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Malayalam OTT Roundup: Mammootty's Kalamkaval and Dileep's Bha Bha Ba Headline the Early January Slate
139 days ago
Mollywood

Malayalam OTT Roundup: Mammootty's Kalamkaval and Dileep's Bha Bha Ba Headline the Early January Slate

The Malayalam digital space is off to an explosive start in 2026, with major streaming platforms like SonyLiv, Zee5, and Prime Video rolling out a diverse slate of content. Between January 9 and January 16, Mollywood fans are in for a treat as high-octane action comedies, gritty crime thrillers, and intense sports dramas make their digital premieres. Leading the pack is the psychological thriller Kalamkaval, featuring a stellar face-off between Mammootty and Vinayakan, and Dileep's satirical mass-entertainer Bha Bha Ba.Here is your comprehensive guide to the Malayalam movies arriving on OTT in the opening weeks of the year. OTT Releases This Week Jan 9 , 2026 Balti Sports Drama Prime Video Language:Malayalam Running Time: 2h 31m IMDB Rating:6.6/10 View Box Office Collection→ Set in a border town between Kerala and Tamil Nadu, Balti follows Udhayan (Shane Nigam) and his three close friends, all talented kabaddi players known as the Panjami Raiders. While their lives initially revolve around the sport, they are soon drawn into a dangerous conflict involving three ruthless local loan sharks: Soda Babu (Alphonse Puthren), Porthamarai Bhairavan (Selvaraghavan), and Gee Ma (Poornima Indrajith). As the four friends become pawns in the criminals' fraudulent power plays, their loyalties and friendships are tested, transforming the story from a spirited sports drama into a gritty, violent revenge saga Jan 9, 2026 Khedda: The Trap Family Drama Manorama Max Language:Malayalam Running Time:1h 34m IMDB Rating: 6.4/10 Khedda - The Trap is a family thriller starring Asha Sharath and her daughter Uthara Sharath. The film follows a mother and daughter whose lives are upended by the dangers of the digital age, exploring how smartphones and social media can lead to devastating emotional traps. Directed by Manoj Kana, the narrative serves as a cautionary tale about modern vulnerability and the changing dynamics of family relationships in a tech-driven world. Jan 9, 2026 Guardian Angel Action, Thriller simply south Language:Malayalam Running Time: 2h 27m IMDB Rating: 4.3/10 Directed and written by Sergeant Saju S Das, Guardian Angel is an intense action-drama that follows Devan, a once-honest and principled police officer. His life collapses following a chain of tragic events that fracture his moral compass and ignite a desperate thirst for vengeance. As Devan's quest for retribution begins to overshadow his duty, the film explores themes of betrayal, grief, and the radical transformation of a person's soul when pushed to the edge. Jan 9, 2026 Leech Action,Drama Manorama Max Language:Malayalam Running Time: 1h 36m IMDB Rating: 7.0/10 Leech is an action-crime thriller that follows Karthi (Anoop Rethna) and Megha (Megha), a traveling couple whose journey takes a dark turn after an unforeseen accident. Stranded in a dense forest, they encounter predatory individuals who, like the film's namesake, silently exploit and "feed" off their victims' vulnerability. The narrative explores intense themes of survival, human greed, and the loss of trust in a desperate fight against hidden threats. Jan 16, 2026 Bha Bha Ba Comedy,Thriller Zee5 Language:Malayalam Running Time: 2h 33m IMDB Rating:5.8/10 View Box Office Collection→ Bha Bha Ba is a high-octane Malayalam action-comedy spoof starring Dileep as an eccentric commoner who plunges Kerala into chaos by kidnapping the newly elected Chief Minister. Hiding in plain sight, he demands that citizens submit their grievances directly to him while being pursued by the CM’s son, an NIA officer played by Vineeth Sreenivasan. The film, which features a notable cameo by Mohanlal, balances no-logic madness with a revenge-driven backstory centered on the protagonist's past trauma. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 16, 2026 Kalamkaval Crime,Suspense SonyLiv Language:Malayalam Running Time: 2h 19m IMDB Rating: 7.3/10 View Box Office Collection→ Kalamkaval is a 2025 psychological crime thriller that reimagines the real-life Cyanide Mohan serial killer case. The narrative follows SI Jayakrishnan (Vinayakan) as he uncovers a pattern of missing women while investigating a village riot. The trail leads him to Stanley Das (Mammootty), a mild-mannered policeman who leads a double life, luring vulnerable women to secluded lodges only to murder them for a psychological high. In a tense cat-and-mouse game, Stanley infiltrates the investigation to sabotage it, but his facade eventually crumbles through a survivor's testimony and a clever ruse by Jayakrishnan. 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Border 2 vs. Dhurandhar 2: Exhibitors Reportedly Reject Anil Thadani's Clubbing Strategy for Yash-Starrer Toxic
139 days ago
Bollywood

