Sunit Jangir

Sunit Jangir

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As a Senior Editor at Sacnilk, Sunit Jangir leads our coverage on Indian cinema, box office analytics, and global entertainment trends. Passionate about Cricket, Sunit Jangir is an avid sports lover. He finds inspiration in other people's life stories and try to absorb them. Though introvert by nature, he doesn't feel shy when the topic is cinema and sports, particularly cricket.

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They Call Him OG Hits 200 Crore Worldwide: First For Pawan Kalyan
255 days ago
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They Call Him OG Hits 200 Crore Worldwide: First For Pawan Kalyan

Hyderabad, September 28 – Power star Pawan Kalyan's gangster action drama They Call Him OG continues its solid run at the global box office. The Sujeeth directorial has now crossed the coveted 200 crore milestone worldwide, marking the first-ever film in Pawan Kalyan's career to achieve this feat. Released with massive hype, the film opened to historic numbers and registered one of the biggest debuts ever for an Indian film. Despite a noticeable dip after the record-breaking start, They Call Him OG managed to hold steady on Saturday, thanks to the superstar's unparalleled fan base and solid performance in the Telugu states. The worldwide collection of the film stands at approximately 200 crores in 3 days. The film's action-heavy narrative and stylish presentation have clicked with the audience, while Pawan Kalyan’s commanding screen presence has been the driving force behind its box office run so far. Its performance in overseas markets has also contributed significantly to the overall tally, with the 3-day overseas cum stands at around 55 crores. With They Call Him OG crossing 200 crores, Pawan Kalyan has now joined the elite club of South Indian superstars to score the milestone without much support from the Hindi market. The milestone also strengthens Sujeeth's position as a director capable of delivering big-ticket spectacles. The coming weekdays will be crucial in determining how high this film can eventually go, but for now, Pawan Kalyan has scored a career-defining box office triumph. Stay tuned...

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They Call Him OG Becomes Pawan Kalyan's Biggest Grosser In 2 Days
256 days ago
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They Call Him OG Becomes Pawan Kalyan's Biggest Grosser In 2 Days

Hyderabad, September 27 - After the record-breaking opening, power star Pawan Kalyan's gangster action drama They Call Him OG witnessed a big drop on its second day, but the hold was good enough to make it the career biggest grosser of the superstar. Directed by Sujeeth, the film stormed the global box office with an opening of 144 crores worldwide (including premieres), marking not only Pawan Kalyan's career-best start but also one of the highest openings for an Indian film ever. However, Friday witnessed a significant drop of nearly 80%, bringing in around 28-29 crores worldwide gross. Despite the fall, OG has already overtaken the lifetime collection of Pawan Kalyan's Bheemla Nayak (₹158.5 crores) in just two days, becoming his biggest grosser. The film now stands at an estimated 172 crores worldwide gross, including approximately 123 crores from India alone. After the massive worldwide pre-sales of 98 crores, OG opened to mixed to positive reviews, which laid the foundation for a big start. However, the bigger-than-expected drop on the second day might have rung alarm bells, even though it is a norm for South Indian films to witness a decline in collection after a strong start. Produced by DVV Entertainment, OG needs to gross around 300 crores worldwide to break even. Ideally, such break-even targets should be achieved easily with the kind of opening OG had, but the same can't be said when it comes to South Indian films, which can take drastic turns, depending on word of mouth. OG, however, has the holiday advantage, which should help it score steadily. But it needs to be seen how things actually pan out in the coming days, which are crucial for its box office success. Stay tuned...

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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG Beats Rajinikanth's Coolie To Score Biggest Box Office Opening of 2025 In India
257 days ago
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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG Beats Rajinikanth's Coolie To Score Biggest Box Office Opening of 2025 In India

