesday — it grew further. On its fifth day, the film collected an estimated 30 crores gross domestically and 7 crores overseas, bringing in a total of 37 crores for the day. ## This takes the film's 5-day worldwide total to approximately 188 crores gross, including 158 crores from India and 30 crores from overseas markets. ## Saiyaara crossed Salman Khan's Sikandar, becomes 5th biggest Bollywood grosser of 2025 ## With its latest earnings, Saiyaara has officially surpassed the lifetime worldwide total of superstar Salman Khan's Sikandar (185 crores), becoming the 5th highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2025. It now trails only behind Raid 2, Sitaare Zameen Par, Housefull 5, and Chhaava. ## The Mohit Suri directorial had earlier eclipsed the full collections of Akshay Kumar's Sky Force (150 crores) and Kesari: Chapter 2 (145 crores) within just 4 days, debuting at No. 6 before moving up a rank on Day 5. Overall, after the 5th day. Saiyaara is the 9th biggest Indian grosser of 2025 worldwide. ## Saiyaara to cross 200 crores worldwide in 6 days ## The momentum shows no signs of slowing down as Saiyaara is expected to collect another 20-25 crores gross worldwide on Day 6, which will push its worldwide total past the 200 crores mark. It will become the fastest Bollywood film led by newcomers to enter the 200-crore club and among the quickest non-pan-India films ever to achieve the feat. ## Stay tuned...

364 days ago

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Box Office: 'Saiyaara' First Tuesday (Day 5) Early Estimates; Surpasses Monday Collection

Mumbai, July 23 - There seems to be no stopping Saiyaara, which continues its historic run at the box office since its release on July 18. After a stellar opening weekend and an impressive hold on its first Monday, the Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda-starrer has taken another leap on Tuesday, posting even higher collections. ## According to early estimates, Saiyaara has collected in the range of 24–26 crore net on Day 5 (Tuesday), witnessing a 5%–10% jump from Monday. The romantic drama benefited significantly from the discounted ticket pricing offer, driving footfalls across urban and mass belts. ## With this jump, the film is now challenging the Tuesday collection of Vicky Kaushal’s blockbuster Chhaava, which earned 25.25 crore on its first Tuesday. It may even come close to Saiyaara's own Saturday figures (26 crore net), depending on where the actuals land. ## Importantly, average occupancy has remained strong at around 50%, which has been a rare case this year. As of the end of Tuesday, Saiyaara has amassed 132+ crore net domestically. With two more days left in the week, the film is expected to finish its first-week total with 160 crore or more — the highest-ever for a debutant-led Indian film. ## Advance bookings for Wednesday are also reportedly excellent, pointing toward another big day ahead. The absence of major competition is aiding the film's momentum; however, with the kind of phenomenon it has turned into, it would still be performing on the same level. ## Stay tuned...

365 days ago

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Box Office: Saiyaara Scored Big First Monday Worldwide; Crosses Lifetime Collection of Akshay Kumar's Kesari 2 and Sky Force In 4 Days

Mumbai, July 22 - Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda’s romantic drama Saiyaara continues its dream run at the box office. After delivering a historic opening weekend, the film held firm on its first Monday, scoring the joint biggest first Monday of the year with Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava, domestically. ## Directed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara netted approximately 24 crore (28 crore gross) in India on Monday, bringing its 4-day India total to 107.25 crore net (approx. 128 crore gross). The movie also had an excellent day at the overseas box office, bringing 6 crores on Monday for a total international collection of around 23 crores. With an additional ₹26 crore coming from the overseas markets, Saiyaara has now amassed an impressive ₹161 crore gross worldwide in just four days. ## Saiyaara beats lifetime worldwide collection of Kesari: Chapter 2 and Sky Force ## After four days, the Yash Raj Films production has grossed approximately 151 crores, which is enough to top the lifetime worldwide grosses of Akshay Kumar's Sky Force and Kesari 2, which earned 150 crores and 145 crores, respectively. ## That makes Saiyaara not just a breakout debut for its newcomers but also one of the fastest Bollywood films to outpace the global lifetime collections of star-driven titles this year. The Monday hold was particularly noteworthy as it signals solid word-of-mouth. Despite being a non-franchise and a newcomer-led film, Saiyaara has already become the 6th biggest Bollywood grosser of the year. ## By today or tomorrow, the latest blockbuster will also outgross Salman Khan's Sikandar (185 crores) to become the 5th biggest grosser of the year. With minimal competition until August 1st, Saiyaara will remain the top choice of moviegoers at the Hindi box office. ## Stay tuned...

