BY CHRISTA LINCY

Bhooth Bangla has hit a significant turning point in its box office journey. For the first time since its release 29 days ago, the daily collections have dipped below the 1 crore mark. On its fifth Friday, the film brought in 0.75 crore net, which reflects a 40 percent drop from the 1.25 crore it earned on Thursday. While the film has shown incredible stamina so far, this shift is a natural result of a crowded Friday marketplace and a logical change in theater scheduling. This dip is a direct result of the heavy competition entering the arena. The arrival of new titles like Pati Patni Aur Woh Do and Aakhri Sawal has caused a significant shift in screen allocation, with Pati Patni Aur Woh Do immediately climbing to the second spot in national level ticket sales. When you add the two-week-old hit Raja Shivaji to the mix—which is still holding strong after previously topping charts—the screen sharing impact becomes very clear. Bhooth Bangla saw its show count slashed from 4,061 on Thursday to just 2,297 on Friday. As a result, Bhooth Bangla saw its show count slashed from 4,061 on Thursday to 2,297 on Friday. If we look closely at the performance within the major national multiplex chains, we can see how the screen sharing played out. In total, the big three—PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis—accounted for approximately 2,500 tickets on Friday, contributing roughly 7.3 lakh to the day's gross. PVR led the trio with around 1,000 tickets sold and a gross of 3.5 lakh. INOX followed closely with another 1,000 tickets for a 2.7 lakh gross, while Cinepolis added about 400 tickets and 1.1 lakh to the tally. On the digital front, BookMyShow recorded 11.96K tickets for the day, which pushes the total lifetime bookings on that platform to a massive 30.82 lakh. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Looking at the occupancy across major regions, the film continues to find takers in the metros despite fewer screenings. In Mumbai, the movie recorded 16.3 percent occupancy across 86 shows, a notable shift from the 10.8 percent occupancy it saw across 142 shows on Thursday. In the National Capital Region (NCR), the occupancy stood at 9.8 percent across 282 shows, compared to 7.8 percent across 478 shows yesterday. Ahmedabad also followed this trend, recording 8.3 percent occupancy across 137 shows. These numbers suggest that while the show volume has decreased, the audience is still turning up for the available slots. Despite the slowing daily pace, the overall numbers for Bhooth Bangla remain very impressive. The total India net collection now stands at 165.05 crore, while the India gross has reached 195.70 crore. The overseas market added another 5 lakh to the kitty on Day 29, bringing the total international gross to 53.35 crore. All of this brings the worldwide gross collection to 249.05 crore. The film is now just a few steps away from the 250 crore worldwide milestone, a feat it should comfortably achieve by today.

BY SACNILK TEAM

Here is the Hindi movie Aakhri Sawal box office collection which is a drama film. This film is directed by Abhijeet Mohan Warang and produced by Nikhil Nanda Motion Pictures and Neem Tree Entertainment. ## Aakhri Sawal stars Sanjay Dutt, Namashi Chakraborthy, Nitu Chandra Srivastava, Amit Sadh, Sameera Reddy, and Mrinal Kulkarni in key roles. ## Aakhri Sawal 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 ## Aakhri Sawal Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Aakhri Sawal Verdict: Coming Soon ## Aakhri Sawal Screen count ## India: - ## Overseas: - ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 15th May 2026 ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Hyderabad, May 15 - Telugu superstar Ram Charan's upcoming pan-India sports action drama Peddi has reportedly been made on a staggering budget of around 350 crore, making it one of the costliest Telugu films ever produced. The massive budget has now become part of the ongoing tension between Telangana exhibitors and producers over the percentage model dispute. During a recent chamber meeting amid the ongoing conflict, the producer of Peddi reportedly made an emotional appeal requesting exhibitors not to affect the film's release. "My release was planned even before this issue. I spent 350 crores on this film. We have already postponed from March 27 and April 30. My film should not be affected by this percentage model conflict," the producer said during the discussion, according to Gulte. