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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RRR Japan Box Office Collection: Creates Another Record For An Indian Movie
1293 days ago
Tollywood

RRR Japan Box Office Collection: Creates Another Record For An Indian Movie

Mumbai, November 25 - The victorious march of SS Rajamouli's ridiculously epic action drama RRR continues at the Japan box office as the movie is climbing new heights there with each passing day. ## The movie, starring Jr. NTR and Ram Charan in the lead, has completed 5 weeks since its release in Japan. In 34 days at the box office, "RRR" has grossed ¥305 million (17.90 crores). It is the fastest Indian movie ever to reach ¥300 million in Japan, beating "Baahubali 2's" record.## Produced by DVV Entertainment, "RRR" has generated approx. 204K footfalls in 34 days and the makers have claimed that it has surpassed Rajamouli's own film "Baahubali 2's" lifetime collection to become the second highest-grossing Indian movie in Japan after Rajinikanth's "Muthu". ## "RRR" is having a solid run so far at the Japan box office, and with this current pace, it should easily cross "Muthu", which grossed ¥400 million, to become the biggest Indian movie of all time there. At the worldwide box office, it has grossed approx. 1135 crores ($139M) since its original release in March this year.## Meanwhile, apart from its continuous box office hunt, "RRR" is also aiming to strike gold with Oscars 2023 nominations. The movie will be competing in 15 categories for nominations, and according to Hollywood media, the "Naatu Naatu" song is one of the front runners to score nominations in the Best Original Song category. ## Stay tuned...

RC 16: Ram Charan Finalizes His Next After Shankar's Film
1295 days ago
Tollywood

RC 16: Ram Charan Finalizes His Next After Shankar's Film

Hyderabad, November 23 - Tollywood superstar Ram Charan is busy with the shoot of director Shankar's yet untitled political thriller film, "RC15". The actor was supposed to team up with the "Jersey" director Gowtam Tinnanuri for "RC 16", however, that movie has reportedly been shelved as Charan was not satisfied with the script.## Now, according to the latest reports, the "RRR" star will be doing "Uppena" director Buchi Babu Sana next. The movie is touted to be a sports drama, along the lines of Aamir Khan's "Dangal". The script has reportedly been completed and makers are planning to take the movie on floors after Sankranthi 2023. ## The official confirmation from the makers of "RC 16" is yet to be made, but it is said that Sathish Kilaru will be producing this big-budget film. The script is said to be the same which was reportedly offered to Jr. NTR a few months back but he couldn't do it due to unknown reasons. Sukumar has assisted Buchi Babu in shaping the script.## Both, "RC15" and "RC16" will reportedly be released in 4 months of the time period. Shankar's movie, which was supposed to hit in early 2023, will be delayed to late 2023 or early 2024. Kiara Advani is the leading lady in the movie.## Stay tuned...

Nani And Vijay Sethupathi To Join Adivi Sesh In Third Installment of 'Hit' Franchise?
1296 days ago
Tollywood

Nani And Vijay Sethupathi To Join Adivi Sesh In Third Installment of 'Hit' Franchise?

Hyderabad, November 12 - The much-awaited sequel to Vishwak Sen's crime action thriller, "HIT - The First Case" - HIT: The Second Case is getting ready to release in theaters on December 2 with Adivi Sesh replacing Sen in the lead role. ## Directed by Sailesh Kolanu, the first film in the series was a success which led to the foundation for its sequel, and now, the makers to willing to make it a 7-part film franchise with a new protagonist in each film. Nani is the producer of the franchise along with Prashanti Tipirneni. ## According to the latest reports, the third film in the franchise will be a multistarrer. It is said that the preparation for the third part has already begun and it will reportedly feature Nani and Vijay Sethupathi along with Adivi Sesh in key roles. ## Meanwhile, the buzz for "HIT 2" is picking up as the release date is getting nearer. The makers will launch the trailer on November 23rd. The teaser was recently launched which recieved praise but it was removed from YouTube due to some voilent scences. Meenakshi Chaudhary is playing the female lead role.## Stay tuned...

