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Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan To Reunite For Director Priyadarshan's Thriller Film; Title Revealed

Mumbai, July 3 - After last doing a film together 17 years ago with Tashan (2008), Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan are reportedly reuniting for a thriller film, to be directed by Priyadarshan. The film has been in the news for the past few months, and now, more details have emerged regarding the same. ## According to the report by Hindustan Times, the project in question has been titled "Haiwaan", and the filming for the same is expected to commence in August this year. It is said that the makers feel the title describes the film's subject the best, which is reportedly an edge-of-the-seat thriller. ## The report also stated that other titles were also under consideration, but Haiwaan but clicked unanimously, given the characters the lead actors play. ## Akshay Kumar, meanwhile, recently wrapped up the shoot of horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla, directed by Priyadarshan. The actor-director duo will also be reuniting for the third instalment of the iconic comedy franchise, Here Pheri, which is expected to start rolling by early next year. ## Saif Ali Khan, on the other hand, was last seen on the big screen in "Devara: Part 1" in 2024. The actor's last film was "Jewel Thief", which was directly released on Netflix in April this year. ## Stay tuned...

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Ramayana Primary Cast Confirmed As Makers Unveil Epic Announcement Video

Mumbai, July 3 - Ending months of speculations and anticipation, producer Namit Malhotra has officially announced the grand cinematic adaptation of the epic Ramayana. Directed by Dangal fame Nitesh Tiwari, the film was announced on July 3 with a breathtaking video that revealed the primary cast and teased the film's stunning scale. ## Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor will take on the revered role of Lord Ram, while Sai Pallavi will portray Goddess Sita. Yash steps into the role of Ravana, with Sunny Deol portraying Hanuman, while Ravi Dubey is cast as Laxman. ## Though only five actors were formally announced, the ensemble cast will also feature Kajal Aggarwal, Arun Govil, Rakul Preet Singh, Sheeba Chaddha, Lara Dutta, and Kunal Kapoor, among others, in significant roles in this timeless saga. ## The announcement video itself has left fans awestruck with its cinematic brilliance. Produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus in collaboration with Yash's Monster Mind Creations, the video showcases a sweeping vision of the epic tale, brought to life with world-class VFX by DNEG and a thrilling background score by Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman. ## Towards the end of the video, the makers also released the official first look glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor as Ram and Yash as Ravana. Designed specifically for IMAX, Ramayana promises to be a landmark in Indian cinema, offering an immersive experience of the sacred epic. The film will be released in two parts, with Part 1 releasing on Diwali 2026, followed by Part 2 on Diwali 2027. ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Namit Malhotra (@iamnamitmalhotra) ## Stay tuned...

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Deepika Padukone To Receive A Star On Hollywood Walk of Fame; First Indian Citizen To Get The Honour

Mumbai, July 3 - In a historic recognition, star Indian actress Deepika Padukone is set to be honoured with a Star on the prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame, Class of 2026. The announcement was made on Wednesday evening via a livestream by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce's selection panel. ## Padukone joins an illustrious list of 35 honourees this year, which includes acclaimed Hollywood names such as Emily Blunt, Rami Malek, Timothée Chalamet, Rachel McAdams, Stanley Tucci, and Demi Moore, among others. ## While Deepika becomes the first Indian citizen to receive this honour, she is not the first person of Indian origin. The late Sabu Dastagir, born in Mysore in 1924, was the first Indian to be inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960. Discovered by director Robert Flaherty, Sabu rose to fame with the 1937 film Elephant Boy, and after taking American citizenship in 1944, he went on to star in many successful Hollywood productions. ## Deepika Padukone's induction marks a major milestone in her international career, further cementing her status as a global ambassador for Indian cinema. From appearing at major film festivals to unveiling the FIFA World Cup trophy in Qatar in 2022, the actress continues to represent India on the world stage. ## On the professional front, Deepika is gearing up for two high-profile releases next year, Shah Rukh Khan's "King" and the tentatively titled "AA22xA6" featuring Allu Arjun. ## Stay tuned...