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The dispute erupted after several Telangana single-screen exhibitors demanded a shift from the current rental system to a percentage-sharing model, claiming theatres are facing severe financial pressure. Some exhibitors have even threatened to boycott major releases if their demands are not addressed soon. With Peddi positioned as one of the biggest Telugu releases of the year, the issue has created significant concern within the industry. Trade circles believe producers are particularly worried because any disruption in Telangana could impact the film's collections despite the strong buzz surrounding the project. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi stars Ram Charan in a rugged sports-action avatar alongside Janhvi Kapoor. The film also features Jagapathi Babu, Shiva Rajkumar, and Divayenndu in key roles, with music composed by A. R. Rahman. The trailer and promotional assets have already generated massive anticipation across Telugu states and overseas markets. Produced by Vriddhi Cinemas and IVY Entertainment, the film is scheduled for a grand worldwide release on June 4, 2026, while negotiations between exhibitors and producers are still ongoing in Telangana.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Suriya is back on the big screen with Karuppu, and the early buzz suggests that the film is off to a flying start. Directed by RJ Balaji, this movie is an interesting blend of a fantasy courtroom drama and a mass superhero entertainer. The story follows a man with divine powers who navigates a corrupt judicial system. While the first half stays grounded as a hard-hitting take on the legal system in a lower court, the second half switches into what critics are calling God mode, where the protagonist uses supernatural elements to take on his enemies. The response at the ticket windows has been nothing short of phenomenal. Karuppu has managed to secure the 4th spot for peak hour sales on BookMyShow, which is quite a feat for a non-holiday release. During the peak hour of 1 pm to 2 pm today, the film sold over 40,450 tickets. This makes it only the 4th Tamil film ever to cross the 40K hourly sales mark on the platform, joining the ranks of blockbusters like Leo, Coolie, and Jailer. From 6 am to 2 pm, the movie has already sold a total of 1,92,070 tickets on BookMyShow, proving that the fan excitement is at an all-time high. Critical reception has been generally positive, with most reviews falling between 3.25 and 4 out of 5. The leading star is being praised for fitting the title role perfectly, especially in how the character controls his rage in the beginning and goes full blast towards the end. The supporting cast, playing roles ranging from a wily, unscrupulous lawyer to an upright legal professional, have also been noted for their strong performances. The courtroom drama is said to have a neat emotional angle that keeps the audience hooked throughout the first half. The film is being described as a proper theatrical mass entertainer that is best enjoyed with an energetic crowd and loud celebrations. The first half provides a good emotional connect, while the climax is packed with whistle-worthy moments and a superb ending. Technically, the background score is receiving praise for elevating the emotional and mass sequences, and the visuals involving the fantasy elements are reportedly well-executed. While some felt the songs were average, the overall technical package is being seen as a significant strength for the film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Some observers pointed out that the second half lacks the tight grip of the first half and relies more on theatrical gimmicks and references to other major hit films. There is a specific one-liner and several popular culture references that have been included to add zest to the proceedings. While these moments worked well for many, some felt they were a bit of a departure from the earlier tone. Despite these minor critiques, the movie is being seen as a satisfying mass entertainer for families this summer. With such a massive start in ticket sales, the journey at the box office is off to a very promising start. With its massive ticket sales and the generally positive word-of-mouth, Karuppu is well on its way to becoming a significant box office success. The combination of Suriya's intense screen presence and the fantasy-mythological elements involving Karuppu Saamy seems to have struck the right chord. It remains to be seen how the movie holds up over the weekend, but for now, it is safe to say that the God mode has officially begun at the theaters. Take a look at what critics have to say about the film #Karuppu Review : Fantasy courtroom drama with mass superhero elements. My Rating : 3.25/5A pucca commercial movie packaged with lots of theatrical elevation scenes by @RJ_Balaji. First half is whacky and hooks you as it a hard -hitting take on how the judiciary functions… pic.twitter.com/7PlWwRirzT— Sreedhar Pillai (@sri50) May 15, 2026 #Karuppu is a ‘God Mode’ Mass Fantasy film, made with many enjoyable theatrical moments. A courtroom drama with good emotional connect. As God #Karuppu #Suriya sir is fabulous. Fully loaded and mass mode, especially the climax sequence. Loved it. He rocked. An engaging watch 🏆… pic.twitter.com/V2xDIagGo5— G Dhananjheyan (@Dhananjayang) May 15, 2026 #Karuppu [4/5] : BLOCKBUSTER 🔥 A Mass Fantasy Entertainer! It's @Suriya_offl show all the way! Looks into how dysfunctional our court system is..