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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Akshay Khanna To Return In Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: Here Is How
145 days ago
Bollywood

Akshay Khanna To Return In Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: Here Is How

Mumbai, January 14 - Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar has emerged as a historic blockbuster at the Indian box office, rewriting records and establishing itself as one of the highest-grossing Indian films ever. Alongside its phenomenal theatrical run, it has also earned widespread critical acclaim, with particular praise for Akshaye Khanna's powerful performance as Rehman Dakait. Akshaye left a lasting impact with his intense portrayal, and many critics and audiences hailed his act as one of the strongest antagonistic performances in recent Hindi cinema. Now, adding to the excitement, the actor is reportedly set to return in Dhurandhar 2, despite meeting his end in part 1. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to the report by Filmfare, the actor will reprise his role as Rehman Dakait in a special appearance, further expanding the character’s arc. Even though Akshaye's character met his end in the first film, Part 2 will reportedly explore his backstory and influence through flashback sequences or extended narrative portions. Khanna's award-worthy performance in Dhurandhar played a crucial role in elevating the film's dramatic tension, and his return is being seen as a major creative decision by the makers. Even though the buzz for Dhurandhar 2 is already sky high, Akshaye's involvement will further elevate the hype and buzz. However, there is no confirmation on the same yet. Dhurandhar 2 will be the continuation of part 1, as it was originally planned as a single-part film before getting split into two parts. Ranveer Singh plays the main role alongside Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, and Rakesh Bedi. The film is scheduled to release on March 19, 2026. Stay tuned...

Shahid Kapoor's O Romeo Tops IMDb List of Most Anticipated Upcoming Indian Movies
145 days ago
Bollywood

Shahid Kapoor's O Romeo Tops IMDb List of Most Anticipated Upcoming Indian Movies

Mumbai, January 20 - Shahid Kapoor's upcoming film romantic action drama O Romeo, inspired by true events, has emerged as the most anticipated new Indian movie on IMDb, securing the No.1 position on the platform's Most Anticipated Movies list, which is calculated using real-time user popularity. According to IMDb's live popularity tracker, O Romeo leads the chart with a commanding 24.90% page views share, placing it ahead of the second most anticipated movie in the list, Border 2, which is releasing next week. O Romeo is scheduled to release on February 13, and it has already started gaining so much traction after the recently released teaser. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The teaser got an excellent response and showcased Shahid Kapoor's intense new avatar, which has piqued curiosity around its storyline, and sustained audience engagement on IMDb. It is directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, and also stars Tripti Dimri, Nana Patekar, Disha Patani, Vikrant Massey, Tamannah Bhatia, and Avinash Tiwary in key roles. Taking the second spot among the most anticipated movie list is Sunny Deol's Border 2, the sequel to the iconic war film. The film's legacy value and patriotic appeal have helped it remain one of the most talked-about upcoming releases among Indian audiences. It is scheduled to be released on January 23. Rani Mukerji's cop thriller Mardaani 3, which is slated to hit the big screens on January 30, ranks third with 13.5% popularity, reaffirming the franchise's strong following and audience interest in its gritty law-and-order narrative. Close behind at fourth place is Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, followed by Pennu Case. Stay tuned...

Border 2 Runtime: Sunny Deol's War Drama Sequel To Be 3+ Hour Long
145 days ago
Bollywood

Border 2 Runtime: Sunny Deol's War Drama Sequel To Be 3+ Hour Long

Mumbai, January 15 – Sunny Deol's much-awaited war epic Border 2 might be another blockbuster film with a super lengthy runtime, as reports suggest it is set to be over three hours long, a big-screen spectacle. The movie is scheduled to release on January 23. According to the reports, the makers have locked a duration of over 3 hours and 15 minutes, making it one of the longest mainstream Hindi releases. Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 aims to expand the emotional and military canvas set by the 1997 cult classic Border, which was also around 3 hours long. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Given the scale of the sequel, the makers are keen on retaining the immersive storytelling rather than trimming it for length. Apart from Sunny Deol reprising the powerful war-hero persona, the film also stars Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Anya Singh and Medha Rana in key roles. Produced by T-Series and JP Films, Border 2 is slated for a Republic Day 2026 release, positioning it as a big-ticket patriotic release. With long runtimes becoming increasingly accepted by audiences for event films, expectations are high that Border 2 will justify its duration with gripping storytelling and emotional highs. Stay tuned...

Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-Starrer Beats Pushpa 2 To Become Biggest Hindi Net Grosser
147 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-Starrer Beats Pushpa 2 To Become Biggest Hindi Net Grosser

Mumbai, January 14: Ranveer Singh’s spy action thriller Dhurandhar has created history at the Indian box office by surpassing the entire Hindi theatrical run of Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule, emerging as the highest-grossing Indian film ever in a single language. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar crossed Pushpa 2's massive 812 crore net mark in 41 days, driven by extraordinary consistency and sustained audience interest. The film has been setting daily box office benchmarks since its second week and continues to dominate the charts with record-breaking collections. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Ranveer Singh-led blockbuster had already sealed its place as the biggest Hindi grosser worldwide, and it has now gone a step further by dethroning a pan-India juggernaut. What makes the achievement even more remarkable is the film's adult certification, yet it remains the top choice for moviegoers even in its sixth week, an exceptional feat in today's theatrical landscape. At the worldwide box office, Dhurandhar is marching towards the 1300 crore gross milestone. The film has collected around 1265 crore gross in 41 days, including a stellar 290+ crore overseas haul, and is on track to finish around 300 crore internationally, placing it among the biggest Indian overseas performers of all time. Overall, Dhurandhar is the fourth highest-grossing Indian film globally, behind Dangal (2070 crore), Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (1790 crore), and Pushpa 2: The Rule (1742 crore). Notably, Dangal's historic total includes over 1300 crore from China, a market that remains an exception rather than the norm for Indian cinema. Stay tuned...

Mardaani 3 Trailer: Yash Raj Films Unveils Hard-Hitting Trailer of Rani Mukerji-Starrer
148 days ago
Bollywood

Mardaani 3 Trailer: Yash Raj Films Unveils Hard-Hitting Trailer of Rani Mukerji-Starrer

Mumbai, January 12 - Yash Raj Films has unveiled the trailer of Rani Mukerji-fronted Mardaani 3, and it looks like another winner from the successful franchise. The actress, who completes 30 years in cinema, returns to play the character of a daredevil cop Shivani Shivaji Roy in this dark, deadly and brutal tale. Mardaani 3 presents a bloody and violent face-off between good and evil, as Shivani embarks on an extraordinary race against time to rescue missing girls across the country. The trailer is intense and once again promises an uncompromising take on the issue, where 93 girls go missing in 3 months, as Shivani faces off against Amma, played by Mallika Prasad. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra, Mardaani 3 is scheduled to release on January 30, 2026, after it was preponed from February 27. The movie also stars Janki Bodiwala in a key role alongside the lead cast. Mardaani is the biggest solo female-led franchise in Hindi cinema that has garnered love and acclaim for over 10 years now. While Mardaani (first film) tackled the grim realities of human trafficking, Mardaani 2 explored the chilling mind of a psychotic serial rapist who dared to challenge the system. Stay tuned...

Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-Starrer Outnumbers RRR and KGF 2 To Become 4th Highest-Grossing Indian Film Worldwide
150 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-Starrer Outnumbers RRR and KGF 2 To Become 4th Highest-Grossing Indian Film Worldwide

Mumbai, January 10 - Director Aditya Dhar's spy action thriller Dhurandhar continues its historic box office run, rewriting the all-time Indian cinema record books globally. The movie has been shattering records after records, and the latest films to become its victim are SS Rajamouli's RRR and Prashanth Neel's KGF: Chapter 2. The Ranveer Singh-fronted blockbuster has become the 4th highest-grossing Indian film of all-time at the worldwide box office, after outgrossing RRR (1230 crore) and KGF: Chapter 2 (1215 crores) over the last couple of days. In 36 days so far, Dhuradhar has grossed around 1240 crores worldwide, including over 950 crores gross in India alone. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film's success is particularly significant as it marks a rare instance of a single-language Indian film surpassing massive multi-language and pan-India spectacles in worldwide earnings. Its long theatrical legs, repeat audience turnout, and strong word-of-mouth are the reasons for its unprecedented performance weeks after release. With this milestone, Dhurandhar now finds itself just behind the top three highest-grossing Indian films of all time. Even though it is still performing very well, Dhurandhar will finish its box office run between 1300-1350 crores gross at the 4th highest-grossing Indian title, behind Pushpa 2's 1740+ crores worldwide cume. Stay tuned...