Mumbai, September 26 - Power star Pawan Kalyan has unleashed a box office storm with his gangster action drama They Call Him OG. The film has opened to record-breaking numbers domestically, registering the biggest opening of 2025, surpassing superstar Rajinikanth's Coolie, which belongs to a similar action-packed genre. Directed by Sujeeth, They Call Him OG scored an estimated 100 crore gross on its opening day at the Indian box office, including around 25 crore from premiere shows alone. This stellar start has eclipsed Coolie, which debuted with approximately 77 crore gross just last month. In terms of records, OG now holds the seventh-biggest opening ever for a Telugu film and the eighth-biggest for an Indian movie in the domestic market. In the Telugu states, the film has registered the third-highest opening day, trailing only behind RRR, starring Jr. NTR and Ram Charan, and Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule. Meanwhile, at the worldwide box office, OG has grossed around 140 crores, which is in the same range as Jr. NTR's Devara (142 crores) and Thalapathy Vijay's Leo (142.90 crores), featuring among the top 10 biggest Indian openers globally. It has beaten Prabhas' Saaho (130 crores). With this phenomenal start, OG is set to become Pawan Kalyan's highest-grossing film ever as early as its second day, surpassing Bheemla Nayak (158.50 crore lifetime). Needless to say, the film also marks the actor's biggest-ever opening, comfortably beating his earlier release Hari Hara Veera Mallu. Stay tuned...

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Top Films With 100 Crore Openings At The Indian Box Office: Prabhas Dominates With Five Films
257 days ago
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Top Films With 100 Crore Openings At The Indian Box Office: Prabhas Dominates With Five Films

Hyderabad, September 26 - The Indian box office has seen several historic milestones over the last few years, but only a few films have managed to cross the coveted 100 crore mark on the first day in the domestic market. Dominated by Telugu origin films, the elite club is reserved for the biggest spectacles that not only ride on star power but also on unprecedented hype, massive release scales, and pan-India appeal. At the very top of the list is Pan India superstar Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule, which stormed into cinemas with an earth-shattering 209 crore opening in India — the biggest single-day haul ever recorded in the country. Close on its heels are director SS Rajamouli's blockbusters RRR and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, which grossed 156 crore and 153 crore respectively, setting benchmarks that seemed unbeatable at the time. Yash's KGF Chapter 2 followed with 134.50 crore, while Prabhas made his mark again with Kalki 2898 AD at 116 crore, Salaar at 107.10 crore, Saaho at 105 crore and Adipurush at 102.50 crore gross. The latest film in this prestigious club is Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG, which is estimated to gross over 100 crores in India. What's remarkable is that, except for one film, every single one of these 100 crore openers comes from South Indian cinema. The Telugu industry, in particular, has redefined the meaning of a "mass opening" in Indian cinema. Backed by visionary filmmakers like Rajamouli, Sukumar, Nag Ashwin, and Prashanth Neel, and powered by stars such as Allu Arjun, Prabhas, Ram Charan, Jr NTR, and Yash, these films have created a cultural and commercial wave that Bollywood has yet to match. Today, breaching the 100 crore mark on opening day in India has become the ultimate benchmark for any big-ticket release. With upcoming projects from the same powerhouses — be it sequels, mythological spectacles, or high-octane action dramas — the club is only expected to expand further. As Indian cinema continues to scale new heights, these films remain towering examples of how a perfect mix of scale, vision, and star power can turn a release into a nationwide festival. Films With 100 Crore Openings At The Indian Box Office Rank Film Title Day 1 India Gross Original Language 1.Pushpa 2: The Rule (2024)₹ 209.20 CrTelugu2.RRR (2022)₹ 156.00 CrTelugu 3.Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017)₹ 153.00 CrTelugu 4.KGF: Chapter 2 (2022)₹ 134.50 CrKannada 5.Kalki 2898 AD₹ 116.00 CrTelugu 6.Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire (2023)₹ 107.10 CrTelugu 7.Saaho (2019)₹ 105.00 CrTelugu8.Adipurush (2023)₹ 102.50 CrHindi9.They Call Him OG (2025)₹ 101.50 CrTelugu Stay tuned...

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Prabhas' The Raja Saab Trailer Release Date Revealed
258 days ago
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Prabhas' The Raja Saab Trailer Release Date Revealed

Hyderabad, September 28 - The wait for Prabhas' much-anticipated romantic horror comedy film The Raja Saab is going to end soon. Directed by Maruthi, the movie is scheduled to release on January 9, 2026, in multiple languages on the occasion of the Sankranthi festival. The film's theatrical trailer has reportedly been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with a U/A certificate with an approved runtime of 3 minutes and 30 seconds. This comes as exciting news for fans who have been eager to get a full glimpse of the actor's new outing after the teaser dropped in June. The makers announced that the trailer will be released digitally on September 29 at 6 PM, ad as per reports, the same will be attached to Rishab Shetty's Kantara: Chapter 1, which hits cinemas on October 2, 2025. This strategy ensures a massive nationwide reach, as Shetty's epic prequel is one of the most awaited pan-India releases of the year. The combination promises high-voltage buzz at the box office with fans of both stars converging in theatres. The Raja Saab is said to be a horror-comedy with a blend of romance and action, marking a fresh genre experiment for Prabhas. Co-starring Sanjay Dutt, Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar, the film is being produced on a grand scale by People Media Factory. With the trailer launch now around the corner, anticipation is set to skyrocket as the makers prepare to showcase Prabhas in a never-before-seen avatar. Stay tuned...