Hanuman Teaser: An Ambitious Attempt At India's Original Superhero
1297 days ago
Tollywood

Hanuman Teaser: An Ambitious Attempt At India's Original Superhero

Hyderabad, November 21 - Tollywood filmmaker Prasanth Varma's next HanuMan with actor Teja Sajja is in post-production. The shoot of the movie was done a long time back but due to the heavy VFX, the post-production work is taking a bit longer time than expected.## Meanwhile, as the post-production is happening, the makers released the first teaser of the superhero movie, which is based on the epic character of the epic Ramayana, Lord Hanuman, but the story is based on current times. The teaser gives a brief view into the world created by Varma, and it can be termed an ambitious attempt at India's original superhero.## Made on a relatively lower budget than other VFX-heavy films, the "HanuMan" teaser is nothing short of a visual extravaganza. Though the teaser didn't reveal much about the story, it is full of goosebumps moments with the last shot being the highlight of it where Lord Hanuman resembles Lord Shiva, covered with ice Shivling in the ice cave.## The teaser introduces the characters of the protagonist Teja, Amrita Aiyer, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, and others. The fight scenes have been designed in a way that testifies superhero genre. Overall, the teaser gives the best first impression of the movie. The release date announcement is not made yet. It will release in multiple languages.## ## Stay tuned...

Allu Arvind Hopes For A Possible Collaboration Between Allu Arjun And Bollywood Producer Dinesh Vijan
1299 days ago
Tollywood

Allu Arvind Hopes For A Possible Collaboration Between Allu Arjun And Bollywood Producer Dinesh Vijan

Hyderabad, November 19 - Superstar Allu Arjun's Pushpa - The Rise was a huge hit in Hindi and made him one of the biggest stars in the country. He was already carrying a huge fan following among the Hindi audience and Pushpa was just a glimpse of that. ## Over the last few years before "Pushpa", there have been reports about his debut in Bollywood, however, nothing was made official as Allu Arjun was happy doing Telugu films. Now, Allu's father, Allu Arvind said in a recent interview that producer Dinesh Vijan of Maddock Films had approached him for a movie. ## The veteran Telugu producer said that Vijan always believed that Allu Arjun was a Pan India star even before the release of "Pushpa", and this was the reason he approached him for a direct Hindi film. He went on to say and hints that Vijan may collaborate with Allu Arjun soon for a Pan India movie.## Dinesh Vijan has a good reputation in Bollywood. He has produced quality content over the last few years and set up his own horror-comedy universe. His next production is "Bhediya" starring Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon, scheduled to release on November 25.## Allu Arjun, on the other hand, is currently working on the second part of "Pushpa - The Rule" with director Sukumar. He will next reportedly join hands with SS Rajamouli, which could be his biggest film. ## Stay tuned...

RRR Japan Box Office Collection: Continuous To Roar
1299 days ago
Tollywood

RRR Japan Box Office Collection: Continuous To Roar

Tokyo, November 19 - Jr. NTR and Ram Charan's RRR continuous to Nattu Nattu at the Japan box office as it is creating records one after another.## The SS Rajamouli's directorial is well on track to become the highest-grossing Indian film in Japan after it crossed 280 million Yen (16.10 crores) in 31 days. It is the fastest Indian film ever to reach the target and there are no signs of slowing down anytime soon.## Going with the current pace, "RRR" will easily cross second highest Indian grosser "Baahubali 2's" lifetime collection in Japan of ¥330 million and has a very good chance to beat Rajinikanth's "Muthu", which is currently the highest-grossing Indian film in Japan. ## Rajinikanth's "Muthu" created a huge impact in Japan and made Thalaivaa one of the biggest Indian stars there. Prabhas too have a very good fan following over there, thanks to "Baahuabli" films, and now, "RRR" is leaving a huge mark on Japanese audiences. ## Produced by DVV Entertainment, "RRR" has grossed approx. 1130 crores worldwide, and is the 4th highest-grossing Indian film of all-time.## Stay tuned...

