BY SUNIT JANGIR

Chennai, July 4 - Thalapathy Vijay's highly-awaited Jana Nayagan buzz has intensified in the anticipation of its long-delayed release date. The film was supposed to be released in January this year, but was delayed due to censorship issues because of its political and religious tone. The political actioner has continuously been in the media headlines, and it seems the release date is finally around the corner. As the buzz for H Vinoth's directorial is shooting up, a viral Jana Nayagan censor certificate claims that the movie is 3 hours long and has been passed after over a dozen modifications. However, it has been learned that the viral post is an edited version of Vijay's 2023 blockbuster Leo, as the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is yet to get the copy of the certificate. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Meanwhile, multiple reliable reports have confirmed that Jana Nayagan has been granted an A certificate and the film body is expected to issue the certificate on Monday (July 6). As reported earlier, it will be the first adult-rated movie for Thalapathy Vijay, who has otherwise done family-friendly films. While the official runtime is not revealed yet, the movie is expected to be around 3 hours long, as one of the longest films of the Tamil superstar. Produced by KVN Productions in their Tamil debut, Jana Nayagan is most likely to release on July 23, and the plans are already underway for a massive release worldwide. The film also stars Bobby Deol in his Tamil debut alongside Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, Narain and Priyamani in key roles. The official announcement of the release date is expected to be made in a few days.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 4 - Superstar Ram Charan's sports action drama Peddi is finally heading to OTT after almost completing its theatrical run. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, the film released with solid expectations and went on to post an average performance at the global box office with around 340 crore gross worldwide. The film will start streaming on Netflix from July 9 in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada languages. The Hindi version, however, will arrive later after completing the compulsory eight-week theatrical run in cinemas (if a film is released in national chains). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Peddi received mixed reactions from audiences and critics upon release, though Ram Charan's performance was widely appreciated. The film's action episodes, emotional moments, and sports backdrop helped it maintain a steady theatrical run, especially in Telugu states. However, despite the 100+ crores worldwide opening day, Peddi failed to achieve its massive theatrical target and eventually ended up as a below-average to average performer at the box office. The movie, though, managed to become Ram Charan's highest solo grosser, and his second highest after multistarrer RRR, directed by SS Rajamouli. Janhvi Kapoor played the female lead in the film, alongside Shivarajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, and Divyenndu Sharma in key roles. With the OTT release date now locked, fans who missed Peddi in theatres will soon be able to watch the film from the comfort of their homes. The Netflix premiere is expected to bring the film to a wider digital audience across multiple languages.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 4 - The makers of superstar Salman Khan's upcoming film Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace have issued an official clarification after reports surfaced claiming that the film was facing delays due to issues with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Several media reports earlier suggested that the film's certification process had been put on hold, leading to speculation about a possible indefinite postponement of its release. The reports quickly gained traction online, with many assuming that the film had encountered obstacles at the censorship stage. Responding to the rumours, Salman Khan Films released a statement dismissing the claims as inaccurate and misleading. According to the production house, the film has not yet been submitted to the CBFC for certification, making reports about the certificate being withheld "entirely baseless." (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Official Statement! pic.twitter.com/ewj5EoENGk— Salman Khan Films (@SKFilmsOfficial) July 4, 2026 Maatrubhumi has already attracted significant attention due to its subject matter. The film is inspired by the 2020 Galwan Valley clash and was previously titled Battle of Galwan before undergoing a title change. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, the film stars Salman Khan in the lead role alongside Chitrangada Singh. The project is considered one of Salman Khan's most ambitious films in recent years, with fans eagerly awaiting updates regarding its release. While the clarification from the makers settles the CBFC-related rumours for now, the official release date of the film is yet to be announced.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 4 - The iconic actor-director duo of Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan is reportedly set to reunite once again for an exciting comedy thriller. The duo recently teamed up for the horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla, while their 8th film, Haiwaan, co-starring Saif Ali Khan, is scheduled for release in September this year. Recently, it was reported that Akshay and Priyadarshan had finalised another project in the comedy thriller genre. Now, according to the latest report by Bollywood Hungama, the duo's 9th film together has been titled Wicked Sunny. It is said that the title does complete justice to the film's zone as well as its lead character. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The upcoming film is said to be a comedy-thriller and will reportedly be produced by Ramesh Taurani under the banner of Tips Films. While an official announcement is still awaited, the reported title has already generated significant buzz among fans of the duo. Interestingly, the title Wicked Sunny is believed to be inspired by the popular phrase associated with Akshay Kumar's character from the 2004 comedy Mujhse Shaadi Karogi. The nostalgic connection has added to the excitement surrounding the project, especially among audiences who have enjoyed the actor’s comic timing over the years. Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan have delivered several memorable films together, including Hera Pheri, Garam Masala, Bhagam Bhag, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, De Dana Dan, and Khatta Meetha. Their collaborations are widely known for blending humour, chaos, and entertainment, making them fan favourites across generations.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Welcome To The Jungle, the third installment in the beloved comedy franchise, has officially entered its second week at the box office. As of its eighth day, the film is showing steady legs despite a significant shift in the theatrical landscape. On Friday, July 3, the movie faced its first major hurdle with the release of the female-led spy thriller Alpha, which led to a noticeable reduction in its show count across the country. To put this into perspective, the film was running with 9,917 shows on Thursday, but this number dropped to 7,557 shows on Friday. Despite losing nearly 2,400 shows, the film managed to hold its ground reasonably well. Talking about the numbers, Welcome To The Jungle collected 4.50 crore net on its second Friday. This represents an 18.2 percent drop from the previous day, where it had earned 5.50 crore. While any drop in the second week is worth noting, a dip of less than 20 percent on a day when a new competitor arrives suggests that the film still has a dedicated audience. This Day 8 performance has pushed the total India net collection to 97.65 crore, placing it right on the doorstep of the coveted 100-crore club, which it should comfortably cross over the second weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) When we look at the gross figures, the domestic total has reached 116.27 crore. The overseas market contributed another 1.00 crore on Friday, bringing the total international gross to 27.45 crore. Combining these figures, the worldwide gross collection now stands at an impressive 143.72 crore. For a comedy entertainer with a massive ensemble cast, these numbers reflect a consistent global interest that has spanned over 83,000 shows since its release. In the national multiplex chains, which include PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis, the film saw focused activity. For the second Friday, these chains collectively sold 13,000 tickets, generating a gross of approximately 42 lakhs across 2,000 shows. The occupancy in these premium venues averaged around 3.5 percent. PVR led the contributions with 19.5 lakhs from roughly 840 shows, followed by INOX with 15 lakhs from 700 shows, and Cinepolis adding 7.6 lakhs from 460 shows. While the occupancy rates in multiplexes were on the lower side during the day, the evening and night shows showed much better momentum. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Regional occupancy trends highlight where the film is currently thriving. Bengaluru emerged as the strongest performer with an overall occupancy of 21.3 percent, peaking at a solid 32 percent during night shows. Other major hubs like the National Capital Region and Mumbai recorded overall occupancies of 16 percent and 13.8 percent respectively. Interestingly, Ahmedabad showed a significant jump in the night, moving from a 3 percent morning occupancy to 27 percent by the end of the day. This trend of night-time growth is a positive sign for the film's prospects over Saturday and Sunday. The digital engagement on BookMyShow also provides a clear picture of its standing among the year's big releases. On its second Friday, the platform recorded 77,190 tickets sold, bringing the total ticket count on the site to over 17.89 lakhs. In the context of second-friday ticket sales for the 2025-26 period, Welcome To The Jungle currently ranks at the eleventh spot. While it sits behind heavy hitters like Dhurandhar and Chhaava, it is maintaining a similar pace to other major sequels like Raid 2.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The YRF Spy Universe has officially expanded its horizon with the release of Alpha. This film marks a significant milestone as it is the first female-led project in the high-stakes franchise. On its opening day, Alpha managed to grab the attention of the audience across the country, showing steady momentum despite the heavy expectations that come with being part of such a successful cinematic universe. The movie opened on July 3, 2026, across 7,534 shows, which is a massive footprint for a standalone thriller of this scale. In terms of financial performance, Alpha collected an India net of 9.25 crore on its first day. When we look at the gross figures, the film brought in 10.80 crore from the domestic market. The early estimates for the overseas market are also trickling in, suggesting a gross collection of around 5.00 crore. This brings the total worldwide gross early estimates to 15.80 crore for the opening day. To give you a sense of the international interest, data from Venky Box Office indicates that in North America, the film earned 207,000 dollars from 393 locations as of Friday evening PST. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The engagement on booking platforms reflects a healthy appetite for the film. On BookMyShow, the movie saw a total of 224,670 tickets sold for the opening day. This includes a pre-sale count of approximately 71,000 tickets and an additional 154,000 tickets booked on Friday itself. This trend shows that while the advance booking was solid, the actual day-of sales provided a necessary boost to cross the 9-crore mark. When we break down the performance in national multiplex chains, we see that PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis contributed a combined gross over 1.80 crore. Individually, PVR led the pack with 1 crore, while INOX and Cinepolis contributed roughly 56 lakhs and 23 lakhs respectively. These chains sold about 46,000 tickets in total. The regional occupancy rates offer more insight into where the film is resonating most. Hyderabad and Bengaluru recorded the highest occupancy at nearly 25 percent and 24 percent, while the National Capital Region followed closely at 23.5 percent. Mumbai saw an occupancy of 20 percent. The night shows in Hyderabad were particularly strong, peaking at 47 percent, which suggests that the film might see a jump over the weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) To provide some context on where Alpha stands, we have compared its opening day net collection with other major female-led Bollywood films. Currently, Alpha has secured a spot in the top three, matching the opening numbers of the recent hit Crew. While it sits just behind Veere Di Wedding and Gangubai Kathiawadi, it has successfully claimed a joint third position, comfortably outperforming titles like Dear Zindagi. Top 5 Female-Led Bollywood Openers - India Net CollectionMOVIE NAMEINDIA NET COLLECTIONVeere Di Wedding₹ 10.70 CrGangubai Kathiawadi₹ 10.50 CrCrew₹ 9.25 CrAlpha₹ 9.25 Cr Dear Zindagi ₹ 8.80 Cr (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The journey for Alpha is just beginning. As the first female-led chapter of the YRF Spy Universe, its performance will be closely watched to see if it can maintain this pace. With 224K tickets sold on the first day and strong late-night occupancy in major cities, the film has built a foundation to capitalize on the Saturday and Sunday footfalls. The balance between domestic net collections and overseas early estimates will determine how quickly it can reach the profit zone in the coming week.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Gatta Kusthi 2 made its theatrical debut on July 3, 2026, and the opening day numbers suggest a strong start for this sports comedy-drama. Starring Vishnu Vishal and Aishwarya Lekshmi, the film is a sequel to the 2022 hit that explored the dynamics of a wrestling champion wife and her stay-at-home husband. Directed by Chella Ayyavu with music by Sean Roldan, the film has arrived with significant expectations and a much larger scale than its predecessor. To understand the growth of this franchise, we have to look at the first film. The original Gatta Kusthi opened to a net collection of 0.85 crore and went on to become a hit with a lifetime India gross of 11.58 crore. The sequel has effectively tripled that opening performance. On Day 1, Gatta Kusthi 2 collected an India gross of 2.93 crore. When we look at the net figures, the film earned 2.55 crore across a massive 2,109 shows. This is a milestone for Vishnu Vishal, marking the first time a film led by him has been showcased in over 1,000 shows on its opening day. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The regional breakdown shows that the film is primarily driven by its home market. Tamil Nadu contributed a significant 2.60 crore to the total gross. Other southern states also showed presence, with Karnataka and Kerala both bringing in 0.15 crore each. The Andhra Pradesh and Telangana regions added 0.02 crore, while the rest of India contributed 0.01 crore. In terms of theater occupancy, Chennai led the way with 38 percent, followed by Coimbatore at 23 percent and Bengaluru at 15 percent. The night shows in Chennai were particularly strong, jumping to 61 percent occupancy, which indicates positive word-of-mouth as the day progressed. Looking at the national multiplex chains, which include PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis, the film saw steady movement. These chains recorded a combined gross of 18 lakhs from 320 shows. Approximately 12,900 tickets were sold in these national chains, maintaining an average occupancy of 16 percent. While these numbers might seem modest compared to the overall total, they represent a solid footprint for a regional sports comedy in the premium multiplex sector. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The digital engagement on booking platforms has been a major highlight for the production team. Gatta Kusthi 2 recorded its career-highest ticket sales for Vishnu Vishal on BookMyShow, with over 74,600 tickets sold in the final 24 hours leading into the opening day. In total, the platform saw over 93,000 tickets booked for the first day. This surge in advance interest helped the film navigate a competitive box office landscape, where it is currently facing off against existing holds like Nooru Saami and Con City. From an analytical perspective, the film has a reported production budget of 27 crore. To recover this cost and reach hit status like the first installment, the movie will need to maintain its momentum throughout the first week. The prequel eventually reached a worldwide gross of 14.58 crore, and the sequel is already well on its way to surpassing those benchmarks given its aggressive release strategy and higher show count. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Early audience feedback highlights several key elements that could drive its longevity. Viewers are praising a superb second half filled with nonstop humor and a laugh-riot performance by Karunas. Vishnu Vishal is noted for balancing comedy with emotion, while Aishwarya Lekshmi delivers another powerful turn as the wrestling lead. The addition of Kutty Papa Zaara as Mathi has been described as a scene-stealing performance, and cameos by Ramya Krishnan and Yogi Babu provide extra star power. Perhaps most importantly for a family audience, the film concludes with a meaningful message regarding the relationship between husbands and wives, which often helps films of this genre perform well with family crowds over the weekends.