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Pawan Kalyan's OG Director Sujeeth Joins SS Rajamouli, Prashanth Neel, and Lokesh Kanagaraj In The Back-To-Back 100 Crore Openers
258 days ago
Tollywood

Pawan Kalyan's OG Director Sujeeth Joins SS Rajamouli, Prashanth Neel, and Lokesh Kanagaraj In The Back-To-Back 100 Crore Openers

Hyderabad, September 25 - Scoring 100 crore worldwide on the very first day is one of the toughest milestones in Indian cinema. Though the milestone is now not out of reach, only a handful of films have achieved that, and only 4 directors have managed to achieve this back-to-back. Director Sujeeth, who has patiently worked on superstar Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG after Prabhas-fronted Saaho, has joined the elite league of SS Rajamouli, Prashanth Neel, and Lokesh Kanagaraj in delivering back-to-back 100 crores openers at the worldwide box office. 1. SS Rajamouli – Baahubali 2 (2017), RRR (2022) The pioneer of pan-Indian blockbusters, Rajamouli redefined the Indian box office. Baahubali 2 shocked the trade with an earth-shattering 200+ crore day one, followed by RRR, which repeated the magic with another 200 crore+ worldwide opening. He is the only Indian director to achieve this feat. 2. Prashanth Neel – KGF Chapter 2 (2022), Salaar (2023) Neel proved his mettle as a mass-action storyteller with Kannada superstar Yash-fronted KGF: Chapter 2 and cemented it with Pan-India superstar Prabhas-fronted Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire. Both films crossed 150+ crore globally on day one, making him one of the few to achieve this consistency. 3. Lokesh Kanagaraj – Leo (2023), Coolie (2025) Lokesh has become the face of Tamil cinema's new-age mass entertainers. After Thalapathy Vijay's Leo scored a 140 crore+ opening, the mavrick filmmaker followed it up with superstar Rajinikanth's Coolie, which became the first Tamil movie to take the opening of 150+ crores worldwide. 4. Sujeeth – Saaho (2019), They Call Him OG (2025) Sujeeth surprised the industry with Prabhas-starrer action thriller Saaho's 125+ crore global debut and has now repeated the feat with superstar Pawan Kalyan's gangster action thriller They Call Him OG. With this, he officially joins the league of filmmakers delivering consecutive ₹100 crore openers. Stay tuned...

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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG Scores Record Paid Previews At The Indian Box Office
258 days ago
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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG Scores Record Paid Previews At The Indian Box Office

Hyderabad, September 24 - Power Star Pawan Kalyan has set the box office on fire with his much-awaited gangster action thriller They Call Him OG. The film, directed by Sujeeth, had its paid premieres today (September 24), ahead of its grand theatrical release tomorrow, and the response has been nothing short of phenomenal. According to early trade reports, OG grossed over 23+ crores (official soon) from paid premieres in India alone, surpassing the record previously held by Pawan Kalyan's Hari Hara Veera Mallu (15 crores). This marks the biggest-ever paid premiere collections at the Indian box office. What makes the feat more historic is the bookings, which have already scaled 98 crores worldwide for the opening day, including premieres. Of this, India accounts for 65 crores, while international markets contributed 33 crores. These numbers make OG the highest advance-grosser ever for a non-pan India Telugu release. With such staggering momentum, trade circles are confident that They Call Him OG will comfortably breach the 150 crore worldwide opening mark. The movie stands a chance to enter the top 5 biggest Indian openers at the worldwide box office, and if it manages to do so, it will become the biggest grosser of Pawan Kalyan on its opening day. Stay tuned...