Tollywood Producers Failed To Follow Their Own Rules Regarding OTT Release
1304 days ago
Tollywood

Tollywood Producers Failed To Follow Their Own Rules Regarding OTT Release

Hyderabad, November 14 - The OTT platforms have been on the rise since the covid-19 pandemic and they have also caused threats to the theatrical biz, especially the low and medium-budgeted films. To save small films, the Tollywood film industry recently announced some rules regarding post-theatrical OTT releases.## The Tollywood producers decided in August this year that all producers must hold their theatrical movies for at least weeks before releasing them on digital platforms. It was a welcome move from the producers' council and was lauded by the filmmakers. ## Despite the big promises, it seems the Telugu producers have forgotten their own rules regarding OTT releases, making a mockery of the so-called unity in the Producers council. Since the rule has come into effect, there have many films that haven't followed the 6-week rule. ## Movies like Swathi Muthyam and Ori Devuda were released on OTT within 3 weeks. Nagarjuna Akkineni's "The Ghost" too didn't follow the rule and was available to stream on the digital platform within 4 weeks. The thing here to notice is that producers do not follow rules if they are not beneficial for them. ## The Telugu film industry has been one of the major contributors to the all-India theatrical business post the covid-19 pandemic, but the early OTT release of the films has been affecting distributors and theater owners the most. While producers have been claiming that they are with the theatrical exhibition, their move indicates otherwise. Hope there is an effective implementation of rules by producers to save the most entertaining medium of cinema.## Stay tuned...

Telugu Producers Council Asks Producer Dil Raju To Not Prioritise Tamil Movie In Telugu States
1305 days ago
Tollywood

Telugu Producers Council Asks Producer Dil Raju To Not Prioritise Tamil Movie In Telugu States

Hyderabad, November 13 - Thalapathy Vijay's family action drama film Varisu/Vaarasudu is unlikely to get a big release in Telugu states despite the film being directed by senior and one of the biggest Telugu producers Dil Raju. ## "Varisu" is a Tamil movie that will also release in Telugu as "Vaarasudu". It is directed by Telugu director Vamshi Paidipally. Producer Dil Raju holds a huge command over the theatrical exhibition of the films and it was one of the reasons that he was able to book more theaters than the direct Telugu movies for "Varisu" in Telugu states.## Now, Telugu Producers Council has taken note of the aforementioned situation and has asked Dil Raju to not prioritize dubbed movies over direct Telugu films. The council fears that sidelining Telugu films for dubbed versions would be harmful to its own film, hence, it has decided that during festivals, Telugu films should be given priority. ## Only Telugu straight films should be given preference during Sankranthi & Dussehra - #TFPC #Tollywood pic.twitter.com/1v6HsgviQK— Aakashavaani (@TheAakashavaani) November 13, 2022 ## "Varisu" is scheduled to release on January 12, 2023. It will clash with megastar Chiranjeevi's "Waltair Veerayya" and Nandamuri Balakrishna's "Veera Simha Reddy" at the Telugu box office.## Stay tuned...

SS Rajamouli Talks About The Sequel To Mega Blockbuster 'RRR'
1305 days ago
Tollywood

SS Rajamouli Talks About The Sequel To Mega Blockbuster 'RRR'

Chicago, November 13 - The gigantic box office success along with the Oscars buzz of SS Rajamouli's RRR has widened the talks about its sequel and the filmmaker has good news for the fans. ## The maverick filmmaker is currently in the US attending various RRR screenings and related events and at one such event in Chicago, Rajamouli responded positively when asked if he had plans for RRR 2. He said that the initial story discussions are happening and there are plans to develop a sequel with his father V. Vijayendra Prasad working on the ideas for the script.## This is not the first time when Rajamouli has been asked about the possibility of an "RRR" sequel. Previously, he was asked about the same on his Japan tour where he said that if the sequel gets made, it would be about the rivalry between Ram (Ram Charan) and Bheem (Jr. NTR).## "RRR" is one of the most loved Indian films globally. It was recently released in Japan and got a stupendous response from the audiences at the box office. Worldwide, "RRR" has grossed over 1125 crores so far and is the 4th highest-grossing Indian film of all time.## Produced by DVV Entertainment, the film stars Jr. NTR, Ram Charan, Alia Bhatt, and Ajay Devgn, along with Olivia Morris and others in key roles.## Stay tuned...