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Shooting For Dhanush, Kriti Sanon-starrer 'Tere Ishq Mein' Wraps Up

Mumbai, July 2 - Director Aanand L. Rai's much-anticipated love story Tere Ishq Mein, starring Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, has officially completed filming. The shoot wrapped on Tuesday, July 1, and marks another emotional tale from the world of Raanjhanaa (2013), which also featured Dhanush under Rai's direction. The announcement of the film's wrap was accompanied by a symbolic and striking image, two bloodied hands held tightly together, hinting at the emotional intensity of the story. In the film, Dhanush plays Shankar, while Kriti Sanon portrays Mukti. The narrative delves into unrequited love, longing, and emotional conflict, promising a compelling cinematic experience. ## Marking her first collaboration with both Rai and Dhanush, Kriti Sanon shared a heartfelt message on social media. "Love wrapped in Anand Rai style drama and intensity!!❤️ After a roller coaster ride and a marathon of emotionally and physically draining schedules... Another beautiful journey comes to an end," Kriti wrote. "But this one has given me memories and equations that will last forever!!" ## She expressed gratitude to director Aanand L. Rai, adding, "@aanandlrai thank you for holding my one hand through this journey to find Mukti, and for feeding me the yummiest food with so much love with the other hand 🤣❤️🤗 I have enjoyed every moment being directed by you, sir!" ## The National Award-winning actress also heaped high praise on co-star Dhanush. "Such a pleasure doing scenes with you my friend! Here's to many more together!! 🤗💖 Stay amazing and stay in touch!!" ## Tere Ishq Mein is produced by Aanand L. Rai, Himanshu Sharma, Bhushan Kumar, and Krishan Kumar under the banners of Colour Yellow Productions and T-Series. The screenplay is penned by Himanshu Sharma in collaboration with Neeraj Yadav. With a soul-stirring score by A.R. Rahman and lyrics by Irshad Kamil, the film is set for a theatrical release on November 28, 2025, in both Hindi and Tamil. ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kriti Sanon 🦋 (@kritisanon) ## Stay tuned...

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Major Details About Ranbir Kapoor, Yash's 'Ramayana' First Look Glimpse Revealed

Mumbai, July 2 - Director Nitesh Tiwari's epic Ramayana first look glimpse is set to be unveiled on July 3 during an event at a multiplex in Mumbai, amid the huge anticipation. The makers have officially confirmed the news; however, there are some rumours making the rounds on social media around this big development. ## There were rumours that the makers would only unveil the logo of Ramayana, and not the first look teaser as was speculated. However, the latest development has confirmed that the makers will indeed launch the first glimpse, which is 3 minutes long, on July 3. ## Other than the 3-minute teaser, the makers have also shown a 7-minute showreel to the media. This particular unit offers insight into the planning and execution of this monumental project. However, the video will not be released online now, as it will be unveiled only closer to the film's theatrical release on Diwali 2026. ## Also, it is revealed that the filming for the first part of Ramayana has been completed and the second part shoot will commence in August this year. The film is produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios and Yash's Monster Mind Creations. ## The movie features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Raavan, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, and Sunny Deol as Hanuman. The first part of the Ramayana will be released on Diwali 2026, followed by the second part on Diwali 2027. ## For those asking – yes, the *first glimpse* of #Ramayana is 3 minutes long and will be unveiled tomorrow [3 July 2025].The 7-minute *vision showreel* is a separate video unit that offers insight into the planning and execution of this monumental project... This unit will be… pic.twitter.com/HVczXmPCrl— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 2, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

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'War 2' Official Synopsis Revealed

Mumbai, July 2 - One of the most awaited action spectacles of the year, War 2, has had its official synopsis reportedly revealed through theatre listings in the USA, and it teases an explosive face-off between Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR's characters. ## A sequel to the 2019 blockbuster War and the sixth instalment in Yash Raj Films' blockbuster Spy Universe, War 2 brings back Hrithik Roshan as Kabir, the rogue RAW agent, while introducing Jr. NTR as Agent Vikram, a ferocious Special Units Officer on a mission to hunt him down, in his Bollywood debut. ## The viral synopsis reads, "Years ago, agent Kabir went rogue and became India's greatest villain ever. But this time, as he descends further into the deepest shadows, India sends its deadliest, most lethal agent after him, a Special Units Officer who is more than Kabir's equal, absolutely nuclear! Agent Vikram. A relentless Terminator driven by his own demons, determined to put a bullet into Kabir's skull". ## "A brutal Cat versus Rottweiler game begins as the two face off. The entire world is their brutal, bloody battleground. The choices ahead of them are impossible. The price to be paid is ultimate. This is a War with spectacular action and heart-wrenching emotion", the synopsis continues. ## Directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditya Chopra under the YRF banner, War 2 also stars Kiara Advani in the lead female role. Speaking about the action design, Mukerji shared in a recent interview that crafting the sequences was a massive creative challenge as both Hrithik and Jr. NTR are mega stars in their own right, and I wanted to create moments that truly justify their on-screen presence.## War 2 is slated for a grand Independence Day weekend release on August 14, 2025, in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office War: Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR's 'War 2' Telugu States Rights Sold For Record Price