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They Call Him OG Becomes Pawan Kalyan's Biggest Opener With Advance Booking
259 days ago
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They Call Him OG Becomes Pawan Kalyan's Biggest Opener With Advance Booking

Hyderabad, September 24 - Power star Pawan Kalyan's gangster action thriller They Call Him OG is set to storm the box office. The film has been receiving an exceptional response in pre-sales, not just in India but also in international markets. Directed by Sujeeth, They Call Him OG still has a few hours left for the release, and even before that, it has become Pawan Kalyan's biggest opener ever. The advance booking of the film is nearing 75 crores worldwide for the opening day, making it the biggest opener for the superstar. The previous biggest opener of PK was Hari Hara Veera Mallu, which scored approximately 67 crores worldwide on its opening day. OG, meanwhile, is heading towards taking a 2x start of HHVM, with trade believes that it might even take the opening of 150+ crores gross globally. It will be quite astonishing if OG manages to take the opening of 150+ crores, as it will be very close to PK's biggest lifetime worldwide grosser Bheemla Nayak (158.50 crores). Irrespective of what the opening will be, one thing is clear that OG will become the actor's biggest grosser within two days, which will probably be a record for a film featuring an A-lister. OG is heading towards scoring 90-100 crores pre-sales for the opening day. So far, it has grossed approximately 45 crores in India and 30 crores overseas, including the premiere shows. The pre-sales momentum has been excellent for OG, which is easily the most hyped film of PK in recent times. Produced by DVV Entertainment, OG stars Pawan Kalyan in the titular role, alongside Emraan Hashmi (in his Telugu film debut), Priyanka Mohan, Arjun Das, Sriya Reddy and Prakash Raj. The film revolves around a gangster named Ojas Gambheera who returns to Mumbai following his ten-year disappearance to kill another crime boss, Omi Bhau. Stay tuned...

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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG Faces Risk In Overseas Markets
260 days ago
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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG Faces Risk In Overseas Markets

Hyderabad, September 23 - Pawan Kalyan’s much-awaited action drama They Call Him OG is gearing up for a massive worldwide release, amid massive hype and strong pre-sales. Advance bookings in key territories like North America have been encouraging, with record-breaking ticket pre-sales. However, despite the hype, the film faces some real challenges overseas, which could impact its overall box office numbers. One major concern is the timely delivery of content to cinemas across multiple territories. Reports indicate that digital prints have yet to be fully dispatched in some overseas markets, raising fears of premiere cancellations or delayed screenings. ⚠️ Press Release (Safety)#YorkCinemas #TheyCallHimOG#OGMovie #Update pic.twitter.com/xoLCVV5oEU— York Cinemas (@yorkcinemas) September 22, 2025 Overseas distributors have already issued warnings to the makers regarding the continued delay in the product. Some of the theatre chains have confirmed the inability to screen the movie due to no content, while the North American distributor of the film, Prathyangira Cinemas, has shared that the Tamil version of OG will not be released there due to unavoidable content delays. Since overseas openings rely heavily on early premiere shows, even small disruptions can dent collections in crucial markets like the USA and Canada. Adding to the complication, the film has been certified with an A rating in India for its heavy violence, which could restrict audiences in certain international territories or invite additional censor edits. Due to unavoidable content delays, the Tamil version of #TheyCallHimOG will not be releasing in North America. However, the Telugu and Hindi versions will be screened across the region as planned. We sincerely regret the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding and…— Prathyangira Cinemas (@PrathyangiraUS) September 23, 2025 The financial stakes are equally high. They Call Him OG has already set lofty expectations, with trade estimates projecting over 50 crore from overseas on Day 1 alone. While strong advance sales show promise, the pressure to meet such numbers is immense. A shortfall in overseas earnings could place additional strain on domestic markets to balance the film’s breakeven targets. The issues are created by the makers themselves, as reports say that the post-production work is still going on, with just a day left for the premiere. This is not the first time a Telugu film has faced such issues, as these kinds of problems have arisen in the past as well. But despite the experience, things haven't changed much for the industry. With too much of frustration(Pressnote)#TheyCallHimOG pic.twitter.com/HvApV17N27— 4Seasons Creations AS (@4SeasonCreation) September 23, 2025 Despite these risks, Pawan Kalyan's star power and the film’s high production values ensure that anticipation remains strong. If distribution hurdles are resolved quickly and audience reception is positive, They Call Him OG still has every chance of delivering one of the biggest overseas performances for a Telugu film. Stay tuned...