365 days ago

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Akshay Kumar's 'Kesari: Chapter 2' Final Worldwide Box Office Collection

Mumbai, July 22 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar's biographical drama Kesari: Chapter 2 has been one of the most critically acclaimed films of the year. Lauded for its intense storytelling, stirring performances, and patriotic theme, the film has also enjoyed a respectable run at the box office, emerging as a moderate commercial success. ## Kesari 2 India and Overseas Box Office Collection ## Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, the film scored approximately 111 crore gross (92.60 crore net) at the Indian box office, making it the 8th highest-grossing Bollywood film of the year domestically (so far). Overseas too, the film performed exceptionally well, collecting around 34 crore and becoming the 5th biggest Bollywood grosser of the year in international markets. ## Kesari 2 Worldwide Box Office Collection ## The spiritual sequel to the historical action film Kesari (2019), Kesari 2 grossed approximately 145 crores at the worldwide box office. The film's subject didn't appeal to the masses, but incredible word of mouth helped it in multiplexes. Currently, it is the highest-grossing Bollywood movie globally. ## Kesari 2 Footfalls/Admissions and Verdict ## With approximately 50 lakh tickets sold during its theatrical run, Kesari: Chapter 2 is among the top 10 most-watched Bollywood films of 2025 so far in theatres. While it may not have reached blockbuster status, its strong critical reception and decent commercial returns have made it a notable success or semi-hit in Akshay Kumar's filmography. ## About Kesari: Chapter 2 ## Produced by Dharma Productions, Leo Media Collective, and Cape of Good Films, the film's plot is based on the book The Case That Shook The Empire by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat, centred around C. Sankaran Nair and the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre. The film stars Akshay Kumar stars Akshay as Nair, who took on the British Empire to reveal the truth behind the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. It also features R. Madhavan and Ananya Panday in key roles. ## Stay tuned...

365 days ago

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Box Office: 'Saiyaara' First Monday (Day 4) Early Estimates; Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda-starrer Posts Higher Collection Than First Day

Mumbai, July 21 - Debutants Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda’s romantic drama Saiyaara is rewriting the record books at the Indian box office. After a stellar opening weekend, the film is now eyeing the biggest first Monday of the year, challenging Vicky Kaushal's blockbuster Chhaava, which holds the Monday benchmark at 24 crore net. ## Despite the pressure of a working day, Saiyaara defied expectations. Trade had already anticipated a strong Monday due to robust advance bookings, but the film exceeded projections as ticket sales accelerated throughout the day, surprisingly outpacing Sunday numbers during evening and night shows, which is a rare trend. ## According to early estimates, Saiyaara is poised to collect between 22–24 crore net on Monday. This marks a minimal drop of around 30–35% from Sunday and a 5% jump from its opening Friday — a trajectory almost unheard of in the current box office climate. ## With this impressive hold, Saiyaara has crossed the 100 crore net mark in just four days, standing at an estimated 105 crore net. The film is also expected to benefit from a discounted ticket pricing strategy on Tuesday, with strong bookings already in place. The first week is expected to close at a phenomenal 150+ crore net. ## The film is witnessing a pan-India success, performing consistently across both multiplexes and single screens. Its youthful appeal and emotional storytelling have particularly resonated with younger audiences, who are showing up in large numbers. With no major competition until August 1st, Saiyaara is expected to maintain its dream run at the box office. ## Stay tuned...