NTR30: Title And Release Date Of Jr. NTR's Next With Koratala Siva Reportedly Revealed
1306 days ago
Tollywood

NTR30: Title And Release Date Of Jr. NTR's Next With Koratala Siva Reportedly Revealed

Hyderabad, November 12 - Telugu superstar Jr. NTR announced his second collaboration with director Koratala Siva last year, but the failure of Siva's "Acharya" with Megastar Chiranjeevi and Ram Charan, promoted him to re-look at the script of NTR30. ## The re-development of the "NTR30" script took a long time and finally, the film is getting ready to go on floors later this month or early December. The pre-production of the film is happening at a brisk pace and Koratala Siva and Jr. NTR don't want further delay in the shoot. ## Meanwhile, as per the latest social media rumor, "NTR30" has been titled "Devara" but the makers have reportedly denied the development. The official word on the film's title is yet to be made. In other news, it was recently reported that the makers are looking to release the film on Dussehra 2023. ## "NTR30" is produced by NTR Arts, Yuvasudha Arts, and MSK Films. The makers are in talks with Janhvi Kapoor to play the female lead. The announcement of the leading lady will be made soon. Anirudh Ravichander is on board to score the music while Rathnavelu is the cinematographer. ## Stay tuned...

Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa - The Rule' Announcement Promo To Be Attached With 'Avatar: The Way of Water'
1306 days ago
Tollywood

Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa - The Rule' Announcement Promo To Be Attached With 'Avatar: The Way of Water'

Hyderabad, November 12 - Allu Arjun's much-awaited Pan India action drama film Pushpa - The Rule has started shooting in Hyderabad after getting delayed multiple times. It is the second part of Pushpa after "Pushpa - The Rise", which was released in December 2021. ## Directed by Sukumar, "Pushpa - The Rule" makers recently shot an announcement video of the film and according to the reports, it will be attached to James Cameron's biggie Avatar: The Way of Water in theaters. "Avatar 2" is scheduled to release on December 17 in multiple languages. ## "Avatar 2" is the most awaited Hollywood film that is expected to generate massive footfalls in Indian cinemas. Attaching the announcement promo of "Pushpa 2" is a good idea as it will further increase the hype which is already sky-high for the film. ## The movie is produced by Mythri Movie Makers and it also stars Rashmika Mandanna as the female lead along with Fahadh Faasil, and others in key roles. "Pushpa 2" is currently aiming late 2023 grand release in multiple languages.## Stay tuned...

Vijay Deverakonda, Samantha Ruth Prabhu's 'Kushi' Non-Theatrical Rights Fetch Fancy Deal
1310 days ago
Tollywood

Vijay Deverakonda, Samantha Ruth Prabhu's 'Kushi' Non-Theatrical Rights Fetch Fancy Deal

Hyderabad, November 8 - Vijay Deverakonda's recently released sports action drama film Liger was bombed at the box office and turned out to be the biggest disaster of his career. However, despite the moral killing failure, distributors' confidence in the actor hasn't dropped as his next film Kushi is in red hot demand. ## Directed by Shiva Nirvana, "Kushi" is a romantic comedy film that also stars lady superstar Samantha Ruth Prabhu as the female lead role. The first-time combo of VD and Samantha is doing wonders for the makers as the non-theatrical and overseas rights of the film have fetched fancy deals for them. ## According to the latest Telugu media reports, the digital, satellite, music, and overseas rights of "Kushi" have been sold for approx. 90 crores. Phars Films, which has been a regular collaborator of South Indian films, has grabbed overseas theatrical rights at a handsome price. ## "Kushi" is produced by Mythri Movie Makers and it also stars Vennela Kishore, Rahul Ramakrishna, Murali Sharma, and others in key roles. It was announced to release on December 23 this year but has been postponed due to the delay in the shoot. The movie is now eyeing February/March 2023 release in Telugu along with dubbed versions in Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam languages. ## Stay tuned...