Border 2 vs. Dhurandhar 2: Exhibitors Reportedly Reject Anil Thadani's Clubbing Strategy for Yash-Starrer Toxic

The distribution landscape for 2026 is witnessing a high-stakes standoff between major film distributors and theatre exhibitors. According to a scoop by Bollywood Hungama, veteran distributor Anil Thadani (AA Films) is reportedly attempting to use the massive leverage of Sunny Deol's Border 2 to secure prime showcasing for another highly anticipated project, the Yash-starrer Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups. This clubbing strategy is a common industry practice where a distributor mandates that exhibitors screen a specific slate of films as a package deal in exchange for the rights to a guaranteed blockbuster. However, this move has reportedly met with significant resistance from exhibitors, primarily due to the impending arrival of Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2. Following the All-Time Blockbuster status of the first Dhurandhar in 2025, the sequel starring Ranveer Singh has become one of the most sought-after titles for 2026. Theatre owners are currently hesitant to sign any restrictive package deals for Border 2 and Toxic because doing so would severely limit their ability to allot the required number of screens and shows to Dhurandhar 2 during its release window. The conflict stems from the sheer volume of high-profile content scheduled for the first half of 2026. As previously reported, Border 2 already carries a massive 199-minute runtime and distributors have already demanded up to 20 shows a day in major multiplexes. Exhibitors argue that if they are further forced to commit a specific number of screens to Toxic as part of a clubbing deal, they will have virtually no flexibility to accommodate the Dhurandhar Universe sequel, which is expected to command a similar, if not larger, screen count. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   Trade analysts suggest that this pushback from exhibitors highlights the changing dynamics of film exhibition in the post-pandemic era, where content is king and theatre owners prefer the freedom to program based on organic demand rather than distributor pressure. While Anil Thadani remains one of the most powerful figures in film distribution, the record-breaking success of the first Dhurandhar has given exhibitors enough confidence to negotiate terms that allow them to capitalize on multiple blockbusters rather than being tied to a single distributor's slate. As of now, negotiations are reportedly ongoing. The outcome of this standoff will likely dictate the initial screen count for both Toxic and Dhurandhar 2. With Border 2 already poised for a historic Republic Day opening, the industry is closely watching how these logistical battles play out, as they will ultimately determine the box office potential of 2026's biggest cinematic events.

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Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies Box Office Collection | All Language | Day Wise | Worldwide
140 days ago
Box Office

Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies Box Office Collection | All Language | Day Wise | Worldwide