Hyderabad, July 1 - One of the biggest and most anticipated films of the year, War 2 - produced by Yash Raj Films and starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR, and Kiara Advani — is all set to explode at the box office during the Independence Day 2025 weekend. The high-octane action thriller will release in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil on August 14. ## Directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 has generated massive buzz across trade circles, especially in the Telugu-speaking states, thanks to the involvement of Telugu superstar Jr. NTR. With anticipation at an all-time high, reports suggest that the demand for the film’s theatrical rights in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana was soaring, with the asking price reportedly ranging between ₹80–100 crore. ## In a surprising shift from YRF's usual release strategy, where the studio self-distributes its films, War 2 has broken tradition. The Telugu theatrical rights have officially been sold, and that too for a record-setting deal. ## According to Telugu media reports, producer Naga Vamsi of Sithara Entertainments has acquired the rights for a whopping ₹80 crore non-refundable advance (NRA). This marks the biggest-ever deal for a non-Telugu film in the region, underscoring Jr. NTR's pull and the movie's massive hype. ## What makes this development even more striking is the looming box office clash with Coolie, the star-studded action entertainer featuring legends Rajinikanth and Nagarjuna. Backed by significant buzz, Coolie will also hit theatres on August 14, with its Telugu distribution rights sold to Asian Suresh Entertainment, reportedly for a ₹50 crore. ## With two juggernauts releasing on the same day, the Telugu box office is gearing up for a colossal showdown. While Coolie enjoys strong anticipation, it's War 2 that's expected to take the bigger opening in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, driven by Jr. NTR's immense fan base. However, as always, the final verdict will lie in the audience's word-of-mouth following release. ## As the countdown to Independence Day begins, the excitement around War 2 and Coolie continues to intensify, promising one of the biggest clashes in recent Indian cinema history. ## Stay tuned...

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Arijit Singh Becomes First Artist To Hit 150 Million Followers On Spotify; Beats Taylor Swift

Mumbai, July 1 - Legendary Indian playback singer Arijit Singh has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first artist in the world to surpass 150 million followers on Spotify, the popular global music streaming platform. The National Award-winning vocalist, composer, and producer has overtaken international music icon Taylor Swift to claim the top spot. ## As of July 1, 2026, Arijit Singh boasts 151 million followers on Spotify. Swift holds the second position with 139.5 million, followed by Ed Sheeran (121 million), Billie Eilish (114 million), and The Weeknd (107.2 million). Singh first rose to the top of the Spotify follower charts in August 2023, when he overtook Swift to become the most followed artist for a short period of time. ## In August 2024, Singh again became the top artist and, since then, has managed his lead over Swift. At that time, only three artists—including Ed Sheeran—had crossed the 100 million mark. A year later, the number of artists with over 100 million followers has expanded to seven, with Ariana Grande (105.8 million) and Eminem (101.7 million) joining the ranks. ## Arijit Singh's rise reflects the growing global reach of Indian music. Known for his breathtaking, soul-stirring voice and chart-topping Hindi film tracks, Singh's international appeal continues to grow. His achievement is particularly remarkable considering Spotify launched in India only in February 2019, making his follower growth within just six years all the more impressive. This landmark moment further cements Arijit Singh's position as one of the most influential music artists of the 21st century, especially in India and a symbol of India's cultural imprint on global streaming platforms. Stay tuned...

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Akshay Kumar's 'Kesari Chapter 2' Crosses 15 Million Views On JioHotstar

Mumbai, July 1 - Dharma Productions' biographical drama Kesari Chapter 2, starring superstar Akshay Kumar, has turned out to be a big success on JioHotstar. The movie was originally released in theatres on April 18 this year and was a success at the box office with close to 150 crores gross collection worldwide.## Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, Kesari 2 was released on JioHotstar after an 8-week theatrical run on June 13. The movie instantly caught the attention of the digital audience as it generated over 8 million views in the first 3 days. Even after the weekend, the movie continued to score on the platform. ## As of June 29, Kesari 2 has garnered 15.3 million views in 16 days, according to Ormax Media. This makes it the most-watched Indian film of 2025 on the digital platform, among the films which first released in theatres. Overall, it is the second most-watched title of the year, behind Netflix's Jewel Thief (18+ million views). ## The film won over critics and audience alike when it was released theatrically, as it was hailed as one of the best films of the year. Produced by Dharma Productions, Leo Media Collective, and Cape of Good Films, the film is based on the life of C. Sankaran Nair, a lawyer who took on the British Empire to reveal the truth behind the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre. ## Stay tuned...