Mardaani 3 Release Date: Rani Mukerji's Cop Actioner Sets Early Release
150 days ago
Bollywood

Mardaani 3 Release Date: Rani Mukerji's Cop Actioner Sets Early Release

Mumbai, January 10 - Yash Raj Films' much-awaited cop action thriller Mardaani 3 release date has been moved up by nearly a month. The Rani Mukerji-led film, the third instalment of the successful cop franchise, will now hit the big screens on January 30, 2026, instead of its originally scheduled late-February release. Rani Mukerji returns once again as the fearless and uncompromising Shivani Shivaji Roy, a character that has become one of the most iconic female cops in Indian cinema. The makers recently unveiled the first look, as well as the latest poster, hinting at a darker and more intense chapter in the Mardaani universe. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to YRF, Mardaani 3 will present a bloody and violent face-off between good and evil, as Shivani embarks on an extraordinary race against time to rescue missing girls across the country. The newly released poster underscores this urgency, visually hinting at a high-stakes hunt where every second counts and the consequences of failure are devastating. The decision to advance the release date is surprising, given that a week before, there was Border 2 scheduled on January 23. The Mardaani franchise, however, has consistently performed well at the box office, and the makers are hoping the upcoming film continues the winning streak. Backed by Yash Raj Films, Mardaani 3 is directed by Abhiraj Minawala, and the film promises high-octane action, emotional depth, and a gripping narrative, staying true to the tone that made the first two films critical and commercial successes. She won’t stop, until she rescues them all! #RaniMukerji is back as the fearless cop Shivani Shivaji Roy in #Mardaani3. Rescue begins in cinemas near you on 30th Jan. #AbhirajMinawala | #AdityaChopra pic.twitter.com/5CYRLnWgNS— Yash Raj Films (@yrf) January 10, 2026 Stay tuned...

Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-Starrer Scored Record 5th Week As The Film Nears 800 Crore Net
152 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-Starrer Scored Record 5th Week As The Film Nears 800 Crore Net

Mumbai, January 9 - Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar continues its historic march at the box office, delivering another record performance in its fifth week. The spy actioner raked in a staggering 51+ crore net in the fifth week, comfortably surpassing Chaava, which previously held the benchmark with around 30 crore net in the same period. Such a massive fifth-week total underlines the film's extraordinary hold at the ticket windows. With this sensational run, the Aditya Dhar directorial has now crossed the 790 crore net mark at the Indian box office. Despite entering its sixth week, the film has shown no signs of slowing down, driven by strong word of mouth, repeat audiences, and consistent footfalls across multiplexes and mass belts alike. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar will breach the 800 crore net milestone by the sixth Saturday, a feat achieved by only Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun. The Bollywood mega blockbuster is set to beat Pushpa 2's 812 crore net India total, and going by current trends, it is expected to overtake the record within the next couple of days, positioning itself as the biggest Hindi film ever at the Indian box office. After crossing the Pushpa 2 mark, Dhurandhar will not just rewrite Hindi cinema records but also emerge as the highest-grossing single-language film in Indian cinema. As the film inches closer to history, its box office journey stands as a testament to star power, strong storytelling, and unmatched audience acceptance over an extended theatrical run. Stay tuned...

Complete Cast Details Revealed For Shahid Kapoor-Led Action Drama O Romeo
152 days ago
Bollywood

Complete Cast Details Revealed For Shahid Kapoor-Led Action Drama O Romeo

Mumbai, January 21 - Shahid Kapoor reunites with director Vishal Bhardwaj for an action drama film, titled O Romeo. The film has been in the making since last year and is scheduled to hit the big screens on February 13, 2026, amid huge expectations from the duo. The makers recently unveiled the first look teaser of the film, followed by the excellent trailer, which has raised expectations. By the look of the trailer, it seems the film with unapologeticaly raw and brutal with its action and some intense romance. O Romeo is produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under his banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. The film features a big ensemble, including Tripti Dimri, Nana Patekar, Disha Patani, Vikrant Massey, Fareeda Jalal, Avinash Tiwary, Aruna Irani, Hussain Dalal, and Tamannaah Bhatia in key roles. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Stay tuned...

Golmaal 5 Release Date: Rohit Shetty's Comedy Entertainer To Go On Floors In February 2026 For 2027 Release
152 days ago
Bollywood

Golmaal 5 Release Date: Rohit Shetty's Comedy Entertainer To Go On Floors In February 2026 For 2027 Release