Here is the Malayalam movie Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies box office collection, which is an action comedy film. This film is directed by Adwaith Nayar and produced by Reel World Entertainment. ## Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies stars Arjun Ashokan, Roshan Mathew, Vishak Nair, Ishan Shoukath, Lakshmi Menon, and Siddique in key roles. ## Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language [See Footfalls] DayIndia Net Collection Change(+/-) Day 1 [1st Thursday] ₹ 3.4 Cr - Day 2 [1st Friday] ₹ 2.1 Cr -38.24% Day 3 [1st Saturday] ₹ 2.15 Cr 2.38% Day 4 [1st Sunday] ₹ 2.7 Cr 25.58% Day 5 [1st Monday] ₹ 1.65 Cr -38.89% Day 6 [1st Tuesday] ₹ 0.75 Cr -54.55% Day 7 [1st Wednesday] ₹ 0.6 Cr -20.00% Day 8 [2nd Thursday] ₹ 0.5 Cr -16.67% Week 1 Collection ₹ 13.85 Cr - Day 9 [2nd Friday] ₹ 0.45 Cr -10.00% Day 10 [2nd Saturday] ₹ 0.45 Cr 0.00% Day 11 [2nd Sunday] ₹ 0.55 Cr 22.22% Day 12 [2nd Monday] ₹ 0.1 Cr -81.82% Day 13 [2nd Tuesday] ₹ 0.15 Cr 50.00% Day 14 [2nd Wednesday] ₹ 0.14 Cr -6.67% Day 15 [3rd Thursday] ₹ 0.09 Cr -35.71% Week 2 Collection ₹ 1.93 Cr -86.06% Total ₹ 15.78 Cr - ## Take Subscription To See Footfalls ## India Net Collection ₹ 15.78 Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ 33.22 Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ 14.6 Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ 18.62 Cr ## Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies Verdict: Coming Soon ## Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies Screen count ## India: - ## Overseas: - ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 22nd January 2026 ## For more and the latest news about Mollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies State Wise Gross CollectionDayKarnatakaAPTGTamil NaduKeralaRest Of IndiaDay TotalDay 1 [1st Thursday]₹ 0.3 Cr₹ 0.03 Cr₹ 0.05 Cr₹ 3.6 Cr₹ 0.07 Cr₹ 4.05 CrDay 2 [1st Friday]₹ 0.13 Cr₹ 0.02 Cr₹ 0.05 Cr₹ 2.2 Cr₹ 0.05 Cr₹ 2.45 CrDay 3 [1st Saturday]₹ 0.22 Cr₹ 0.03 Cr₹ 0.07 Cr₹ 2.15 Cr₹ 0.08 Cr₹ 2.55 CrDay 4 [1st Sunday]₹ 0.27 Cr₹ 0.03 Cr₹ 0.1 Cr₹ 2.7 Cr₹ 0.1 Cr₹ 3.2 CrDay 5 [1st Monday]₹ 0.18 Cr₹ 0.02 Cr₹ 0.05 Cr₹ 1.65 Cr₹ 0.05 Cr₹ 1.95 CrDay 6 [1st Tuesday]₹ 0.09 Cr₹ 0.01 Cr₹ 0.02 Cr₹ 0.75 Cr₹ 0.03 Cr₹ 0.9 CrDay 7 [1st Wednesday]₹ 0.06 Cr₹ 0.01 Cr₹ 0.02 Cr₹ 0.6 Cr₹ 0.01 Cr₹ 0.7 CrDay 8 [2nd Thursday]₹ 0.05 Cr₹ 0.01 Cr₹ 0.02 Cr₹ 0.5 Cr₹ 0.02 Cr₹ 0.6 CrWeek 1 Gross₹ 1.3 Cr₹ 0.16 Cr₹ 0.38 Cr₹ 14.15 Cr₹ 0.41 Cr₹ 16.4 CrDay 9 [2nd Friday]₹ 0.04 Cr₹ 0.01 Cr₹ 0 Cr₹ 0.45 Cr₹ 0 Cr₹ 0.5 CrTotal₹ 1.34 Cr₹ 0.17 Cr₹ 0.38 Cr₹ 14.6 Cr₹ 0.41 Cr₹ 16.9 Cr ##

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Dhurandhar OTT Release Date: Ranveer Singh's Blockbuster Eyes Netflix Debut After Record-Breaking Theatrical Run
141 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar OTT Release Date: Ranveer Singh's Blockbuster Eyes Netflix Debut After Record-Breaking Theatrical Run

Ranveer Singhs high-octane spy thriller, Dhurandhar, continues to dominate the domestic and international box office as it enters its seventh week of release. While the film is still pulling audiences into theaters, excitement has shifted toward its digital premiere.According to latest trade reports, the film has locked a streaming date, marking a significant milestone in the actor's career. In what is being described as one of the most lucrative digital rights agreements for a Hindi film, Dhurandhar is reportedly set to stream on Netflix starting January 30th. The streaming giant has secured the OTT rights for both Dhurandhar 1 and the upcoming Dhurandhar 2 in a combined deal valued at ₹130 crore, setting a new career-best benchmark for Ranveer Singh in the digital space. This significant investment by the platform reflects the film's massive cultural impact and the immense anticipation for the franchise's continuation across the globe. Since its release on December 5, Dhurandhar has maintained a remarkable hold, particularly in the North and overseas belts.Notably, the film is still drawing crowds, meaning the final lifetime collections are expected to rise further from the current reported totals. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   As the film continues its successful theatrical run, Dhurandhar has achieved unprecedented commercial milestones. The domestic performance remains the primary driver of its success, with the movie amassing a massive India Net collection of ₹825.1 crore, which translates to an India Gross of ₹989.9 crore. Internationally, the film has maintained a strong grip, contributing an Overseas collection of ₹293.6 crore. This brings the current Worldwide Gross to a staggering ₹1283.5 crore. Given its record-shattering statistics and sustained momentum, the film has officially been declared an All Time Blockbuster, emerging as one of the most successful ventures in the history of Indian cinema. The film's performance is highlighted by its incredible consistency, managing to collect in double digits for 28 consecutive days—a feat rarely seen in Indian cinema. This steady trajectory has placed it in direct competition with the highest-grossing Indian films of all time. The Dhurandhar saga is only halfway through, as the makers have already finalized the arrival of its much-anticipated sequel.Dhurandhar: Part 2 is officially scheduled to release in theaters on March 19th. To maintain the momentum, industry insiders suggest that a special teaser for the sequel will be attached to the theatrical prints of Border 2, ensuring maximum visibility before the first part concludes its digital and theatrical windows.With the first installment achieving All Time Blockbuster status, expectations for the March 19th release are at an all-time high.