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Ranbir Kapoor, Yash's 'Ramayana' First Glimpse To Be Released On July 3rd: Report

Mumbai, June 30 - The long wait is finally coming to an end, as the highly anticipated first glimpse of the grand cinematic adaptation of the epic Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, Sai Pallavi, and Sunny Deol, is set to be unveiled in just a week. ## Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana has remained a hot topic ever since it was first reported a couple of years ago. The film began shooting last year, and now, fans are eagerly awaiting their first look at what is being touted as one of the greatest spectacles in Indian cinema history. ## According to reports, the official announcement promo titled "Ramayana: The Introduction" will be revealed on July 3rd at a multiplex in Mumbai. The publicity team has reportedly informed media outlets of the exclusive unveiling, which will offer a first look into the world of producer Namit Malhotra's ambitious vision. ## While it's still unclear whether the film’s cast or crew will attend the event, excitement is building up, especially after news broke that the announcement promo of the movie was recently cleared by the censor board. The teaser is expected to showcase the film's massive scale, emotional tone, and the visual grandeur being crafted by Tiwari. ## Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman, and KGF star Yash as the formidable Ravana. The epic saga will be released in two parts: Part 1 is scheduled for Diwali 2026, while Part 2 will follow on Diwali 2027. ## With a stellar cast and a visionary director at the helm, Ramayana is shaping up to be a landmark moment for Indian cinema. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Housefull 5' 4th Weekend Collection; Nears 300 Crore Worldwide

Mumbai, June 30 - Superstar Akshay Kumar's comedy-thriller Housefull 5 is losing momentum at the domestic box office amid growing competition, as the film collected approximately 1.50 crore net collection in its fourth weekend.## Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, the fifth instalment in the popular franchise has amassed around 182 crore net (217 crore gross) in India over 24 days. Despite the slowdown, the film remains the second-highest-grossing Bollywood release of 2025, trailing only Vicky Kaushal's "Chhaava". ## Globally, Housefull 5 has earned an estimated 287 crore gross, including about ₹70 crore from overseas markets. With this, it is on course to finish just below "Sooryavanshi" (₹293 crore gross) as Akshay Kumar's second-biggest worldwide hit post-COVID. ## Within the franchise, Housefull 5 stands as the second-highest grosser, behind Housefull 4 (296 crore worldwide, 2019). In Akshay Kumar's overall filmography, it is projected to be his sixth biggest grosser, following, "2.0" (744 crore), "Toilet: Ek Prem Katha" (316.50 crore), "Good Newwz" (316 crore), "Housefull 4" (296 crore), and "Sooryavanshi" (293 crore). ## Despite being mounted on an estimated budget of 250 crore, Housefull 5 has managed to turn in a decent performance, although the expectations were much higher given the massive scale, ensemble cast, and brand value. However, mixed word-of-mouth has impacted its long-term legs at the box office. ## Produced by Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, the film features an ensemble star cast that includes, Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Shreyas Talpade, Dino Morea, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Chitrangada Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Soundarya Sharma, Chunky Pandey, Nikitin Dheer, and Johnny Lever. ## As it heads into the final stretch of its theatrical run, Housefull 5 is likely to settle as a commercially successful, albeit underwhelming, chapter in the long-running franchise. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Sitaare Zameen Par' Scored A Good Second Weekend; Nears 200 Crore Worldwide

Mumbai, June 30 - Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has finally managed to score a success in nearly a decade, with his latest comedy drama Sitaare Zameen Par. This is the actor's first successful film since sports drama "Dangal" (2016) as a lead hero. ## Directed by RS Prasanna, Sitaare Zameen Par had a good second weekend at the domestic box office, scoring approximately 33.50 crores net (40 crores gross), pushing total domestic cume to around 122 crores net (147 crores gross). The drop from the opening weekend (58+ crores net) is around 40%, which can be called a superb hold. ## The movie is going from strength to strength as the movie jumped solidly over the second weekend, despite the competition with new movies. This suggests that the movie has found acceptance among the movie-going audience, which should lead it to a strong finish at the Indian box office. ## While SZP is doing very well domestically, it is also seeing good business at the overseas box office, with an estimated gross of around 50 crores in 10 days so far. The worldwide cume total of the movie is around 198 crores gross, and it will be topping the 200 crores mark on its 11th day. ## Produced by Aamir Khan Productions, SZP is an official remake of the 2018 Spanish film "Champions". It follows a suspended basketball coach who must serve community service by helping a team of players with disabilities prepare for a tournament. Genelia D'Souza plays the female lead role. ## Stay tuned...