@Suriya_offl has catered to both fans and general audience.. Jus one word - GOD MODE! 🙏 @RJ_Balaji as corrupt lawyer Baby…— Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) May 15, 2026 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) #KARUPPU First Half Review 🍿 - An Entertaining Show So Far with a Neat Emotional Angle from #RjBalaji..👌- #Suriya's Entry and his Screen Presence was Terrific..🤩💥 Man Looks Semma on Screen..🤝- #SaiAbhyankkar's BGM was Superb..👌 Elevates the Emotional and Mass Scenes… pic.twitter.com/AIxKJE1Mxq— Laxmi Kanth (@iammoviebuff007) May 15, 2026 #Karuppu - 3.75 stars. A highly entertaining, high voltage commercial entertainer from @Suriya_offl after a long time. The kind of film that works across the board and proves all those wrong who doubted @RJ_Balaji’s capabilities in handling a star and a project of this scale.… pic.twitter.com/NE9wTcowhP— Haricharan Pudipeddi (@pudiharicharan) May 15, 2026 #Karuppu [#ABRatings - 4.25/5]- Action & Emotional First half followed by a Commercial second half with many high moments & references 👌- Suriya as Karuppasamy carried the role extraordinary with his screen presence👏- RJBalaji's precise Writing & SaiAbhyankkar's BGM… pic.twitter.com/xCj9bMmwgp— AmuthaBharathi (@CinemaWithAB) May 15, 2026

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Chennai, May 15 - The buzz for Tamil superstar Suriya's Karuppu has exploded, with the BookMyShow ticket sales indicating one of the biggest openings ever for the actor in Tamil cinema. The action drama has generated tremendous hype across Tamil Nadu and overseas markets despite facing unexpected release hurdles. Directed by RJ Balaji, the film was originally scheduled to release on May 14, but the shows were cancelled for the entire day due to financial issues. The sudden disruption only amplified the buzz surrounding the film, especially amid the positive industry reports and strong early reactions. Karuppu was officially released on May 15 and has received an excellent response at the box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to the latest update, the film is currently selling nearly 39K tickets per hour on BookMyShow for the Tamil version, which is a record pace for a Suriya starrer. The film has already sold over 200K tickets on the platform on May 15 only, for both Tamil and Telugu versions, with half of the day still left, registering massive audience interest. Also starring Trisha Krishnan, the fantasy action drama witnessed a sharp spike in bookings after positive fan reactions started surfacing online following the early shows. Fans have particularly praised Suriya's screen presence, emotional moments, and the film's mass appeal, which are expected to boost spot bookings further through the day. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Looking at the current trend, Karuppu is expected to score in the range of 20 crores gross at the domestic box office, which will be one of the biggest openings ever for Suriya. With positive word of mouth pouring in, the film is set for a big opening weekend at the worldwide box office.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, May 15 - Amid the growing suspense, JioHotstar has finally provided the update regarding the digital release of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. The Ranveer Singh-starrer has been in theatres since March 19 and has done extraordinary business at the box office by emerging as the second-highest-grossing Indian film of all-time. JioHotstar had acquired the post-theatrical streaming rights of Ranveer Singh starrer, and it was assumed to be released digitally on May 15, after completing 8 weeks (56 days) in theatres. However, there was no update from the platform, which raised curiosity among the fans about when the film will actually be available on OTT. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) JioHotstar Announces Digital Release of Dhurandhar 2 On Friday, JioHotstar teased the much-anticipated OTT release of the spy action thriller. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the streamer teased, "Ladies and gentlemen, are you ready for this?", and confirmed via a short clip that the film will start streaming very, very soon. Meanwhile, on its app, the streamer has listed the film for June 4 release. Dhurandhar 2 has already passed 8 weeks of the routine theatrical window, and going by the latest update from the makers, it is clear that the makers have extended the window. This makes sense since the film is still regularly earning over 30 lakh daily despite being in its 9th week, and has grossed around 1800 crores worldwide. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Ladies and gentlemen, are you ready for this? 😉 pic.twitter.com/yYGs06uI4H— JioHotstar (@JioHotstar) May 15, 2026 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Netflix To Release Extended Version Internationally The Ranveer Singh starrer has started streaming internationally on the platform from midnight in several international territories. As confirmed by the platform, it will stream the uncut version of the film outside India starting May 15. It has been released under the extended title Dhurandhar: The Revenge (Raw and Undekha) and will reportedly include additional footage along with uncensored dialogues that were removed from the theatrical cut.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, May 15 - Mounting a big-budget war film is among the toughest challenges in filmmaking. From military research to realistic combat design and large-scale outdoor shoots to VFX, sound design, and emotionally charged music, every detail demands precision and massive investment. But trade experts say a great spectacle alone no longer guarantees box office success. Today's audiences want authenticity, emotion, and characters they can connect with beyond the battlefield. Over the span of six months, there were some major war films that were released in theatres. The audience verdict, though, was evident with Border 2 emerging as a big blockbuster and eventually becoming the most successful war film of recent times with 450 crores worldwide gross collection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Industry chatter suggests that the film's emotional storytelling and patriotic core struck a chord with viewers across generations, proving that the appetite for war dramas coupled with a strong emotional core is still very much alive. Many within the trade are now crediting the Duttas for once again redefining the genre they mastered decades ago. With Border and now Border 2, producer and co-writer Nidhi Dutta has shown that the secret to a successful war film lies not just in scale, but in soul. The blockbuster success of Border 2 has reignited interest in the genre. Produced by Nidhi Dutta under JP Films, and Bhushan Kumar of T-Series, Border 2 stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahaan Shetty, and was released on 23rd January 2026.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, May 15 - After delivering a big hit in the form of Bhooth Bangla, superstar Akshay Kumar is set for another laugh riot in Ahmad Khan-directed Welcome To The Jungle. The third instalment in the iconic Welcome franchise has been in the making for quite some time and is now gearing up for release on June 26. On Friday (May 15), the makers dropped the teaser without prior announcement, and this came as a pleasant surprise for the fans. The teaser is filled with laugh-out-loud moments, set against a forest (Jungle) backdrop. The teaser promises that Welcome 3 will stay true to the franchise's trademark style of slapstick humour, outrageous confusion, and nonstop comic situations. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Produced by Firoz Nadiadwallah, Cape Of Good Films, Seeta Films, Rakesh Dang, Vedant Vikaas Baali, and Base Industries Group, Welcome To The Jungle has generated strong excitement across social media, with fans expressing confidence in the film's box office prospects and Akshay Kumar's winning streak. With the teaser, the makers have confirmed that the film will be released as scheduled, on June 26. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Meanwhile, as per the reports, JioStar has acquired the film's domestic theatrical rights, along with satellite and OTT rights. This means the film will release nationwide under JioStar's distribution, followed by its television premiere and digital streaming on JioHotstar, giving the company complete control over its India lifecycle. Directed by Ahmed Khan, Welcome 3 stars Akshay Kumar, along with Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Jacqueline Fernandez, Disha Patani, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Tusshar Kapoor, Shreyas Talpade, Krushna Abhishek, and Kiku Sharda, among others, in key roles.