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Mana ShankaraVaraPrasad Garu Enters Elite Top 10: Chiranjeevi Starrer Ranks 8th in All-Time Highest Telugu First Week Net Collections
141 days ago
Tollywood

Mana ShankaraVaraPrasad Garu Enters Elite Top 10: Chiranjeevi Starrer Ranks 8th in All-Time Highest Telugu First Week Net Collections

The 2026 Sankranthi season has rewritten the record books of Telugu cinema. Megastar Chiranjeevi's latest outing, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, has concluded its first week on a historic note, officially entering the elite list of the Top 10 highest-ever first-week net collections in the Telugu language. With a strong performance across both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, the film has solidified its status as a certified blockbuster. Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu amassed a staggering ₹157.75 crore Telugu net in its opening seven days. With this achievement, the film has officially surpassed the first-week collections of Chiranjeevi's own previous record-holder, Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy (₹152 Cr), to become his highest opening-week grosser to date. The film currently sits at the 8th position on the all-time list, showcasing the Megastar's enduring pull at the box office. The performance is particularly noteworthy given the competitive landscape of the Top 10, which is dominated by massive Event Films like RRR, Pushpa 2, and Kalki 2898 AD. While these films benefitted from massive pan-India hype and higher ticket pricing, MSG has relied on immense family audience turnout and steady double-digit collections throughout its first week to climb the charts. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   The arrival of Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu in the Top 10 highlights the massive expansion of the Telugu film market over the last two years. While MSG has dominated the 2026 Sankranthi season to take the 8th spot, its performance follows the benchmark set by the previous year's festive blockbusters. Specifically, the 2025 Pongal release, Sankranthiki Vastunnam, continues to hold its ground in the elite list at the 10th position with a first-week collection of ₹137 crore. The fact that both recent Sankranthi/Pongal releases have secured spots in the all-time Top 10 underscores the immense potential of the holiday window for high-budget commercial entertainers. This double entry highlights the massive expansion of the Telugu market and the audience's appetite for commercial entertainers during holidays. As Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu enters its second week, it continues to hold strong, with trade analysts predicting a healthy run that could see it challenge the lifetime totals of several films positioned higher on this list. Top 10 Highest First Week Telugu Net CollectionsRANKMOVIE NAMETELUGU NET (WEEK 1)1RRR₹ 298.51 Cr2Pushpa 2: The Rule₹ 242.00 Cr3Kalki 2898 AD₹ 212.25 Cr4Baahubali 2: The Conclusion₹ 203.00 Cr5Salaar: Cease Fire - Part 1₹ 186.05 Cr6OG₹ 165.00 Cr7Devara: Part 1₹ 164.00 Cr8Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu₹ 157.75 Cr9Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy₹ 152.00 Cr10Sankranthiki Vastunnam₹ 137.00 Cr

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Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri OTT Release: Here's When and Where to Watch the Kartik Aaryan & Ananya Panday Film
142 days ago
Bollywood

Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri OTT Release: Here's When and Where to Watch the Kartik Aaryan & Ananya Panday Film

Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday's romantic comedy, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, which arrived in theaters on Christmas Day 2025, has struggled to make a significant impact at the box office.Despite the festive release and the star power of its lead actors, the film was largely overshadowed by the continued success of the action spectacle Dhurandhar. The movie is now set for its OTT release on Netflix, starting February 19th. Directed by Sameer Vidwans, who previously collaborated with Kartik Aaryan on Satyaprem Ki Katha, the film stars Kartik Aaryan as Ray Mehra and Ananya Panday as Rumi.The supporting cast includes veteran actors Jackie Shroff as Wardhan Singh and Neena Gupta as Pinky Mehra, along with Tiku Talsania.The film is a production of Dharma Productions and Namah Pictures, with Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, and others serving as producers.The music for the film was composed by the popular duo Vishal–Shekhar. Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri had a modest opening, collecting ₹9.30 crore in gross on its first day. However, the collections saw a consistent decline in the following days. The film's lifetime domestic collection stands at approximately ₹32.95 crore net.Globally, the movie grossed around ₹49.5 crore, falling significantly short of its reported ₹90 crore budget and ultimately being declared a box-office disaster. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   The primary reason for the film's underwhelming performance is widely attributed to the monumental success of Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar. Released weeks prior, the action film continued to dominate the box office, limiting the screen space and audience interest for new releases.On its fifth day, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri collected a mere ₹1.75 crore, while Dhurandhar, in its fourth week, earned over six times that amount on the same day. Apart from the stiff competition, the film also received mixed-to-negative reviews from critics. While the cinematography and production values were praised, the story, screenplay, direction, and performances of the lead actors were met with criticism.The lack of strong word-of-mouth further hampered its box office prospects. In a noteworthy gesture, it has been reported that Kartik Aaryan voluntarily took a significant pay cut of ₹15 crore from his remuneration to support the producers after the film's poor performance.This move has been seen as a sign of collaboration and support during a challenging time for the film.

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Mana ShankaraVaraPrasad Garu: Anil Ravipudi's Latest Hit Cements His Status as the Undisputed King of the Sankranti Box Office
142 days ago
Tollywood

Mana ShankaraVaraPrasad Garu: Anil Ravipudi's Latest Hit Cements His Status as the Undisputed King of the Sankranti Box Office

Director Anil Ravipudi has once again proven his mettle, cementing his status as the master of the Sankranti festive season. His latest venture, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, which teams him up with the legendary Megastar Chiranjeevi, has hit the bull's eye, emerging as a major success despite facing stiff competition from multiple releases. The film is not just winning hearts in the Telugu states but is also posting impressive numbers internationally, showcasing the powerful combination of a hit-machine director and an iconic star. This victory marks a remarkable achievement for Anil Ravipudi, who has now scripted a new record by delivering four consecutive blockbusters during the Sankranti period. His incredible streak began in 2019 with the laugh riot F2: Fun and Frustration, which became a colossal success, amassing over ₹137 crores worldwide. He followed this in 2020 with the Mahesh Babu-starrer Sarileru Neekevvaru, another massive blockbuster that collected approximately ₹221 crores globally. The streak continued in 2025 with Sankranthiki Vasthunam, which also performed exceptionally well. Now, with Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu in 2026, Ravipudi has made the festival his own, proving his unique ability to deliver content that resonates perfectly with the holiday audience. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   The success of Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu has been swift and substantial. Released on January 12th, the film has achieved phenomenal numbers in less than a week. Domestically, it has garnered an India Net collection of ₹121.35 crore, with an India Gross of ₹144.4 crore. The film's appeal has transcended national borders, with a remarkable overseas collection of ₹33.6 crore, bringing its total worldwide gross to an impressive ₹178 crore. The international performance has been particularly noteworthy. The film is scoring big across key markets, having already grossed over 2.4 million in NorthAmerica.It is also storming the boxoffice in other regions,crossing A$353,000 in Australia and £217,000 in the UK, with the numbers still climbing. This powerful start, both at home and abroad, indicates that Chiranjeevi's victorious run continues unabated, while Anil Ravipudi has firmly established his reign over the Sankranti box office.