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'Hera Pheri 3' Is Back On Track As Paresh Rawal Confirms Re-Entry

Mumbai, June 29 - The drama around the hugely anticipated comic caper Hera Pheri 3 continues to unfold. The movie has been in the news for the past couple of years for various reasons. One of the biggest reasons the movie has been in media headlines is the suspense over Paresh Rawal, who is an integral part of this iconic franchise. ## Earlier this year, the movie was confirmed to go on the floors soon, and everyone was excited for the same. However, just when things were looking all good, Paresh Rawal dropped a bomb by announcing his exit from the film, leaving everyone, including fans, hugely disappointed. ## The sudden exit of Paresh Rawal left the makers with no choice but to file a lawsuit against the actor for all the alleged losses incurred due to him. Beyond this legal battle, it was the fans who felt disheartened with the fact that the movie might not be made in the absence of Rawal. ## And just when fans were becoming hopeless, the veteran actor dropped a bomb again, this time to the delight of the fans. During a recent podcast at The Himanshu Mehta Show, Rawal confirmed that all the issues he has had with the Hera Pheri 3 makers have been resolved. ## The actor seemingly revealed the reason behind his exit earlier, as he said that he doesn't want to do the movie just because of the huge hype around it. "There's no controversy. I believe that when people love something so much, then you have to be extra careful. It is our responsibility toward the audience. The audience has given you so much adulation. You can't take things for granted", he said. ## He added, "So, I was of the opinion that sab saath mein aaye, mehnat karein. Aur kuch nahin. It is all resolved now". ## Paresh Rawal went on to add that Hera Pheri 3 will 100% be made and return to the big screen. "It was happening earlier also, but it's just that we had to fine-tune ourselves (laughs). After all, all of them are creative, be it Priyadarshan, Akshay or Suniel. They are friends for many, many, many years", he added. ## The franchise features Akshay Kumar, Suneil Shetty, and Paresh Rawal in the leading roles. Now, the fans are eager for this iconic trio on the big screen soon. Meanwhile, Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal will next be seen together in horror comedy, Bhooth Bangla, directed by Priyadarshan, who will also be directing Hera Pheri 3. Bhooth Bangla will be released in April 2026. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Sitaare Zameen Par' Hits 100 Crore India Net

Mumbai, June 29 - Superstar Aamir Khan's comedy drama Sitaare Zameen Par has topped 100 crores net collection, becoming the 6th Bollywood movie of the year to do so. The movie achieved the milestone on its 9th day. ## Directed by RS Prasanna, Sitaare Zameen Par has earned approximately 109 crores net in 9 days. It is the 7th movie of Aamir Khan and his first in 7 years to enter the 100 crores net. The actor's last movie to hit the milestone was Thugs of Hindostan. ## Sitaare Zameen Par is overall 131st movie in Hindi to cross 100 crores net collection. Interestingly, it was Aamir Khan's Ghajini, directed by A R Murugadoss, which was the first Indian movie to hit the hundred crore net milestone in 2008. ## Meanwhile, at the worldwide box office, SZP has grossed approximately 165 crores, which makes it the 5th highest-grossing Bollywood movie of the year. It will be crossing Salman Khan's Sikandar (185 crores gross) in the next couple of days to become the 4th biggest grosser. ## Stay tuned...

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Odia Cinema's Biggest Blockbuster: 'Bou Buttu Bhuta' Crosses 10 Cr India Net

Bhubaneswar, June 27 – Director Jagdish Mishra's suspense-horror drama Bou Buttu Bhuta, starring Babushaan Mohanty and Archita Sahu, has created history at the box office by becoming the first-ever Odia-language film to cross 10 crores net collection. This remarkable feat cements its position as the highest-grossing Odia film of all time. ## Released on June 12 during the Raja festival, Bou Buttu Bhuta has witnessed a phenomenal run at the box office, driven by strong word of mouth and consistent audience turnout across Odisha. The film opened to packed theatres and has maintained a steady trend even during weekdays — a rarity in regional cinema. ## On its 15th day, the movie officially crossed the 10 crore net mark, becoming a landmark moment for the Odia film industry. The worldwide gross now stands at around 12 crores. ## Bou Buttu Bhuta is the first Odia film to enter the 10 crore club, surpassing earlier record holders like Daman and Karma. The film was made on a modest budget of 2–3 crores, making its returns even more impressive, with profits reportedly exceeding 300%. ## This also marks a major milestone for lead actor Babushaan Mohanty, who has achieved his biggest commercial success to date. For director Jagdish Mishra and producer Tripti Satapathy, this film not only breaks box office records but also raises the bar for future Odia productions in terms of storytelling, production quality, and audience connect. ## The film's success comes at a crucial time for the Odia film industry, which has been struggling with declining footfalls and limited nationwide reach. Bou Buttu Bhuta has proven that compelling local stories, when executed well, can generate massive box office returns and reignite public interest in regional cinema. ## Stay tuned for more updates on its lifetime run and potential expansions beyond Odisha. ## Stay tuned...