BY SACNILK TEAM

Here is the Telugu movie Nagabandham - The Secret Treasure box office collection which is a Action Adventure Drama Thriller film. This film is directed by Abhishek Nama and produced by . ## Nagabandham - The Secret Treasure stars , Nabha Natesh, Mahesh Manjrekar, Jagapati Babu, Murli Sharma, Anasuya Bharadwaj in key roles. ## Nagabandham - The Secret Treasure Review ## Nagabandham - The Secret Treasure Review: What Public Has To Say About This Movie ## Nagabandham - The Secret Treasure 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 ## Nagabandham - The Secret Treasure Budget: ₹ 1 Cr * Approx ## Nagabandham - The Secret Treasure Verdict: Coming Soon ## Nagabandham - The Secret Treasure Screen count ## India: - * expected ## Overseas: - * expected ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 3rd July 2026 ## For more and the latest news about Tollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.Nagabandham - The Secret Treasure State Wise Gross CollectionDayKarnatakaAPTGTamil NaduKeralaRest Of IndiaDay TotalDay 1 [1st Friday]₹ 0.35 Cr₹ 3.05 Cr₹ 0.2 Cr₹ 0.08 Cr₹ 0.25 Cr₹ 3.93 CrTotal₹ 0.35 Cr₹ 3.05 Cr₹ 0.2 Cr₹ 0.08 Cr₹ 0.25 Cr₹ 3.93 Cr ##

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Chennai, July 2 - After months of delays and a long battle with the censor board, Thalapathy Vijay's much-awaited film Jana Nayagan has reportedly finally received clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). However, the biggest surprise is the film's reported certification, as reports claim the movie has been awarded an A’(Adults Only) certificate. The H. Vinoth directorial had been stuck in a major censor controversy for several months due to its alleged political themes, religious references, and certain intense scenes. Reports earlier suggested that the film could receive a UA 16+ certificate after multiple cuts and modifications, but as Lets Cinema, the film has been awarded an A rating, which makes it the first movie in Thalapathy Vijay's career to get adult certification. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The development is shocking, especially because Vijay has mostly delivered family-oriented entertainers throughout his career. The censor issue had also led to legal complications and repeated postponements, with the makers approaching the court over delays in certification. Despite the controversy, the film has continued to generate massive hype, particularly because it is to be Vijay's final full-fledged film. With the censor hurdle now reportedly cleared, Jana Nayagan is likely to finally head towards release later this month, either on July 23 or 30. According to reports, the makers are planning for a July release, although an official announcement regarding the exact release date is still awaited. Fans are now eagerly waiting for confirmation from the production house, while the reported A certificate has already sparked huge discussions across social media and Tamil cinema circles.

BY SACNILK TEAM

Here is the Hindi movie Baby Do Die Do box office collection which is a Action Crime Mystery Thriller film. This film is directed by Nachiket Samant and produced by . ## Baby Do Die Do stars , Huma Qureshi, Sikander Kher, Chunky Panday, Vidya Malavade, Himanshu Malik, Marudhar Shekhawat in key roles. ## Baby Do Die Do Review ## Baby Do Die Do Review: What Public Has To Say About This Movie ## Baby Do Die Do 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 ## Baby Do Die Do Budget: ₹ 1 Cr * Approx ## Baby Do Die Do Verdict: Coming Soon ## Baby Do Die Do Screen count ## India: - * expected ## Overseas: - * expected ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 3rd July 2026 ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 3 - The much-anticipated YRF Spy Universe film Alpha faced an early test at the box office on its opening day, as trade analysts closely monitored its initial occupancy trends amid decent pre-release hype. Starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh, the action thriller arrived in cinemas with massive expectations attached to the shared universe. While the film witnessed a slower start in some circuits during the morning shows, the overall buzz remained steady across multiplex chains in major cities. At the same time, the film's advance booking performance has been surprisingly better than expected, with Alpha crossing over 5 crore gross including blocked seats for opening day. The encouraging pre-sales figures have kept the film on track for a double-digit opening at the Indian box office, especially if audience word of mouth turns positive through the evening. Industry observers believe that the strong franchise value of the Yash Raj Films Spy Universe could help the film gain momentum over the next few days. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The pressure on Alpha remains high because it marks the first female-led instalment in the popular spy franchise, leading to constant comparisons with blockbuster titles such as Tiger, Pathaan, and War. Despite mixed reactions to some promotional material, audiences have praised the scale of the action sequences and the performances of the lead cast. If the film manages to secure strong audience approval over the weekend, trade analysts believe Alpha still has the potential to emerge as a successful addition to the expanding YRF Spy Universe. LIVE BLOG 08:00 PM (IST) 03 JUL 2026 Live Update: Alpha Heads For 9+ Crore Net Alpha seems to defy negative reviews with a better-than-expected opening day at the domestic box office. The film has already scored 6.25+ crores net as of 8 PM, and is heading to score 9-10 crore net which is a decent opening. 11:00 PM (IST) 03 JUL 2026 YRF Unveils New Powerful Promo . 10:00 PM (IST) 03 JUL 2026 Alpha Secures Wide Nationwide Release The seventh film in the YRF Spy Universe has managed to get a wide release across the nation despite intense competition. As per reports, the film has been released on 2750 screens with nearly 9000 shows per day. If the word of mouth is positive, the film has a good chance of scoring well over the weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 10:00 PM (IST) 03 JUL 2026 Alpha Clocks $250K+ Overseas Pre-Sales At the overseas box office, Alpha scored $250K+ advance sales for the opening day, which is decent. Including domestic sales, the movie has managed to clock 5.50+ crores gross (without block seats) for day 1. 10:00 PM (IST) 03 JUL 2026 Alpha Advance Shows Promising Signs Exceeding expectations, Alpha scored promising advance sales for the opening day. Without block seats, the Shiv Rawail directorial grossed over 3 crores with nearly 90K tickets sold across the country. In national chains, the movie sold nearly 40K tickets for the opening day. @keyframes pulse { 0% { opacity: 1; } 50% { opacity: 0.2; } 100% { opacity: 1; } } .blinking-dot { height: 7px; width: 7px; background-color: white; border-radius: 50%; display: inline-block; animation: pulse 1.2s infinite ease-in-out; } { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "LiveBlogPosting", "headline": "Peddi Box Office Collection Day 5 Live Update", "description": "Analytical report and live updates for Peddi box office performance.", "liveBlogUpdate": [ { "@type": "BlogPosting", "headline": "Peddi hits 150 cr mark", "datePublished": "2026-06-08T09:50:00+05:30", "articleBody": "Peddi has officially crossed the 150 crore net mark in India, according to early estimates." } ] }

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The Tamil film industry is preparing for a fresh romantic comedy titled Love Oh Love, which is set to arrive in theaters on July 10, 2026. Directed by debutant Magesh Rajendran, the movie has started to pick up momentum among young audiences for its highly relatable take on the intersection of modern relationships and financial stability. Jointly produced by Dinesh Raj and G. Dhananjayan under the banners of Zinema Media and Creative Entertainers, the film promises a humorous look at the hidden costs of dating in a corporate world. One of the primary talking points of the film is its interesting cast. The movie stars Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam (NEEK) fame Pavish Narayan, the nephew of actor Dhanush, who plays the lead role of a corporate employee named Raghuvaran. Joining him is popular Telugu YouTube sensation Naga Durga, who is making her official entry into Tamil cinema. What adds significant weight to the project is the presence of industry veterans in supporting roles. Renowned director Selvaraghavan steps in front of the camera to play a police officer, while K.S. Ravikumar portrays the protagonist's father. Vanitha Vijayakumar is also part of the ensemble, expected to provide a pivotal comic element to the story. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The narrative center of Love Oh Love revolves around a situation many modern professionals might find familiar. Raghuvaran finds himself in a financial nightmare as his love life becomes increasingly expensive. The story explores how his girlfriend's materialistic lifestyle leads to maxed-out credit cards and mounting debt, eventually landing him in a police station to explain his woes. This concept of love coming with extra taxes is the core theme that the director uses to drive the visual comedy and relatable dialogue throughout the film. In terms of certification, the Central Board of Film Certification has cleared the movie with a U/A certificate. This 13 plus rating suggests that the film is designed as an accessible entertainer suitable for both youth and family audiences. The promotional campaign has been strategic, beginning with a teaser in mid-June that established the conflict between Raghuvaran and Selvaraghavan's police officer character. This was followed by a more detailed trailer that highlighted the contrast between lavish dates and the subsequent breakdown over financial ruin. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Check out the official trailer below to see a glimpse of this relatable financial and romantic nightmare.