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Raja Saab Opening Week: Prabhas's Film Collects ₹130 Crore+ in its Opening Week But Faces a Steep Climb After Significant Weekday Drops
142 days ago
Tollywood

Raja Saab Opening Week: Prabhas's Film Collects ₹130 Crore+ in its Opening Week But Faces a Steep Climb After Significant Weekday Drops

Prabhas's much-anticipated horror-comedy, Raja Saab, directed by Maruthi, arrived in theatres with massive expectations. The film kicked off its box office journey with impressive numbers, capitalizing on the star power of Prabhas. However, after a powerful opening day, the film witnessed significant drops through the weekdays, indicating that the road to profitability will be a challenging one. With a hefty budget and mixed word-of-mouth, the film needs sustained momentum to achieve a hit status. The film's performance in its first week showcases a front-loaded trend, typical for a major star vehicle. It began with a strong ₹ 53.75 Cr on its first Friday, but saw a sharp decline on Saturday and Sunday, followed by a steep fall on the weekdays. The first week closed with an India Net collection of ₹ 130.25 Cr, with early estimates for the second Friday suggesting a collection around ₹ 3.50 Cr. The Telugu version has been the primary contributor, accounting for over 80% of the total revenue. Raja Saab Box Office Collection | Day Wise Day India Net Collection Day 0 [Thursday] ₹ 9.15 Cr Day 1 [1st Friday] ₹ 53.75 Cr Day 2 [1st Saturday] ₹ 26 Cr Day 3 [1st Sunday] ₹ 19.1 Cr Day 4 [1st Monday] ₹ 6.6 Cr Day 5 [1st Tuesday] ₹ 4.8 Cr Day 6 [1st Wednesday] ₹ 5.35 Cr Day 7 [1st Thursday] ₹ 5.5 Cr Week 1 Collection ₹ 130.25 Cr Day 8 [1st Friday] ₹ 3.50 Cr * early estimates Total ₹ 133.75 Cr (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   With a massive budget of ₹ 400 crore, the collections so far, while substantial, point towards a challenging path to profitability. The mixed word of mouth appears to be the primary factor for the lack of strong holds on weekdays. For a film of this scale, consistent momentum is crucial to achieve the breakeven point and emerge as a commercial success. It's a steep climb from here, and the performance in the second and third weeks will be the ultimate deciding factor for its final verdict. The journey is made tougher by stiff competition from other Tollywood releases that have opened to positive reviews and are outperforming expectations. Films like Mana Shankaravaraprasad Garu, Nari Nari Naduma Murari,Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi and Anaganaga Oka Raju have garnered strong word-of-mouth, providing compelling alternatives for the audience. This has resulted in a division of screens and footfalls, making it more difficult for Raja Saab to maintain its initial dominance. It remains to be seen if the film can overcome these challenges and find its footing in the coming weeks against such well-received competitors. As of its first eight days in theaters, Raja Saab has achieved a worldwide gross collection of ₹ 188.75 crore. This figure includes ₹ 155.55 crore from its gross earnings within India and an additional ₹ 33.2 crore from overseas markets. The total India net collection for the film currently stands at ₹ 133.75 crore. The final box office verdict is yet to be determined, pending its performance in the crucial upcoming weeks.

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Dhamaal 4: The Original Gang is Back! Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, and Arshad Warsi Set to Unleash a Laugh Riot
142 days ago
Bollywood

Dhamaal 4: The Original Gang is Back! Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, and Arshad Warsi Set to Unleash a Laugh Riot

Get ready for another dose of madness and mayhem as the much-loved comedy franchise, Dhamaal, is officially returning with its fourth installment. The makers have locked in a festive release, with the film slated to hit theatres on June 12, 2026. Directed by the veteran of comedy, Indra Kumar, the film brings back the core cast that has become synonymous with the franchise's chaotic charm, along with some exciting new additions. The upcoming film will see the reunion of Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Sanjay Mishra, and Jaaved Jaaferi, a group celebrated for their impeccable comic timing. Joining this powerhouse ensemble are Esha Gupta, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Anjali Anand, Upendra Limaye, Vijay Patkar, and Ravi Kishan, promising a fresh wave of energy and humor to the beloved series. The announcement has already created a significant buzz, with fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this laughter-filled saga. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   The Dhamaal franchise has a proven track record of success at the box office, growing its audience with each installment. The journey began in 2007 with Dhamaal, a sleeper hit that earned approximately ₹51.3 crores worldwide and was lauded for its unique no-heroine, non-stop comedy format.The sequel, Double Dhamaal (2011), upped the ante and the collections, raking in around ₹71 crores globally.However, it was the third film, Total Dhamaal (2019), that catapulted the franchise into a different league. With the addition of Ajay Devgn, Anil Kapoor, and Madhuri Dixit to the cast, the film was a massive commercial success, garnering an impressive worldwide collection of about ₹232.18 crores and being declared a super hit. Given the consistent box office growth and the enduring popularity of its characters, the expectations for Dhamaal 4 are sky-high. With Indra Kumar back in the director's chair and a blend of familiar and new faces, the film is poised to be a major comedic event, promising to continue the legacy of laughter and entertainment that has defined the franchise.