346 days ago

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Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR's 'War 2' Confirmed For IMAX Release

Mumbai, June 26 - The countdown has begun for Yash Raj Films' mega-budgeted spy action thriller War 2, which is set to hit the big screen in 50 days on August 14. Starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR, and Kiara Advani, it is easily the most anticipated Bollywood movie of the year, carrying massive hype among the audience. ## On Thursday (June 26), the makers dropped new posters featuring the lead trio and confirmed that War 2 will also be released in IMAX along with other formats in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil languages. It is said that YRF has already booked all the IMAX screens available in India for the movie. The film is directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films. ## War 2 is the second instalment of the franchise and 6th film in YRF's Spy Universe after Tiger 3 (2023), Pathaan (2023), War (2019), Tiger Zinda Hai (2017), and Ek Tha Tiger (2012). The upcoming movie marks Jr. NTR's debut in Bollywood. ## HRITHIK VS NTR IN 'WAR 2': EXPERIENCE THE CLASH IN IMAX – CHECK OUT BRAND-NEW POSTERS HERE... 50 days to #War2... #YRF's #War2 is all set to release in #IMAX screens worldwide on [Thursday] 14 Aug 2025.Stars #HrithikRoshan, #NTR and #KiaraAdvani... Directed by #AyanMukerji,… pic.twitter.com/2tbNh9KoW6— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) June 26, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

347 days ago

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Ajay Devgn's 'Son Of Sardaar 2' Complete Cast Details Revealed

Mumbai, June 25 - Bollywood star Ajay Devgn returns as Jassi Randhawa in the upcoming romantic action comedy Son of Sardaar 2, which is slated to hit the big screen on July 25 amid big expectations. Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, it is a spiritual sequel to the 2012 film Son of Sardaar. ## Son of Sardaar 2 will see mostly a new-looking star cast as Sanjay Dutt, Sonakashi Sinha, and Juhi Chawala, who were part of the first movie, won't be returning for the sequel. It was already confirmed that Mrunal Thakur is the female lead this time, alongside others. ## Meanwhile, ahead of exactly a month before the release date, the makers have revealed the complete star cast of Son of Sardaar 2 with a new poster. The cast features a few familiar faces, while most of the actors are new to the franchise. ## Apart from Ajay Devgn, SOS2 will see Vindhu Dara Singh and Mukul Dev returning to reprise their roles from the first movie. The new cast members of the movie are Ravi Kishan, Sanjay Mishra, Chunky Panday, Neeru Bajwa, Deepak Dobrial, Kubbra Sait, Sharat Saxena, Ashwini Kalsekar, Roshni Walia, and Sahil Mehta. ## The film is produced under Ajay Devgn and Jyoti Deshpande under the banners of Devgn Films and Jio Studios, and co-produced by NR Pachisia and Pravin Talreja. ## Yeh family photo nahi…Yeh hone wale dhamaake ki warning hai⚠️🤪#SonOfSardaar2 in cinemas this 25th of July! #SardaarIsBack #SOS2@ajaydevgn @ravikishann @mrunal0801 @Deepakdobriyaal @KubbraSait @ChunkyThePanday @SaxenaSharat #MukulDev @RealVinduSingh #RoshniWalia… pic.twitter.com/P5B8ABtZwi— Jio Studios (@jiostudios) June 25, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

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Ranbir Kapoor, Yash's 'Ramayana' Announcement Is On The Way

Mumbai, June 24 - Director Nitesh Tiwari's epic Ramayana is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious Indian films with the potential to emerge as the biggest blockbuster ever. The movie features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Raavan, and Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita. ## Ramayana is produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios and Yash's Monster Mind Creations. In a major development, it seems the official announcement of the epic with a first look teaser is on the way. According to the reports, a 3-minute-long title announcement video of Ramayana was censored on June 23. ## The announcement of the movie was supposed to be made earlier, but was postponed. Ramayana is among the costliest Indian movies ever, with a projected budget of over 1000 crores. It will be released in two parts, with the first part slated to hit the big screen on Diwali 2026 and the second part on Diwali 2027. ## The shoot of Ramayana is happening at a brisk pace. It is said that the first part filming is wrapped. Namit Malhotra's DNEG is handling the VFX, while Hollywood stunt director Guy Norris is on board to choreograph action sequences. Oscar winners AR Rahman and Hans Zimmer are the music directors of the film. ## Stay tuned...