366 days ago

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Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi's 'Jolly LLB 3' Teaser Update; Film's Release Date To Remain Unchanged

Mumbai, July 21 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar is set to return in the highly anticipated courtroom comedy-drama Jolly LLB 3, reprising his role as Advocate Jagdishwar "Jolly" Mishra. The film also marks the return of Arshad Warsi in the franchise, bringing back his character Advocate Jagdish "Jolly" Tyagi from the first instalment. ## Directed by Subhash Kapoor, Jolly LLB 3 is among the most-awaited Bollywood films of the year, and the makers are gearing up to kick off an intense promotional campaign as the release date nears. ## Jolly LLB 3 Teaser to Arrive With War 2 ## According to a report by Pinkvilla, the teaser of Jolly LLB 3 is scheduled to launch in the second week of August, around the 10th. It will be screened nationwide with the big Independence Day 2025 release, War 2, which stars Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR, and Kiara Advani. This move is a strategic decision by the team, aiming to present the teaser in front of a massive theatrical audience expected to turn up for War 2. ## "The team of Jolly LLB 3 is well aware of the pre-release expectations, and this will be among the best-promoted films of Akshay Kumar. The entire asset campaign is already planned – from teaser, to songs, and a trailer. In fact, the team is presently shooting for a promotional song in Mumbai with the two Jollys," the report adds. ## No Change in Release Date ## Despite ongoing speculation around a potential shift to October 2 (Gandhi Jayanti), Pinkvilla confirms that the makers have no intention of postponing the release. The film will arrive as scheduled on September 19, 2025. ## Jolly LLB 3 is generating strong buzz in the trade circuit, with many expecting it to be one of Akshay Kumar’s biggest hits. This is the first time in the franchise that both Akshay and Arshad will appear together after individually headlining the previous films. The movie also stars Huma Qureshi, Saurabh Shukla, Annu Kapoor, and Amrita Rao, in their returning roles. ## Stay tuned...

366 days ago

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Box Office: 'Saiyaara' Set To Enter 100 Crore Net Club In 4 Days After Phenomenal Hold On First Monday

Mumbai, July 21 - Yash Raj Films' romantic drama Saiyaara is breaching the 100 crores net mark sooner than expected after phenomenal hold on its first working day, Monday. The Mohit Suri directorial starring debutante Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda is looking unstoppable after the historic first weekend. ## Saiyaara stays strong on first Monday ## After the front-loaded first weekend, there were doubts that Saiyaara might see a drop, but that is not the case here. The trend so far suggests that the film is coming very close to the opening day figures (21.25 crores net) as it eyes at least 20 crores collection today. ## At the moment, Saiyaara is looking at a negligible drop of around 5% today from Friday, and there might be no drop if the night shows remain solid. This is truly a historic box office trend, and with newcomers headlining it, it looks unimaginable. ## Saiyaara hits 100 crores net in 4 days ## After scoring 83.25 crores net collection in the first weekend (3 days), the romantic blockbuster will hit the 100 crores net mark in flat 4 days. The film is looking to be around 103+ crores net at the end of the day. It is said that YRF will go ahead with discounted prices on Tuesday, which means the first week is heading for 150 crores net. ## Stay tuned...

366 days ago

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Box Office: Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda-starrer 'Saiyaara' Scores 100+ Crore Opening Weekend Worldwide

Mumbai, July 21 - Yash Raj Films' romantic drama Saiyaara, featuring debutants Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda, has taken the box office by storm with a record-breaking opening weekend. The Mohit Suri directorial has grossed a staggering 115 crores worldwide in just three days, including an excellent 99.75 crores from India alone. ## This phenomenal start makes Saiyaara the biggest-ever worldwide opening for a film led by newcomers, and also for a Bollywood romantic drama film, beating Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani's Kabir Singh (93+ crores worldwide). In India, the movie benefited from strong word-of-mouth, youthful appeal, and a robust turnout across multiplex and smaller centres. It also did well internationally, grossing around 15 crores in the opening weekend. ## The chemistry between the lead pair, a soulful soundtrack, and Mohit Suri's trademark emotional storytelling appears to have struck a chord with audiences, particularly the younger demographic. With positive audience reception and minimal competition at the box office, Saiyaara is poised for a strong run in the coming weeks. All eyes are now on how far this debut-driven romantic drama can go. Can it hit the 300 crore mark in the long run? The coming days will tell. ## About Saiyaara ## The film stars Ahaan Panday as Krish Kapoor, a rising musician whose raw talent and ambition set him on a collision course with the realities of the modern music industry. When Krish is introduced to Vaani (Aneet Padda), a gifted and principled songwriter, sparks fly – both creatively and personally. As their partnership deepens, so does their connection, blossoming into a romance that is as passionate as it is complicated. ## Stay tuned...

