BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, June 29 - The buzz surrounding Alpha continues to grow as fresh updates about the much-awaited spy action entertainer starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari have now surfaced online. Backed by Yash Raj Films, the film is set to be a major addition to the expanding YRF Spy Universe and is already among the most anticipated Bollywood releases of the year. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to the latest reports, Alpha has officially been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with a U/A (16+) certificate. The certification suggests that the film will feature intense action sequences and stylised violence while remaining suitable for theatrical audiences above the specified age group. The approved theatrical runtime of the film is 2 hours and 21 minutes. Reports suggest that the final cut promises a blend of high-octane action, emotional drama, and large-scale spy thriller elements, staying true to the tone of the YRF Spy Universe. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In another important update, advance booking for Alpha is expected to open on July 1. The pre-sales response is keenly being watched as it will be crucial for the movie to set the tone for a good start at the box office. The film has been subject to negativity (unrelated to the content), but the teaser and trailer have managed to turn the tables to some extent. The film marks a significant milestone for the YRF Spy Universe as it is the franchise's first female-led spy action film. The movie also stars Bobby Deol as the antagonist and Anil Kapoor, with Hrithik Roshan playing a cameo. The project features international locations, slick action choreography, and several surprises for fans of the cinematic universe. It is scheduled to release on July 3rd.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, June 30 - Akshay Kumar's latest comedy entertainer, Welcome To The Jungle, has crossed the 100 crore mark at the worldwide box office within just four days of release, continuing its good theatrical run despite the expected Monday slowdown. The Ahmed Khan directorial managed to hold decently on its first weekday, collecting an estimated 8.5 crore nett on Monday and taking its global total to around 106 crore. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) After a solid opening weekend that brought in around 63.75 crore nett (76.50 crores gross) in India, the film benefited from strong family footfalls, franchise nostalgia, and positive audience reception in mass circuits. Sunday witnessed a notable jump in collections, helping the film comfortably enter the 90 crore worldwide zone before Monday. The drop on Monday is less than 50% from the Friday opening day, which is considered a good hold. The film's Monday drop remained within an acceptable range, considering the better-than-expected weekend and discounted pricing on Tuesday. The coming weekdays will now determine whether the comedy caper can sustain momentum ahead of fresh competition arriving later this week. What makes the feat even more significant for Akshay Kumar is that Welcome To The Jungle has now become his sixth consecutive film to cross the 100 crore mark worldwide. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Six Consecutive 100 Crore Grossers For Akshay Kumar S. No. Movie Worldwide Gross 1 Welcome To The Jungle ₹ 106.50 Cr 2 Bhooth Bangla ₹ 271.00 Cr 3 Jolly LLB 3 ₹ 171.65 Cr 4 Housefull 5 ₹ 288.65 Cr 5 Kesari Chapter 2 ₹ 145.00 Cr 6 Sky Force ₹ 150.00 Cr As of June 29, 2026. While some of Akshay's recent films faced mixed critical and commercial outcomes domestically, the actor has continued to maintain a strong global box office pull, especially in ensemble entertainers and franchise-driven projects. The last movie of his which failed to cross the 100 crores gross mark worldwide was Khel Khel Mein in 2024, and since then, the actor has been on a success streak, which is always a good sign for the Hindi film industry. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the multi-starrer features a massive ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Disha Patani, Raveena Tandon, Jacqueline Fernandez, and others and serves as the third instalment in the popular Welcome franchise. Audiences have particularly responded to the film's nostalgic callbacks, slapstick humour, and larger-than-life comic setup. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})