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BY Sunit Jangir 📰 News

Box Office: 'Sitaare Zameen Par' Tops 100 Crore Worldwide

Mumbai, June 24 - Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan's comedy drama Sitaare Zameen Par scored a good hold on Monday after the better-than-expected opening weekend collection at the domestic and worldwide box office with around 96 crores gross. ## Enjoying the superb word of mouth, Sitaare Zameen Par has topped 100 crores worldwide gross collection on Monday, becoming the 8th Bollywood movie of the year to achieve the feat. In India, the film has minted around 80 crores gross, while overseas collection is an estimated 30 crores, for the worldwide cume total of around 110 crores in 4 days. ## Needless to say, Sitaare Zameen Par is one of the surprise box office successes of the year. Released amid low buzz, the film opened to around 13 crores gross, before showing near-perfect 100% growth on Saturday, followed by another solid jump on Sunday as the opening weekend finished around 69 crores in India. ## The good hold on Monday has ensured that SZP may have a solid run; however, there is Ajay Devgn's production horror thriller "Maa", starring Kajol, that is releasing this Friday amid a decent buzz. It needs to be seen the impact of Maa, but the Aamir Khan-starrer is still expected to retain a good number of screens to continue with a good collection. ## Stay tuned...

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BY Sacnilk Team 📰 News

Strong Occupancy, Lower Net: A Rare Box Office Mismatch Raises Questions

Mumbai, June 22 – A recent box office trend has surprised many in the trade, as a film that witnessed strong occupancy across multiple circuits ended its opening weekend with net collections lower than early tracking estimates. This is an unusual scenario, as gross tracking typically falls short of final net by around 10% due to spot bookings, offline sales, and single-screen data, which are not fully captured in advance data systems. ## To explain this better, consider a typical 100-seat screen. In most cinemas, around 10 seats are held offline by the theatre and are not available for online booking. These are either reserved for counter sales or held for operational flexibility. In almost all films with good demand, once 60–70 of the 90 open seats are filled, those remaining 10 held-back seats are also sold via the counter — pushing the final occupancy close to full. Our tracking system accounts for these patterns based on years of observed behavior across thousands of movies. ## However, in this particular case, despite visible occupancy reaching 60–70%, the 10 offline hold seats remained unsold in many shows. This led to a situation where our system counted them (as they usually convert), but the final reported net collections turned out lower than expected. ## To put it in perspective, our tracking system recorded a gross of approximately ₹25 crore for the day. After adjusting for GST, this would normally translate to ₹21–21.5 crore net. For most commercial films, spot bookings and offline sales usually push the final figure even higher, to around ₹23–24 crore. However, the reported net in this case was just ₹20 crore — a significant gap that contradicts historical trends. ## The likely explanation is a large share of the shows being booked in advance through bulk, corporate, or institutional tie-ups — including NGOs, school screenings, or employee events. These bookings fulfill a majority of the theatre’s capacity, but the remaining offline hold seats may not get utilized, as the show is already “occupied” on paper. This breaks the normal behavior pattern our system relies on — where high demand drives complete conversion, including counter sales. ## But if there is no evidence of bulk or corporate booking at such scale, and offline sales still don’t occur despite good occupancy, it leads to a more serious concern — intentional underreporting. ## Though difficult to verify without internal GST and invoicing access, such underreporting has been discussed in industry circles, particularly when it comes to: ## Lowering tax liabilities, ## Reducing revenue-sharing obligations with exhibitors, ## Or managing payout cycles with distributors and partners. ## Such practices are risky, especially with digital ticketing and real-time settlement now common across major chains. However, in certain setups — including some single screens, backend deals, and unmonitored bulk bookings — they can still be executed with limited oversight. ## This is not a failure of tracking logic, but a rare deviation in audience behavior and/or reporting structure. The Sacnilk tracking model remains consistent across releases and continues to operate within a narrow margin of accuracy under normal conditions. ## The situation going forward will depend on how weekdays hold up, but this anomaly serves as a reminder that strong occupancy alone does not always guarantee proportional net revenue. ## Stay tuned...

350 days ago

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BY Sunit Jangir 📰 News

Box Office: Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' Surprises In The Opening Weekend; Records Near 100 Crore Gross Worldwide