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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG Advance Booking Nears 100 Crore Worldwide For Day 1: Targets 150 Crore Opening
260 days ago
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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG Advance Booking Nears 100 Crore Worldwide For Day 1: Targets 150 Crore Opening

Hyderabad, September 23 - Pawan Kalyan's highly awaited gangster action drama They Call Him OG has been locked to score the biggest opening for him after an excellent response in the advance bookings, which are among the best of the year. As per industry trackers, overseas pre-sales of OG have crossed the $3.50 million (31+ crore) mark, while bookings in India are around 60 crore currently. Together, this pushes the global advance collections are around 90+ crores, heading towards the massive 100 crores mark. The craze surrounding OG is being fueled by Pawan Kalyan's larger-than-life persona and the electrifying promos. In North America, where Telugu cinema continues to expand its presence, the film has already shattered multiple records with its advance ticket sales and has crossed 22.50 crores just for the premieres. Back home, tickets are being snapped up at a rapid pace, with shows selling out within minutes of going on sale. The hype has been further boosted by Emraan Hashmi's menacing antagonist role and Sujeeth's stylish direction, which promises a high-voltage gangster saga. With such extraordinary momentum, trade analysts are unanimous that They Call Him OG is heading for a 150 crore+ worldwide opening day, a feat achieved by only a handful of Indian films. If early trends continue, the film could be among the biggest openers ever. Stay tuned...

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They Call Him OG Poised To Deliver Pawan Kalyan's Biggest-Ever Opening, Targeting 100+ Crore
263 days ago
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They Call Him OG Poised To Deliver Pawan Kalyan's Biggest-Ever Opening, Targeting 100+ Crore

Hyderabad, September 20 - Pawan Kalyan's gangster action drama They Call Him OG is gearing up for a thunderous start at the worldwide box office. The film, directed by Sujeeth and backed by DVV Entertainment, is easily the most-awaited Telugu movie of the year and is witnessing extraordinary demand across territories. The buzz surrounding They Call Him OG has been phenomenal, with record-breaking advance bookings being reported in the overseas market. In Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, the bookings have started opening gradually. With paid premieres scheduled along with record-high ticket prices, OG will be aiming to score one of the biggest openings in the Telugu states. The trade is anticipating 40+ crores opening in the overseas market, while the domestic opening is predicted to be 75+ crores. If all goes well, the film is on track to register career-best numbers for Pawan Kalyan, and his first 100+ crores start. The scale of release, combined with the star's unmatched fan base and the high-octane promotional campaign, has set the stage for a historic opening. Trade experts believe that They Call Him OG has the potential not just to surpass Pawan Kalyan's previous openers but also to challenge some of the biggest South Indian openers of all time. The film's stylish action and chartbuster music have further fueled audience excitement, making it one of the most eagerly awaited releases of 2025. If the early momentum sustains through release day, They Call Him OG is certain to rewrite box office history for Pawan Kalyan, cementing his position among the top stars in Indian cinema. A 100 crore worldwide debut would mark a massive career milestone for PK, who, despite being one of the biggest stars in South Indian cinema, has failed to compete with other stars. Stay tuned...

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Teja Sajja's Mirai Hits 100 Crore At The Worldwide Box Office
264 days ago
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Teja Sajja's Mirai Hits 100 Crore At The Worldwide Box Office

Hyderabad, September 19 - Teja Sajja's fantasy action adventure film Mirai has crossed 100 crores at the worldwide box office, becoming the back-to-back second film of the actor to achieve the milestone. The film has been riding on strong word of mouth and impressive occupancy in both domestic and overseas markets, cementing Teja Sajja's position as one of the most promising young stars in Telugu cinema. Mirai opened to strong numbers upon release, with its engaging storyline, visual spectacle, and Teja Sajja's performance resonating well with audiences. The film grew steadily over the weekends, with families and youth contributing significantly to its footfalls, while overseas territories added a healthy share to the overall tally of 101 crores worldwide in 7 days. This century-mark achievement further strengthens Teja's box office streak, as he has already delivered a big blockbuster last year in the form of Hanu-Man. With Mirai, he not only sustains that momentum but also raises the bar by entering the prestigious 100 crore club. As the film continues its theatrical run, it is expected to have a solid second weekend, adding more to its total, especially with no major competition in the coming weeks. The success also reaffirms the growing appeal of devotional action dramas among audiences across regions, showcasing the expanding reach of Indian cinema on the global stage. Stay tuned...

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