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Athiradi has finally made its grand debut at the box office, and the initial response suggests a very positive start for this Malayalam action-drama. The film follows a high-stakes narrative filled with intense moments that have clearly drawn the audience to the theatres in large numbers. While the journey began with limited premiere shows on Wednesday, the full-fledged opening on Thursday has set a strong tone for the days ahead. If we look at the opening day performance, the film collected a net of 5.55 crore on its first Thursday. This is a massive jump of 967.3 per cent from the premiere day (Day 0), which had collected 0.52 crore from just 115 shows with a high occupancy of 77 per cent. This brings the total India net collection after day one to 6.05 crore. In terms of gross earnings, the India total stands at 7.04 crore, and with an overseas contribution of 3.50 crore (estimated), the worldwide gross has reached 10.50 crore. The film's reach was quite wide for a Malayalam release, with 1,915 shows screened on the opening day. The average occupancy across these shows was 52.0 per cent, which is quite healthy. Kerala, as expected, was the primary contributor, bringing in a gross of 5.50 crore. Other regions like Karnataka and Tamil Nadu added 0.55 crore and 0.22 crore, respectively, while the rest of India contributed 0.12 crore. The advance booking, including premieres, had already signalled a strong start by gathering 2.78 crore in gross collections. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In terms of regional occupancy, some pockets saw exceptional performance. Kozhikode led the way with a fantastic 75.5 percent occupancy across 83 shows, while Kochi recorded 60.8 percent occupancy from 205 shows. The night shows in these regions were particularly crowded, with Kozhikode reaching as high as 91 percent. Other major cities like Trivandrum and Chennai also maintained steady interest with 43.3 percent and 44.8 percent occupancy respectively. The digital engagement for the film has been very high as well. On its first day, Athiradi sold 204K tickets on BookMyShow, reflecting the high anticipation among the youth and urban audience. This strong ticket movement helped the film secure the third-biggest opening for a Mollywood film in 2026, trailing only behind Patriot (10 crore) and Aadu 3 (6.03 crore). It also successfully moved past the opening day numbers of Vaazha 2, which had collected 4.75 crore. On the national chain front, Athiradi sold a total of 13,380 tickets on its opening day across PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis. Breaking this down with the nearest rounded figures, PVR accounted for 8,640 tickets, INOX sold around 2,250 tickets, and Cinepolis contributed 2,490 tickets to reach the total. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Despite this strong start, Athiradi narrowly missed out on entering the all-time top 10 opening day list for Malayalam cinema. To give you some context, the tenth spot on that list is currently held by King Of Kotha with 5.60 crore, meaning Athiradi was just 5 lakhs away from breaking into the record books. Here is a look at the current top 10 opening day net collections in Mollywood history for perspective. L2: Empuraan - ₹ 18.60 Cr Patriot - ₹ 10.00 Cr Bha. Bha. Ba. - ₹ 6.70 Cr Aadujeevitham - The Goat Life - ₹ 6.55 Cr Marakkar: Lion of the Arabian Sea - ₹ 6.30 Cr Turbo - ₹ 6.25 Cr Aadu 3 - ₹ 6.03 Cr Bheeshma Parvam - ₹ 5.80 Cr Malaikottai Vaaliban - ₹ 5.65 Cr King Of Kotha - ₹ 5.60 Cr Overall, Athiradi has had a very successful launch. With a solid worldwide gross already surpassing the 10 crore mark and strong occupancy trends, the film is well-positioned for a productive first weekend. The positive reception in Kerala and steady ticket sales on BookMyShow suggest it will continue to perform well. However, with the highly anticipated Drishyam 3 set to arrive on May 21, we will likely see some screen sharing in the coming days. It will be interesting to wait and watch how the movie maintains its momentum once that competition arrives.