Mumbai, June 23 - Superstar Aamir Khan's comedy drama Sitaare Zameen Par, which unsurprisingly had low buzz before the release, has surprised the trade big time with its opening weekend business. The weekend biz of the movie is a classic case of the unpredictability of the box office, which can turn the tide either way of expectations. ## SZP, directed by RS Prasanna, scored the opening of a little over 10 crores net, something which would have been considered a disaster start for an Aamir Khan-starrer before the COVID-19 pandemic, but not in the present time, when big openings are no longer guaranteed, even for a superstar's film. ## It was still the lowest opening for Aamir Khan since Ghajini (10.20 crores net), but it can be called decent given the fact that there weren't high expectations from it, as trade was expecting below the double-digit start. However, what followed next is history, which has taken everyone by surprise. ## The film scored almost 100% growth on Saturday, which is the biggest second-day jump for an Indian title, which opened with double-digit numbers. It scored another solid growth on Sunday to clock in around 58-60 crores net opening weekend, which is the biggest opening weekend for an Indian movie, which scored the opening of 10-11 crores net. ## SZP did decently in international markets during the opening weekend, scoring around 27 crores gross, for a worldwide cume total of around 96 crores gross. There was hardly any person who would have bought this opening weekend collection of SZP before its release, but such has been a trend that the movie came very close to the 100 crores mark globally, which is a very good result. ## Stay tuned...

350 days ago

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BY Sunit Jangir 📰 News

Box Office: 'Sitaare Zameen Par' Third Day (Day 3) Early Estimates

Mumbai, June 22 - Superstar Aamir Khan's comedy drama Sitaare Zameen Par scored a good opening weekend after another big jump on Sunday at the domestic box office. The film witnessed almost 200% growth from Friday to Sunday, which is excellent. ## According to early estimates, R.S. Prasanna's directorial venture scored in the range of 28-30 crores net on its third day, pushing the total domestic opening weekend to around 60 crores. The movie really turned the tide after the low opening with massive growth on Saturday and Sunday, as the weekend, which looked like it might finish in the 40s, has come up much higher. ## The opening weekend trend of the movie has stunned the trade, first with the opening and then with what followed next. It is the first instance that a movie, which opened to around 10.50 crores net, went on to score 60 crores weekend, and this is a big positive sign for the film going forward. ## The things now rest on Monday, which has become a crucial factor for a film's success in recent times. A good hold is a must for longevity, but the kind of weekend it has had, indicates that SZP is likely to have a good run during weekdays. ## Stay tuned...

350 days ago

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BY Sunit Jangir 📰 News

Box Office: 'Sitaare Zameen Par' Second Day (Day 2) Early Estimates

Mumbai, June 21 - Superstar Aamir Khan's comedy drama Sitaare Zameen Par goes overdrive on the second day and scores an almost perfect 100% growth after the double-digit opening day. This is the biggest second-day jump for a Bollywood movie with a double-digit start. ## According to early estimates, the film has scored in the range of 21-22+ crores net on Saturday, which takes its total collection to around 32 crores net in 2 days. The opening weekend, which looked like it might finish in the mid-40s, is now aiming for 55 crores net or might be even higher as pre-sales for Sunday are excellent. ## The huge second-day growth has made up for most of the lost ground of the opening day, which saw a decent start, but it couldn't be called good, given the fact that Aamir's film used to take much bigger openings in the past. However, the openings, even for a superstar movie, haven't been the same post the Covid-19 pandemic, especially for non-mass movies, so considering that, SZP's weekend can be called decent to good. ## The success of the movie will depend on how strong the hold will be on Monday, which has become a crucial factor for all the movies with low openings. However, the audience's word of mouth is highly positive, which indicates strong legs beyond the weekend. ## Stay tuned...

351 days ago

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BY Sunit Jangir 📰 News

Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 3' Shooting Details Revealed

Mumbai, June 21 - Ajay Devgn has been among the most successful Bollywood actors in recent times, and his upcoming line-up promises to take things a notch higher for him. The actor has nearly half a dozen films in the pipeline, and one of the hugely anticipated ones is Drishyam 3. ## Drishyam is among the most successful film franchises of Indian cinema with immense repeat value. The third instalment of it was recently confirmed for October 2, 2026, release. According to the report by Pinkvilla, the movie will start its shooting journey exactly a year before its theatrical debut. ## "The Gandhi Jayanti date holds a lot of significance for the Drishyam franchise (those who have watched would know why), and hence, the makers are embarking on the journey for the final Drishyam film from October 2, 2025", says the report. ## Ajay Devgn has already reportedly allotted his dates for Drishyam 3, which will be shot at real locations of Maharashtra, as well as the studio set up during a marathon schedule, spanning 3 months. The script of the film is already locked, and the makers are working on the dialogue draft at the moment. ## The entire cast of the franchise, along with director Abhishek Pathak, will return for the third instalment. The report further states that it's not clear if Drishyam 3 is a remake of the Malayalam film or an original script, as the makers were also working on an original draft at some point in time. There will be clarity on the same in the next few weeks. ## Meanwhile, the Malayalam version of Drishyam 3, starring superstar Mohanlal, is expected to go on floors in September this year and be released early next year. ## Stay tuned...

352 days ago

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