366 days ago

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Saiyaara Vs Kabir Singh Opening Weekend (3 Days) Box Office Comparison: Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda-starrer Scores Biggest First Weekend For A Bollywood Romantic Drama

Mumbai, July 20 - Bollywood romantic blockbuster has a new name, Saiyaara! ## The Yash Raj Films production, starring two debutantes - Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda - has shattered box office records in its opening weekend at the domestic box office and scripted the biggest first weekend for an Indian romantic drama film. ## Directed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara clocked 80+ crores net collection in its first three days, which was enough to beat Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani-fronted Kabir Singh, which earned around 71 crores net in its first weekend in 2019. ## Kabir Singh was a bigger release than Saiyaara, and also featured an established star, Shahid Kapoor, headlining it. The latest blockbuster has stunned the entire trade that failed to see what was coming. It has been a long time since a love story emerged as a blockbuster at the box office, and Saiyaara has filled that void. ## Siayaara Vs Kabir Singh First Weekend (3 Days) Box Office Comparison (India Net)Movie TitleDay 1 CollectionDay 2 CollectionDay 3 CollectionTotal 3 Days CollectionSaiyaara (2025)₹ 21.50₹ 26.00 Cr₹ 35.75 Cr₹ 83.25 CrKabir Singh (2019)₹ 20.21 Cr₹ 22.71 Cr₹ 27.91 Cr₹ 70.83 Cr## Note: Kabir Singh's collection is taken without adjusting for inflation ## About Saiyaara ## The film stars Ahaan Panday as Krish Kapoor, a rising musician whose raw talent and ambition set him on a collision course with the realities of the modern music industry. When Krish is introduced to Vaani (Aneet Padda), a gifted and principled songwriter, sparks fly – both creatively and personally. As their partnership deepens, so does their connection, blossoming into a romance that is as passionate as it is complicated. ## About Kabir Singh ## Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and produced by T-Series and Cine1 Studios, Kabir Singh is a remake of Vanga's own Telugu film Arjun Reddy (2017). It stars Shahid Kapoor as the titular protagonist, a surgeon, who spirals into self-destruction when his girlfriend, played by Kiara Advani, is forced to marry someone else. ## Stay tuned...

367 days ago

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Box Office: Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda's 'Saiyaara' First Sunday (Day 3) Early Estimates

Mumbai, July 20 - Yash Raj Films' Saiyaara goes on the overdrive on Sunday and once again surpassed expectations despite the overloaded first two days at the domestic box office. The film is clocking an average occupancy of over 70% with some areas even showing near 100% today. ## There was a capacity issue in the first two days, as the movie had a smaller release as compared to some of the top stars' movies this year, but that couldn't stop it from scoring another +40% jump on Sunday as it comfortably breached 30 crores net mark today. ## According to early estimates, the third-day collection of the movie is expected to be in the range of 35-37 crores net, with the opening weekend finishing at 81+ crores net. This is the biggest first weekend ever for an Indian romantic film, and with the debutante, the weekend is nothing short of sensational. ## There has been a huge demand for the tickets during the first weekend, where a capacity issue arose despite more and more shows getting added. The advances for Monday look super solid, and if the spot booking response is equally solid, then the movie may breach the 15 crores mark on the first working day. However, it is better to wait how things proceed. ## Apart from the holdovers, there is not much challenge for Saiyaara till the end of this month. The trend so far has been super encouraging with youth, masses and family audience coming to theatres, and this ensured that the film will have a strong run during the weekdays. ## Stay tuned...