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Mumbai, June 30 - The anticipation surrounding Ramayana: Part 1 has reached a new high as the Ranbir Kapoor-led magnum opus has become IMDb's most anticipated Indian movie of the remainder of 2026. The ambitious epic has topped IMDb's popularity charts, underlining the massive excitement among audiences worldwide ahead of its release. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana features an ensemble cast including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, Yash as Lankesh, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey and Laxman. The film is envisioned as a large-scale cinematic adaptation of the ancient Indian epic and is being mounted as a two-part saga with world-class visual effects and production scale. According to Variety India, the 20 most anticipated Indian films ranking was compiled from page views logged by IMDb's more than 250 million monthly visitors between January 1 and June 28, covering Indian films with confirmed theatrical or streaming releases in the second half of the year. The list also includes YRF's Alpha (number 2), Yash's Toxic (number 3), Shah Rukh Khan's King (at 4), and Dhamaal 4 (at 5). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The buzz around Ramayana Part 1 intensified after the makers unveiled the first glimpse earlier this year, with audiences praising the grandeur, visuals, and Ranbir Kapoor's striking transformation as Lord Rama. Since then, fans have been eagerly waiting for a full-fledged trailer announcement. Adding to the excitement, reports revealed that the makers are planning to unveil the official first trailer of the epic at a massive event in Los Angeles on July 14. The film has already garnered significant international attention, especially due to the collaboration between Oscar-winning composers Hans Zimmer and A. R. Rahman, who are jointly working on the film's music and background score. The combination of Indian epic with global cinematic storytelling has made the project one of the most talked-about Indian films in recent years. The film is scheduled to release this Diwali, with the second part coming on Diwali 2027. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) IMDb’s Most Anticipated Indian Movies of 2026 Rank Movie Language Release Date 1 Ramayana: Part 1 Hindi Diwali 2026 2 Alpha Hindi July 3 3 Toxic Kannada/English August 26 4 King Hindi Dec. 24, 2026 5 Dhamaal 4 Hindi July 10 6 Drishyam 3 Hindi October 2 7 Vishwanath & Sons Tamil August 14 8 Mirzapur: The Movie Hindi September 4 9 Haiwaan Hindi September 11 10 Eetha Hindi August 28

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, June 30 - Ajay Devgn's upcoming film Chauhaan has landed in controversy shortly after the release of its announcement teaser, with several groups objecting to the film's title and dialogues. The action drama, directed by Neeraj Yadav and produced by Jio Studios and Colour Yellow Productions, was announced with a high-intensity teaser that quickly grabbed attention across social media platforms. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The controversy began after the Kshatriya Parishad, a Rajput socio-cultural organisation, raised objections to the use of the "Chauhan" clan name in the film's title. The group accused the makers of exploiting Rajput identity and history for commercial and political storytelling. In a statement, members of the organisation said that the legacy of the Chauhan community should not be used in a manner that could hurt sentiments or create social divisions. Adding fuel to the debate was a dialogue from the teaser that says, Pathaanon se kehna… Chauhaan aa raha hai. The line instantly went viral online and sparked mixed reactions from viewers. While some fans viewed it as a typical mass-action punchline designed to build hype around Ajay Devgn's character, others criticised it for allegedly carrying communal undertones. A section of social media users also speculated whether the line was an indirect reference to Shah Rukh Khan’s blockbuster film Pathaan. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) We strongly condemn the attempt by Neeraj Yadav and Ajay Devgn's upcoming film Chauhaan to appropriate the Chauhan clan name for contemporary communal politics.Rajput history is not a political prop. The legacy of the Chauhans belongs to Rajput history , not to electoral… pic.twitter.com/nDRRKoikv4— Kshatriya Parishad (@kshatriya_org) June 29, 2026 The Kshatriya Parishad further argued that historical conflicts and Rajput history are often oversimplified in mainstream cinema to suit modern narratives. The organisation urged filmmakers to portray historical identities responsibly and avoid using caste or community names in a controversial context. However, supporters of the film believe the criticism may be premature, noting that only a teaser has been released and the film's full story is yet to be revealed. Despite the backlash, Chauhaan has succeeded in generating significant buzz online and has already become one of the most talked-about Bollywood announcements in recent days. The film marks Ajay Devgn's first collaboration with Aanand L Rai and is currently scheduled for a theatrical release on October 1, 2027.