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Kangana Ranaut Slams AR Rahman, Calls Him Prejudiced and Hateful Amid Fresh Controversy
143 days ago
Bollywood

Kangana Ranaut Slams AR Rahman, Calls Him Prejudiced and Hateful Amid Fresh Controversy

Mumbai, January 17 - Actress Kangana Ranaut has launched a sharp attack on legendary composer A. R. Rahman, accusing him of being "prejudiced and hateful" following his recent remarks about divisive cinema and the Hindi film industry. Kangana's comments have sparked a heated debate across social media and within film circles. Reacting strongly, Kangana claimed she had never come across a person more biased in the industry. In a social media post, she alleged that Rahman's statements reflected personal prejudice rather than artistic concern. She further accused the Oscar-winning composer of selectively labelling films as "divisive" based on ideology rather than content. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Kangana also revisited her past experience with Rahman during the making of her political drama Emergency. She revealed that Rahman had refused to even meet her to hear the narration, with sources allegedly telling her that the composer did not want to associate with what he believed was a "propaganda film". Kangana said this refusal deeply disappointed her and reinforced her belief that bias exists within the industry. The controversy erupted after Rahman described the historical film Chhaava as "divisive", a remark that triggered backlash from multiple quarters. Kangana's reaction has since intensified the conversation around creative freedom, ideological labelling, and political bias in Bollywood. As of now, A. R. Rahman has not responded directly to Kangana's allegations. Stay tuned...

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Border 2 Box Office Collection | All Language | Day Wise | Worldwide
144 days ago
Box Office