367 days ago

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Box Office: Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda's 'Saiyaara' Second Day (Day 2) Early Estimates

Mumbai, July 19 - Yash Raj Film's Saiyaara is a box office juggernaut. After an excellent first day collection of 21 crore net, the romantic drama is witnessing a jump of around 20% which is huge as the film is facing capacity issues in many areas. ## According to early estimates, Mohit Suri's directorial is expected to score 23-25 crores net collection on its second day, taking the total to around 45 crores net in 2 days. The collection could have been much higher had this been a bigger release. ## The jump in collection on the second day is, anyway, a big positive news for the film, as the first day itself faced capacity issues. More shows are being added on demand, and that might also lead to another jump on Sunday, but it is unlikely to be big. ## Starring Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda, Saiyaara is doing very well in most areas, especially in metro cities. It is bringing in the youth and mass audience in large numbers. The first weekend is expected to be in the range of 70-75 crores net, which is a dream start for a newcomer film. ## The movie most likely holds up very well during the weekdays, starting from Monday. The film has faced a capacity issue over the weekend, so there will be a large audience which will turn up during the weekdays. Saiyaara is a certified blockbuster, but how far it can go remains to be seen. ## Stay tuned...

368 days ago

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Ajay Devgn's 'Son of Sardaar 2' Advance Booking Update: A Tough Challenge Awaits

Mumbai, July 19 - The Bollywood film industry is rejoicing with the unexpected blockbuster success of Yash Raj Films' musical romantic drama Saiyaara, featuring two debutantes, Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda. Mohit Suri's directorial has taken the box office by storm and is on its way to becoming a big blockbuster. ## Well, the party could be doubled for the industry with Ajay Devgn-fronted much-awaited romantic action comedy Son of Sardaar 2 hitting the big screen next week. Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, the film is carrying a positive buzz within the trade circle. ## Son of Sardaar 2 advance booking update ## With less than a week left for the film to release on August 1, the makers are putting in efforts to intensify the promotion. The second trailer of the film will be launched on July 20, and according to the reports, it will be followed by the booking, which is now expected to open on July 28, on Monday. The booking was supposed to open on July 22, but the makers have pushed back the release of the film by a week, to August 1, due to Saiyaar's strong performance. ## In the post-pandemic world, the positive movement in booking has become a must, especially for big-budget films. In the case of SOS2, the makers are hopeful that the franchise value and the buzz for the movie will reflect in the pre-sales for a good start at the box office. ## Will Saiyaara Impact Son of Sardaar 2? ## Son of Sardaar 2 looked like a safe bet at the box office a week ago, but things might have changed now. While it is still likely to take a good opening, it might not be as big as earlier, and the reason is Saiyaara. The strong performance of this YRF production must have raised the eyebrows of the SOS2 makers, as their film is going to be challenged by this young love story. ## It is like a Deja vu for the SOS franchise, which has a history of clashing with a YRF film. Back in 2012, the first Son of Sardaar film was up against YRF's Jab Tak Hai Jaan, starring superstar Shah Rukh Khan. However, despite the mighty clash, SOS managed to do good business at the box office worldwide, and the makers will be hoping that things will be the same this time around as well. ## About Son of Sardaar 2 ## Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora and produced by Devgn Films and Jio Studios, SOS2 stars Ajay Devgn alongside Mrunal Thakur, Ravi Kishan, Sanjay Mishra, Deepak Dobriyal, Chunky Panday, Neeru Bajwa, Kubbra Sait, Vindu Dara Singh, and Mukul Dev, among others. ## Stay tuned... Son of Sardaar 2 Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language [See Footfalls] DayIndia Net Collection Change(+/-) Day 1 [1st Friday] ₹ 7.25 Cr - Total ₹ 7.25 Cr (estimated) - ## Take Subscription To See Footfalls ## India Net Collection ₹ 7.25 Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ 11 Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ 2.3 Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ 8.7 Cr ##

368 days ago

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