Mumbai, January 8 - Director Rohit Shetty is all set to bring back his most successful comedy franchise. Golmaal 5, the fifth instalment of the blockbuster Golmaal series, is set to reunite the director with Ajay Devgn and others, and the latest reports suggest that it is heading to start rolling soon. According to the report by Bollywood Hungama, Rohit Shetty will start work on Golmaal 5 after wrapping up his upcoming biopic on former Mumbai Police Commissioner Rakesh Maria, which stars John Abraham in the lead role. Once that project is completed, the filmmaker will shift full focus to his trademark comedy universe. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The report says that Shetty plans to take the film on floors in February this year with a marathon schedule starting at the end of the next month. The duo of Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn are super confident about Golmaal 5 and believe that the script for the fifth instalment is funnier than the earlier four films. With production planned to begin in early 2026, the makers are eyeing a 2027 release, giving the film ample time for shooting, post-production, and a grand theatrical rollout. Given the franchise's box office track record, Golmaal 5 is already being seen as one of the most anticipated Bollywood releases of 2027. Rohit Shetty is known for blending slapstick comedy with scale, and Golmaal 5 is expected to push the envelope further in terms of humour, ensemble storytelling, and entertainment value. While plot details are being kept under wraps, fans can expect the signature chaos, catchphrases, and laugh-out-loud moments that define the franchise. Stay tuned...

Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla Officially Postponed; Makers Confirm New Release Date
153 days ago
Bollywood

Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla Officially Postponed; Makers Confirm New Release Date

Mumbai, January 7 - Akshay Kumar's much-anticipated horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla has been officially postponed, with the makers now locking a new theatrical release date of May 15, 2026. The movie was earlier scheduled to hit the big screens on April 2nd. While the reason behind the postponement is not revealed officially, it is said that in anticipation of the Dhurandhar 2 wave, the makers have decided to push the release date back to avoid coming in the way of Ranveer Singh-starrer, which is slated to release on March 19. Also, there are reports that Bhooth Bangla needs more time for post-production work, especially VFX. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Priyadarshan, Bhooth Bangla marks his reunion with Akshay Kumar after several years, raising expectations among fans of their earlier collaborations. The poster showcases Akshay in a traditional avatar, holding a lantern inside a haunted mansion setup, strongly hinting at a blend of desi horror elements and slapstick comedy, a genre Priyadarshan is known to excel in. The film is produced by Balaji Telefilms Ltd in association with Cape of Good Films, with Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R. Kapoor, and Akshay Kumar backing the project. The scale and visual tone suggest a big-budget entertainer aimed at family audiences. Bangle se ek khabar aayi hai! 🔔The doors open on 15th May 2026 🚪👻See you in cinemas 🎥#BhoothBangla@priyadarshandir @akshaykumarProduced by @balajimotionpic & #CapeOfGoodFilms#ShobhaKapoor @EktaaRKapoor pic.twitter.com/6AHzs1WKgz— BalajiMotionPictures (@balajimotionpic) January 7, 2026 Stay tuned...

The Raja Saab Box Office Preview (Hindi): Prabhas-Starrer Heads For A Slow Start
153 days ago
Bollywood

The Raja Saab Box Office Preview (Hindi): Prabhas-Starrer Heads For A Slow Start

Mumbai, January 7 - Ever since the release of Baahubali: The Beginning (2015), Pan-India superstar Prabhas has enjoyed back-to-back multiple successes in Hindi, barring romantic drama Radhe Shyam (2022), which couldn't ignite fire due to various challenges at the time of its release. Upon the goodwill created by Baahubali, Prabhas has consistently (apart from Radhe Shyam) delivered double-digit openings, starting with Baahubali: The Conclusion (2017). The actor's popularity continues to soar outside his core Telugu fanbase, which has made him one of the most bankable stars in the country. While the expectations from his movies always remain high, things might not be the same as before regarding his upcoming film The Raja Saab, which releases on January 9. The romantic horror comedy, which started as a small film between the actor's big-budget tentpoles, has significantly increased in terms of scale and budget, and despite that, it has failed to generate hype in the Hindi market. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The horror comedy genre has its audience, but the makers have been reluctant when it comes to promoting the film in the Hindi market. There is, of course, some buzz on social media, but due to the lack of promotional material, the ground-level hype among the general audience seems to be missing. While the clear idea regarding the buzz will be known once the bookings start, the current prospects aren't that bright and hint at a single-digit start in Hindi. The trade, at the moment, is projecting 5-7 crores net opening, which may vary depending on the booking sales and word of mouth. Also, the holdover film, Dhurandhar, will pose a big challenge for The Raja Saab, as the Ranveer Singh-starrer continues to draw footfalls despite being a month-old title. There will, however, be a Sankranthi holiday advantage for The Raja Saab. Depending on word of mouth, the Maruthi directorial will have the opportunity to make up if the opening remains on the slower side. However, if the movie manages to score better than current projections, it will surely enjoy a good run, as there is no new big Hindi release till Border 2, on January 23. Stay tuned...