Border 2 Box Office Collection | All Language | Day Wise | Worldwide

Here is the Hindi movie Border 2 box office collection which is a war drama film. This film is directed by Anurag Singh and produced by T-Series and J.P. Films. ## Border 2 stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, Sonam Bajwa, Medha Rana, and Mona Singh in key roles. ## Border 2 Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language [See Footfalls] DayIndia Net Collection Change(+/-) Day 1 [1st Friday] ₹ 30 Cr - Day 2 [1st Saturday] ₹ 36.5 Cr 21.67% Day 3 [1st Sunday] ₹ 54.5 Cr 49.32% Day 4 [1st Monday] ₹ 59 Cr 8.26% Day 5 [1st Tuesday] ₹ 20 Cr -66.10% Day 6 [1st Wednesday] ₹ 13 Cr -35.00% Day 7 [1st Thursday] ₹ 11.25 Cr -13.46% Week 1 Collection ₹ 224.25 Cr - Day 8 [2nd Friday] ₹ 10.75 Cr -4.44% Day 9 [2nd Saturday] ₹ 17.75 Cr 65.12% Day 10 [2nd Sunday] ₹ 22.5 Cr 26.76% Day 11 [2nd Monday] ₹ 5.75 Cr -74.44% Day 12 [2nd Tuesday] ₹ 5.75 Cr 0.00% Day 13 [2nd Wednesday] ₹ 4.15 Cr -27.83% Day 14 [2nd Thursday] ₹ 3.5 Cr -15.66% Week 2 Collection ₹ 70.15 Cr -68.72% Day 15 [3rd Friday] ₹ 2.85 Cr -18.57% Day 16 [3rd Saturday] ₹ 5.25 Cr 84.21% Day 17 [3rd Sunday] ₹ 7.25 Cr 38.10% Day 18 [3rd Monday] ₹ 2 Cr -72.41% Day 19 [3rd Tuesday] ₹ 2.5 Cr 25.00% Day 20 [3rd Wednesday] ₹ 1.75 Cr -30.00% Day 21 [3rd Thursday] ₹ 1.75 Cr 0.00% Week 3 Collection ₹ 23.35 Cr -66.71% Day 22 [4th Friday] ₹ 0.8 Cr -54.29% Day 23 [4th Saturday] ₹ 1.9 Cr 137.50% Day 24 [4th Sunday] ₹ 1.4 Cr -26.32% Day 25 [4th Monday] ₹ 0.6 Cr -57.14% Day 26 [4th Tuesday] ₹ 0.8 Cr 33.33% Day 27 [4th Wednesday] ₹ 0.55 Cr -31.25% Day 28 [4th Thursday] ₹ 0.55 Cr 0.00% Week 4 Collection ₹ 6.6 Cr -71.73% Day 29 [5th Friday] ₹ 0.3 Cr -45.45% Day 30 [5th Saturday] ₹ 0.55 Cr 83.33% Day 31 [5th Sunday] ₹ 0.7 Cr 27.27% Day 32 [5th Monday] ₹ 0.3 Cr -57.14% Day 33 [5th Tuesday] ₹ 0.3 Cr 0.00% Day 34 [5th Wednesday] ₹ 0.2 Cr -33.33% Day 35 [5th Thursday] ₹ 0.2 Cr 0.00% Week 5 Collection ₹ 2.55 Cr -61.36% Day 36 [6th Friday] ₹ 0.18 Cr -10.00% Day 37 [6th Saturday] ₹ 0.22 Cr 22.22% Day 38 [6th Sunday] ₹ 0.25 Cr 13.64% Day 39 [6th Monday] ₹ 0.13 Cr -48.00% Day 40 [6th Tuesday] ₹ 0.25 Cr 92.31% Day 41 [6th Wednesday] ₹ 0.25 Cr 0.00% Day 42 [6th Thursday] ₹ 0.15 Cr -40.00% Week 6 Collection ₹ 1.43 Cr -43.92% Day 43 [7th Friday] ₹ 0.12 Cr -20.00% Day 44 [7th Saturday] ₹ 0.12 Cr 0.00% Day 45 [7th Sunday] ₹ 0.13 Cr 8.33% Day 46 [7th Monday] ₹ 0.07 Cr -46.15% Day 47 [7th Tuesday] ₹ 0.08 Cr 14.29% Day 48 [7th Wednesday] ₹ 0.06 Cr -25.00% Day 49 [7th Thursday] ₹ 0.05 Cr -16.67% Week 7 Collection ₹ 0.63 Cr -55.94% Day 50 [8th Friday] ₹ 0.04 Cr -20.00% Day 51 [8th Saturday] ₹ 0.09 Cr 125.00% Day 52 [8th Sunday] ₹ 0.13 Cr 44.44% Day 53 [8th Monday] ₹ 0.08 Cr -38.46% Day 54 [8th Tuesday] ₹ 0.08 Cr 0.00% Day 55 [8th Wednesday] ₹ 0.04 Cr -50.00% Day 56 [8th Thursday] ₹ 0 Cr -100.00% Week 8 Collection ₹ 0.46 Cr -26.98% Total ₹ 329.42 Cr (estimated) - ## Take Subscription To See Footfalls ## India Net Collection ₹ 329.42 Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ 450.18 Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ 57.25 Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ 392.93 Cr ## Border 2 Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Border 2 Verdict: Coming Soon ## Border 2 Screen count ## India: - 4800## Overseas: - ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 23rd January 2026 ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

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Netflix Co-CEO Clears The Air Over Theatrical Window of Warner Bros. Movies
144 days ago
Hollywood

Netflix Co-CEO Clears The Air Over Theatrical Window of Warner Bros. Movies

Mumbai, January 17 - Amid growing speculations in Hollywood, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos has addressed concerns surrounding the theatrical future of Warner Bros. movies should the merger move forward. His clarification comes at a time when industry stakeholders, particularly exhibitors, have been wary of streaming giants shortening theatrical windows. Speaking about Netflix's approach, Sarandos made it clear that Warner Bros. films would continue to enjoy a proper theatrical run, in line with current industry standards. He stressed that Netflix has no intention of bypassing cinemas or rushing films to streaming, adding that the company recognises the financial and cultural importance of the box office ecosystem. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to Sarandos, the widely followed 45-day theatrical window remains the preferred model for big studio releases, including Warner Bros. titles. Emphasising Netflix's competitive mindset, he noted that the company wants its films to succeed in cinemas, stating that winning at the box office is just as important as performing well on streaming platforms. The clarification is significant, as speculation had intensified over fears that Netflix might adopt a much shorter theatrical window if it gained greater control over Warner Bros. content. Sarandos's comments are being viewed as a reassurance to filmmakers, theatre owners, and audiences that the traditional theatrical experience will not be compromised, even as streaming continues to play a major role in the global film industry. Stay tuned...

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