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Live Now Akshay Kumar's much-awaited comedy entertainer Welcome To The Jungle has delivered a good opening weekend at the domestic box office with around 64 crores net collection in 3 days. While the movie features a massive star cast and has big franchise value, it somewhat exceeded expectations, given the pre-release hype, which indicates a positive reception among the audience. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the film is now looking at a good hold on its first make-or-break Monday. The solid growth over the weekend suggested that the film has managed to click with the audiences, and the same is reflected in decent pre-sales for Monday. The positive word of mouth is coming into play as the film has sold over 20K tickets in three national chains (PVR, INOX, Cinepolis). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) LIVE BLOG 10:00 PM (IST) 29 JUN 2026 Advance Booking Day 5: Cinema Day Gives Big Boost Welcome To The Jungle is rocking bookings for Tuesday as it has already sold 70K+ tickets in national chains. The pre-sales are a direct result of discounted ticket pricing in the form of a cinema day. 10:00 PM (IST) 29 JUN 2026 Early Estimates: Clocked Around 10 Crore Gross As per early estimates, Welcome 3 clocked around 10+ crores gross (8.50 crores net) on its first Monday, which is a decent hold. The film's total India gross is around 86.50 crores (72.25 crores net) after 4 days. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 03:00 PM (IST) 29 JUN 2026 Live Update: BMS Sold 55K Tickets On Monday As of 3 PM, Welcome 3 has sold approx. 55K tickets on BookMyShow on its first Monday, which is the 9th highest for a Bollywood film with below 500K tickets for a whole day. At this point, it is trending above Tere Ishk Mein, which sold 53K tickets at the same time and scored 8.75 crore net. 03:00 PM (IST) 29 JUN 2026 Live Update: Welcome 3 Heads For Double-Digit Monday As of 3 PM, Welcome 3 has netted around 2.30 crores and with strong evening and night shows loading, the film is heading towards double-digit collection, which is a good hold. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 10:00 AM (IST) 29 JUN 2026 Welcome To The Jungle Sold 1.19M Tickets On BMS Welcome 3 sold approx. 1.19 million tickets on the ticketing platform, BookMyShow, in the opening weekend, which is the 9th highest since 2025 for a Bollywood film. (as per Filmy View/X) 10:00 PM (IST) 28 JUN 2026 Welcome To The Jungle Sells 22K Tickets In PIC As of 10 PM, the comedy entertainer has sold around 22K tickets for the fourth day. If the spot booking remains equally good, the movie can aim for another double-digit net collection, which will keep it on course for a big success. @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 SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, June 29 - Akshay Kumar's Welcome To The Jungle has emerged as a strong performer at the box office, collecting an impressive 93.50 crore gross worldwide during its opening three-day weekend. The comedy entertainer has not only revived audience interest in the Welcome franchise but has also sparked conversations around its production scale and remuneration structure. According to Bollywood Hungama, the film was mounted on a budget of approximately 125 crore, making it one of the biggest comedy productions in recent Bollywood history. Around 60 crore was reportedly spent on production and shooting, while 35 crore went towards the ensemble cast. The remaining budget was allocated to the technical crew, direction, and promotional activities. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) One of the biggest talking points surrounding the film has been Akshay Kumar's payment model. Instead of charging a massive upfront acting fee, the superstar reportedly opted for a backend profit-sharing arrangement. Earlier rumours claiming he accepted only 1.8 crore for the film were dismissed by Akshay during promotions, further fuelling speculation about the actual deal structure. The profit-sharing strategy is being seen as a smart move by Akshay Kumar, especially after the film's impressive opening weekend collections. If the movie continues its strong run in theatres, Akshay Kumar could end up earning significantly, given that the movie is also expected to fetch huge revenue from digital and satellite rights. Directed by Ahmed Khan, Welcome To The Jungle features a star-studded cast and aims to revive the nostalgia and comic chaos associated with the popular Welcome franchise.