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Bhooth Bangla is a delightful horror-comedy that brings back the iconic collaboration of Akshay Kumar and filmmaker Priyadarshan. The film follows a London-based man who inherits a massive, cursed ancestral palace in India and gets caught in a series of spooky yet hilarious situations while facing a mythological demon This mix of chills and chuckles has clearly worked wonders, as the movie has completed its fourth week with a very strong performance at the box office. Ending its fourth week on a high note, the film has managed to collect a total net of 14.30 crore over the last seven days. On its 28th day, the movie collected 1.25 crore net, showing zero drop from the previous day. Holding steady like this on a Thursday is a clear sign that the word-of-mouth remains positive and the audience is still coming in to enjoy the laughs. The film had a wide reach this week, and on Day 28 alone, it was screened across 4,061 shows. This brings the cumulative show count since the release to a massive 196,561 shows. Even after nearly a month in theaters, the movie is commanding a significant number of screens, which has helped it maintain a consistent flow of revenue. The overall performance for the fourth week has been exceptional, with the film raking in a net collection of 14.30 crore. This is a massive number that places it at the very top of the charts when compared to other major post-pandemic releases in their fourth weeks. Here is the day-wise breakdown for the week. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Bhooth Bangla - Week 4 India Net CollectionWEEK 4 DAYINDIA NET COLLECTIONDay 22 (Friday)₹ 1.75 CrDay 23 (Saturday)₹ 3.00 CrDay 24 (Sunday)₹ 4.00 CrDay 25 (Monday)₹ 1.35 CrDay 26 (Tuesday)₹ 1.70 CrDay 27 (Wednesday)₹ 1.25 CrDay 28 (Thursday)₹ 1.25 CrTotal Week 4₹ 14.30 Cr When we look at the ticket sales in the big multiplex chains, the fourth week saw a total of 56,592 tickets sold across PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis. Looking specifically at Thursday, these chains sold roughly 2,970 tickets in total. PVR led the way with around 1,305 tickets, followed by INOX with 1,245 tickets, and Cinepolis contributing about 420 tickets. These numbers show that the urban audience in major cities is still actively supporting the film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The digital footprint on BookMyShow is equally impressive. In the fourth week, the film recorded 234K ticket bookings on the platform. The weekend was particularly busy, with Sunday peaking at over 59K tickets. With these additions, the total number of tickets booked for Bhooth Bangla on BookMyShow has now crossed the 3 million mark, reaching 3,070,380 tickets in total. This level of engagement is a testament to the film popularity across different regions. With this strong fourth-week finish, Bhooth Bangla has now solidified its position as one of Akshay Kumar's top-performing films in the post-pandemic era. It has officially surpassed the lifetime collections of OMG 2, moving into the third spot on his list of post-covid hits. Currently, Sooryavanshi and Housefull 5 hold the first and second positions. It is fascinating to see that Bhooth Bangla fourth-week collection of 14.30 crore is actually higher than what his other hits managed during the same period, outperforming Sooryavanshi (6.43 crore), OMG 2 (7.40 crore), and Housefull 5 (2.30 crore) in their respective fourth weeks. To give you the full picture of its financial success, the total India net collection now stands at 164.30 crore, with a gross collection of 194.82 crore. The film has also found an audience overseas, adding 53.30 crore to the kitty. All combined, the worldwide gross collection has reached a fantastic 248.12 crore. For a horror-comedy, these are exceptional numbers, and it looks like the film will continue to add more to its total in the coming days.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is a high-octane action thriller that continues the gritty saga of justice and retribution. The film follows a relentless protagonist navigating a web of betrayal to settle old scores, and this gripping narrative has clearly resonated with the audience for over eight weeks now. Even as it approaches the end of its second month in theaters, the movie is showing remarkable stamina at the box office. If we look at the performance yesterday, Day 57 proved to be another steady day for the film. It managed to collect a net of 0.35 crore across the country. When compared to the previous day collection of 0.37 crore, this represents a minor drop of about 5.4 percent. For a film in its ninth week, maintaining such low levels of attrition is quite impressive and suggests that there is still a niche audience catching up with the action on the big screen. In terms of screen presence, the movie played across 735 shows on its 57th day, maintaining an average occupancy of 14.0 percent. This brings the total number of shows screened since the release to a massive 521,461. The steady occupancy even on a weekday shows that the film still holds value for exhibitors who are keeping it in their schedules alongside newer releases. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The eighth week has been quite productive overall, with the film racking up a total net collection of 3.89 crore. While the numbers are naturally lower than the initial weeks, the consistency is what stands out. Most of the contribution came from the Hindi version, which remains the primary driver for this franchise. Here is a look at how the eighth week played out day by day. Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge - Week 8 Collection BreakdownWEEK 8 DAYINDIA NET COLLECTIONDay 51 (Friday)₹ 0.42 CrDay 52 (Saturday)₹ 0.90 CrDay 53 (Sunday)₹ 1.10 CrDay 54 (Monday)₹ 0.35 CrDay 55 (Tuesday)₹ 0.40 CrDay 56 (Wednesday)₹ 0.37 CrDay 57 (Thursday)₹ 0.35 CrTotal Week 8₹ 3.89 Cr (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Looking at the ticket sales in national chains like PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis, the film sold a total of 36,111 tickets during the eighth week. On Day 57 specifically, the sales were around 2,220 tickets. Breaking this down with rounded figures, PVR accounted for 1,180 tickets, INOX contributed around 710 tickets, and Cinepolis added another 330 tickets. These chains continue to provide a stable base for the film collections even after 57 days of its theatrical run. The performance on BookMyShow further highlights the film enduring popularity. In the eighth week alone, about 81,000 tickets were booked through the platform. The daily trend on BMS showed a peak on Saturday with 19.48K tickets and Sunday with 15.98K tickets, followed by a steady weekday average of around 6K to 10K tickets. With 6.48K tickets sold on Thursday, the cumulative tickets booked on BookMyShow since the film release has reached a staggering total of 1,83,00,470. Taking the global perspective into account, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has reached a massive worldwide gross of 1,796.51 crore. This includes a total India gross of 1,369.84 crore and an overseas contribution of 426.67 crore. The total India net collection currently stands at 1,144.56 crore. Even on Day 57, the overseas market chipped in with 0.02 crore, proving that the film appeal has truly been global. It has been a phenomenal journey for the sequel, solidifying its place as a historical blockbuster.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, May 14 - Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company's historical action drama Raja Shivaji is inching closer to creating history after becoming the second-highest-grossing Marathi film of all time. The film has crossed the 90 crores gross mark worldwide after its second week and is now marching towards the prestigious 100 crores milestone. Raja Shivaji Becomes Second Biggest Marathi Grosser (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Raja Shivaji is expected to end its second week with 91+ crores gross worldwide. The film is estimated to collect 2.25+ crores on its second Thursday, which will help it surpass the lifetime collection of the female-led blockbuster Baipan Bhari Deva. Released in June 2023, Baipan Bhari Deva had emerged as a sensational success by grossing 90.50 crores worldwide during its theatrical run, making it the second-highest-grossing Marathi film at the time. With Raja Shivaji overtaking that benchmark, the film now stands behind only Sairat, which remains the industry’s all-time highest grosser with around 110 crores gross worldwide. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Highest-Grossing Marathi Films S. No. Movie Worldwide Gross 1 Sairat (2016) ₹ 110 Cr 2 Raja Shivaji (2026) ₹ 91+ Cr (14D) 3 Baipan Bhari Deva (2023) ₹ 90.50 Cr 4 Ved (2022) ₹ 73 Cr 5 Natsamrat (2016) ₹ 46 Cr* As of May 14, 2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Raja Shivaji Eyes 125+ Crore Gross Finish Based on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire, Raja Shivaji is now expected to enter the 100 crores gross club during its third weekend. The film will become only the second Marathi movie in history to achieve the feat after Sairat. Though the day-to-day collections have started slowing down after a phenomenal start, the film is still showing a strong theatrical hold across Maharashtra. Trade estimates currently suggest a lifetime finish of 125+ crores gross worldwide. If the film achieves the projected total, Raja Shivaji will emerge as the highest-grossing Marathi film of all time, surpassing Sairat and setting a new benchmark for the Marathi film industry.